Textilene® or Phifertex®, are manufacturers of vinyl coated polyester. Most of the new sling style furniture you see in the stores use this type of material. It is very strong and durable. Vinyl Coated Polyester can easily be made into cushions. This type of fabric is also very easy to maintain. We suggest using a mild soap or detergent and water. We like to use a product called Simple Green which is a degreaser and is biodegradable. It’s highly concentrated and really cleans this type of fabric nicely. Make sure you rinse thoroughly and allow your cushions to air dry. Do not use a bleach based product on this material.