PERFORMANCE FABRICS
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PERFORMANCE FABRICS

Fabrics & Cushion Systems

In outdoor seating, aesthetic appeal works hand-in-hand with functional comfort. DHT integrates certified solution-dyed textiles and resilient cushioning systems selected to suit the product design, target market, and exposure requirements.

Fabrics & Cushion SystemsFabrics & Cushion Systems detail

Solution-Dyed Olefin

Water-Repellent Coating

Configured Cushion Options

Material Specification & Technical Standard

Frame construction, welding, surface preparation, coating and hardware are specified for the intended application. Fabric, filling and cushion construction are selected according to the product design and target market. Branded fabrics and specialised cushion systems are quoted separately where available.

Exterior Textile Standards
Chapter 1

Exterior Textile Standards

Standard collections utilize durable solution-dyed Olefin fabrics offering high UV resistance and outdoor color stability for residential and commercial hospitality settings.

  • Solution-dyed Olefin fabrics offering high UV resistance and outdoor color stability
  • Water-repellent surface finishes engineered for exterior residential and hospitality use
  • Mildew-resistant properties and easy spot cleaning for low-maintenance outdoor living
  • Removable zippered covers engineered for straightforward laundering and seasonal commercial maintenance
Cushion Fillings & Drainage Options
Chapter 2

Cushion Fillings & Drainage Options

Standard seat and back cushions feature high-resilience polyurethane foam cores wrapped in protective polyester fiber. Where specified by the buyer programme, reticulated quick-dry foam cores and breathable mesh drainage panels are available as configured upgrades.

  • High-resilience foam cores engineered to maintain structural shape over repeated seating cycles
  • Optional quick-dry reticulated foam and breathable mesh base panels quoted separately for exposed outdoor applications
  • Branded textiles (such as Sunbrella, Agora) and fire-retardant foam certifications (CA TB117, BS 5852) quoted per project specification and market availability
Chapter 3

Quality Inspection & Programme Alignment

Frame construction, welding, surface preparation, coating and hardware are specified for the intended application. Fabric, filling and cushion construction are selected according to the product design and target market. Branded fabrics and specialised cushion systems are quoted separately where available.

  • Batch-to-batch seam tension, zipper durability, and dimensional fit inspection
  • Fabric swatches and filling densities verified against approved buyer purchase specifications
  • Care guidance and seasonal storage recommendations provided per textile configuration