How to Clean and Store Patio Cushions for Fall (Without the Hassle)
As summer winds down and the cooler months approach, it’s time to start thinking about putting away the patio furniture. But before you toss those cushions in the garage or shed, take a moment to consider what they’ve been through. From sun and sweat to spills and storms, your outdoor cushions work hard all season long, and storing them without a proper cleaning can mean mildew, odors, and even permanent damage come spring.
At Nu-Yale, we make it easy to give your patio cushions the care they need and deserve, with professional deep cleaning and free winter storage.
Why Clean Before You Store?
Outdoor cushions are magnets for dirt, pollen, moisture, and bacteria. Even if they look fine, these contaminants can settle deep in the fabric and foam. If stored dirty, they’re likely to:
Develop musty smells
Attract mold and mildew
Stain permanently
Deteriorate faster
A thorough cleaning helps prevent all of that, so your cushions come out of storage next year looking, and smelling, fresh.
Common DIY Storage Mistakes
It’s tempting to just zip up a storage bag or wrap your cushions in plastic, but that often traps in moisture. And tossing them in a damp garage or basement? Even worse.
Here’s what often goes wrong:
Storing while damp or dirty
Sealing in airtight containers without ventilation
Stacking cushions under heavy furniture
Leaving them outside under covers where condensation builds
Each of these can reduce the lifespan of your cushions and lead to frustrating surprises in the spring.
How Nu-Yale Makes It Easy
Our professional cushion cleaning service is designed to be hands-off and hassle-free:
We remove embedded dirt, mold, mildew, and odors
Cushions are carefully cleaned, dried, and wrapped for protection
We store them for free all winter long
When you’re ready in the spring, we’ll return them clean and patio-ready
Whether your cushions came from a big box store or are custom-made for your outdoor space, we handle each one with expert care.
Free Pickup, Too
Don’t feel like lugging them in? No problem. We offer free pickup and delivery, so you don’t even have to leave the house. Just bag up your cushions, schedule a pickup, and we’ll take it from there.
Ready to Store Smarter This Year?
Skip the stress, save the storage space, and protect your investment.
Let Nu-Yale handle your patio cushions this fall, so you can enjoy them worry-free next spring.
Schedule your pickup today at nuyale.com
