Sunbrella · Stain-Resistant Textiles
60 in. Round Outdoor Tablecloth with Zipper and Umbrella Hole, Waterproof Stain Resistant, Nautical Blue, 1 Piece
Sunbrella solution-dyed acrylic; waterproof coating unspecified, PFAS risk unknown.
Sunbrella is a reputable outdoor fabric brand using solution-dyed acrylic, but makes no public disclosure about PFAS in water-repellent coating treatments. Coating composition unknown from product labeling.
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75/100 safety
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Material
Solution-dyed acrylic fabric, waterproof/stain-resistant coating unspecified
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
Why this grade
Waterproof / stain-resistant treatment
water-repellent coating treatments have historically used PFAS.
Category baseline
furniture is a category where PFAS exposure is more common.
Vague safety claims only
Uses vague language ("eco-friendly", "clean") without a specific PFAS statement.
The full breakdown
What it's made of and why it matters
This tablecloth is solution-dyed acrylic fabric, meaning color is built into the fiber itself during production rather than applied as a surface dye. This material is inherently fade-resistant and durable outdoors. The unspecified 'waterproof stain-resistant coating' is the unknown variable. Sunbrella does not disclose whether this coating uses fluorochemicals (PFAS) or silicone-based alternatives, which is a significant transparency gap for a premium outdoor brand.
The brand's record and disclosure
Sunbrella is a respected heritage brand (Glen Raven subsidiary) with a long track record in outdoor textiles, but has not publicly disclosed coating chemistry or made PFAS commitments comparable to competitors like Crypton or Via brands. No major recalls involving this product line are on record. The brand's silence on chemical composition, despite premium positioning, suggests either proprietary concern or lack of stakeholder pressure to disclose.
How it compares in its category
Sunbrella outdoor tablecloths are mid-to-premium priced and generally outlast budget polyester alternatives in durability and color hold. However, competitors like Crypton and certified textiles (OEKO-TEX, bluesign) increasingly disclose or exclude PFAS. Sunbrella's lack of third-party certification or chemistry transparency is a competitive weakness in an increasingly informed market.
If you buy it
Rinse before first use to remove any loose dyes or coatings. Launder separately from other fabrics initially. Avoid high heat (air dry preferred); machine wash warm with mild detergent if needed. Inspect seams and zipper annually for degradation. Replace if coating flakes, seams separate, or water no longer beads (indicates coating failure). Store dry to prevent mildew and extend life to 5-7 years typical.
Beyond PFAS: other things we checked
Established hazard classes for this product type, assessed from public information. These never change the PFAS grade; a Likely flag caps the Verdict at “Buy with care.”
Waterproof coating chemistry (unspecified)
Sunbrella has not disclosed whether the stain-resistant coating uses PFAS-based fluorochemicals or alternative chemistries. Given the PFAS grade of 35/100, risk is plausible but unconfirmed by available data.
Azo dyes in solution-dyed acrylic
Solution-dyeing reduces surface dye leakage compared to piece-dyed fabrics, but no testing results or restrictions on Sunbrella's azo-dye palette are publicly documented. Risk is lower than traditional outdoor tablecloths but not ruled out.
Flame retardant treatment
No evidence that this outdoor tablecloth has been treated with flame retardants. Solution-dyed acrylic itself is moderately flame-resistant, and outdoor furniture rarely requires chemical flame retardant coatings.
Zinc or heavy metal migration from zipper hardware
Metal zipper and grommet hardware can corrode or shed particles under outdoor moisture and UV exposure over years. No specific testing on Sunbrella zippers is on record; regular inspection is prudent.
Coating degradation and microparticle shedding
All surface coatings degrade with UV exposure and weather cycles. As the waterproof layer breaks down (typically 3-5 years), microscopic particles may shed into soil or water. Longevity and degradation profile of Sunbrella's specific coating is not publicly disclosed.
What we don’t know
This grade is a model-based estimate from public materials, coatings, and brand disclosure at 45% confidence. It is not a lab result.
No independent PFAS lab test is on record for this exact product. A lab test could move the score in either direction.
The brand has not made a specific, verifiable PFAS-free statement, so part of this score reflects that missing disclosure rather than a confirmed material.
Formulations and coatings change between production runs. Always check the current label before buying.
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