Details at a Glance
- Overall Dimensions: 22 in. W x 6 in. D x 22 in. H
- Weight: 4 lbs
- Material: 100% solution dyed polyester
- Color/Finish: Blue
- Fade Resistant: Yes
- Water Resistant: Yes
- Removable Cover & Insert: Yes, with hidden zipper
- Country of Origin: Handcrafted in California, hand cut and sewn to order
- Care: Removable cover for cleaning
Handcrafted to order in California from solution-dyed polyester that locks color into every fiber, this outdoor pillow is built to hold its vibrant blue tone through seasons of sun, rain, and humidity. The Outdoor Tampa Pillow in Blue is available at Uptown Sebastian with free shipping, shipped complete with insert and ready to use. At 22 inches square it fits lounge chairs, outdoor sofas, porch swings, and poolside seating without crowding the frame.
How Is This Pillow Actually Built?
It's hand-cut and sewn to order in California from 100% solution-dyed polyester, a fabric where pigment is embedded during the fiber stage rather than applied to finished cloth. That construction gives the blue its fade resistance -- the color runs through the yarn instead of sitting on the surface. The hidden zipper keeps hardware out of sight, and both the cover and insert are removable so you can clean the cover when the season ends or spot-clean after a spill.
What Does Water Resistant Actually Mean for Outdoor Pillows?
Water-resistant fabric repels moisture on contact, letting rain bead up and roll off instead of soaking through to the fill. This pillow sheds light rain quickly and dries faster than untreated cotton or linen, which helps prevent mildew and keeps the insert fresh between uses. It's not waterproof -- prolonged soaking in a downpour will eventually reach the fill -- but for covered patios or furniture you bring in during storms, it handles the occasional shower without issue.
How Soon Will It Arrive?
This pillow ships in 48-72 hours. Because it's hand-cut and sewn to order in small batches, there's a brief production window before it leaves the California studio, but you'll have it on your furniture within days rather than weeks. Free standard curbside delivery is included to the continental USA; white-glove delivery, in-room placement, and packaging removal are available upon request for an additional fee.
Where Does This Pillow Work Best Outdoors?
The 22-inch square format works on most outdoor chaise lounges, club chairs, and sectional corner seats where you want back support or a pop of color. Pair it with neutrals or layer two on a loveseat to define seating zones, and browse the full outdoor pillows collection to mix patterns and textures across your patio set. The fade-resistant polyester ensures the blue stays consistent even on south-facing decks, and it coordinates well with wicker, teak, or powder-coated aluminum frames common in custom outdoor furniture.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Will this pillow fade in direct sunlight?
- The solution-dyed polyester provides excellent fade resistance even in prolonged sun exposure, though all outdoor textiles experience gradual color shift over multiple years of full-sun use.
- Can I leave it outside year-round?
- The water-resistant fabric and fade-resistant construction are designed for outdoor use, but storing pillows during extended wet weather or winter months extends their lifespan and keeps the insert fresh.
- Is the cover removable for washing?
- Yes, both the cover and insert separate via a hidden zipper, so you can spot-clean or machine-wash the cover and air the insert between seasons.
- Does the blue color look the same in person as on screen?
- Screen settings vary, so the blue tone may appear slightly different in person than it does on your display -- each pillow is hand-cut and sewn to order, ensuring consistent quality from the California studio.
- How do I clean this outdoor pillow?
- Remove the cover via the hidden zipper and spot-clean with mild soap and water, then air-dry before reassembling.
- What makes solution-dyed polyester different from regular outdoor fabric?
- Solution-dyed polyester embeds color into the fiber during production rather than dyeing finished cloth, which locks the pigment in and delivers superior fade resistance compared to surface-dyed fabrics.