How does Sunbrella fabric lock in color?
A. Sunbrella fabrics are made from 100 percent solution-dyed acrylic yarns. Solution dying is the manufacturing process of adding color to fibers while they are in a liquid state. This feature of Sunbrella fabrics allows them to lock in color, be easily cleaned and provides them with a long life. Sunbrella® – Superior pigments are added during the production of fade-resistant Sunbrella fiber. The final result is Sunbrella yarn and fabric with color throughout that won’t fade or wash away. Think “carrot.” Other Fabrics – Dyes are added to the surface of the yarn or fabric. The color only penetrates the outer layer and washes out or fades over time.
