I need to re-paint outdoor chair cushions with weather resistant paint. I don't know what product to use.

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Pattilou

My outdoor table and chair set was given to me about 2-3 years ago and the cushions were previously painted bright blue with some kind of weather-resistance paint. The paint is starting to wear off, but the cushions are still in very good condition. I want to re-paint the cushions, but don't know what product was used before. The lady that painted them before has since passed away, so I can't ask her. I have looked at craft stores, but haven't found any fabric paint that is specifically weather-resistant. Any ideas? Thanks for your help.

Answer
Acrylic craft paints such as Patio Paint should do the job. Also, regular acrylic craft paints are very weather/fade resistant. I painted a foam flower pot several years ago and it still looks great. You can get both of these at craft stores.

Wax or stain for outdoor wooden furniture?

Yampy

I have painted clear garden furniture oil on my (very thirsty) outdoor table and chairs, but the stain colour was wearing off where the wood had been really weathered and so the furniture actually looks no better. Can I now use a wood stain, or will it not be adhere properly I realise I should have done this first!

Answer
If you have clear coated the furniture then no, stain won't stick.

The solution will require much more work. I'd start by stripping the paint off with a paint stripper (chemical). Be careful not to get it on your hands or clothing. Once you've stripped the paint off you can sand the wood to bring out the natural wood grain. Then I'd suggest using a "Gel Stain". It's more durable. Finally, I'd follow that up with at least three coats of Poly Urethane.

Hope this helps.

'av'a g'day mate.

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