Cushions for Holiday Rentals: A Summer Guide for Australian Hosts

Quick answer: Choose fade- and stain-resistant fabrics such as Sunbrella for outdoor and poolside seating, removable zipped covers you can wash between guests, quick-dry foam for uncovered areas and a consistent colour palette across the property. Order before the summer peak so cushions arrive in time for listing photos.

Summer is peak season for holiday rentals along the coast and in the regions. Fresh cushions are one of the cheapest ways to lift your listing photos, and the right ones will survive a season of wet swimmers, sunscreen and spilt drinks. Here is what to look for.

1. Start with the photos

Guests decide from photos. Tired, faded cushions on an alfresco lounge make the whole property look older. Pick a simple palette, such as navy and white for a beach house or warm neutrals for a country stay, and use it across the outdoor area, the living room and the bedrooms.

2. Choose fabrics that can take it

• Outdoor and poolside: solution-dyed Sunbrella resists fading, stains and mould, and most stains clean off with mild soap and water.
• Indoors: performance upholstery fabrics, such as Warwick's Eastwood, handle everyday wear well.
• Wet areas: for pool loungers that are always wet, consider Sunbrella Horizon marine vinyl, which wipes clean.

3. Make cleaning easy

Zipped, removable covers mean your cleaner can wash a cover between stays instead of replacing the cushion. Quick-dry foam in uncovered areas dries fast after rain or a wet swimmer. See how removable covers work.

4. Keep it consistent across properties

If you manage several properties, use the same fabrics and sizes so cushions can be swapped and reordered easily. Keep a list of your cushion sizes in mm so reorders are simple.

5. Order early

Custom cushions take time to make and deliver. Order well before your first summer booking so the cushions are in place for new listing photos.

Managing more than one property?

We work with holiday rental managers, hotels and resorts across Australia. See our cushions for hotels, resorts and short-stay rentals page and get a quote within 1 business day. For pool areas, read alfresco and poolside cushion ideas. Shipping is free anywhere in Australia, and prices are shown in AUD.

Frequently asked questions

What fabric is best for holiday rental cushions?

Sunbrella for outdoor and poolside seating, because it resists fading, stains and mould. Performance upholstery fabrics suit indoor seating.

How do I keep rental cushions clean between guests?

Choose zipped, removable covers that can be washed, and wipe up spills quickly.

Do you work with holiday rental managers?

Yes. See our hotels, resorts and short-stay page and request a quote, which we send within 1 business day.

Can you match cushions across several properties?

Yes. We can make the same sizes and fabrics for every property so reorders are simple.

Is shipping free in Australia?

Yes. Shipping is free anywhere in Australia, and prices are shown in AUD.