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16 August 2018 

Rise in purchases of patterned outdoor cushions

With a variety of outdoor furniture products on offer to the market, it's no wonder we're extending our living space outdoors. A recent survey has found that 42% of the British public are upgrading their gardens for entertaining. 40% of homeowners view barbecues as essentials whilst 43% of the nation puts outdoor furniture at the top of the garden shopping lists. (http://www.propertyreporter.co.uk/household/majority-of-brits-to-spend-time-in-the-garden-this-weekend.html)

The popularity of alfresco dining and entertaining guests at home in the garden has resulted in an increase in purchases of patterned outdoor cushions. Sales of patterned outdoor cushions had risen by 23% in 2017 compared to the previous year and is expected to continue to rise year on year (https://www.gardenforum.co.uk/media/articles/WGC%20Garden%20Trends%20Report%202018.pdf)

LOFA (Leisure and Outdoor Furniture Association) is raising awareness of fire safety standards/regulations for garden furniture cushions. The LOFAssured initiative ensuresthat all cushions sold by members comply with current government fire safety regulations. Members whose cushions adhere to the fire safety regulations will be fitted with a LOFAssured swing tag; be sure to look for these and buy your cushions from a LOFAssured certified member. 

Before buying anything for the garden or an outdoor space, make sure you visit LOFA's (Leisure and Outdoor Furniture Association) user-friendly website,www.garden-living.co.uk. It will tell you everything you need to know - where; who; what to look for; tips; buy from a LOFA member.

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With compliments:

Taylor Alden Ltd
247 The Broadway
London, SW19 1SD
Tel: 020 8543 3866
email:margaret@tayloralden.co.uk