ARDEN Outdoor Foam Deep Seat Cushion Set, 24 in x 24 in, Weather-Proof, Rain-Proof, Fade Resistant Patio Cushion, Bottom vs Covers & All Square Cushion Slipcover: which is safer?

Covers & All Square Cushion Slipcover is the clear pick. ARDEN Outdoor Foam Deep Seat Cushion Set, 24 in x 24 in, Weather-Proof, Rain-Proof, Fade Resistant Patio Cushion, Bottom carries a failing PFAS grade, and we never recommend buying a failing product.

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ARDEN Outdoor Foam Deep Seat Cushion Set, 24 in x 24 in, Weather-Proof, Rain-Proof, Fade Resistant Patio Cushion, Bottom

PFAS grade

F 35/100

Overall grade

F 0/100

Verdict

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Hazard flags

⚑ 4

Material

polyurethane foam with weather-resistant coating (type unspecified)

Confidence

42%

LikelyFlame retardants in polyurethane foam

ReportedVolatile organic compound (VOC) off-gassing

PossibleWater-repellent coating chemistry (unspecified, possible PFAS)

Why this grade

Our pick

Target

Covers & All Square Cushion Slipcover

PFAS grade

C 75/100

Overall grade

F 59/100

Verdict

Buy

Hazard flags

⚑ 4

Material

Cotton or cotton-blend slipcover fabric

Confidence

72%

PossibleFormaldehyde in fabric resins and dye-fixers

PossibleAzo dyes and heavy-metal dye contamination

PossibleMicrofiber shedding from polyester blend

Why this gradeBuy

Both products run through the same public rubric: materials, coatings, brand disclosure, lab findings, and recalls, plus a beyond-PFAS hazard analysis. Grades are model-based estimates, not lab tests. How grades work →

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