Negroni Cocktail Outdoor Removable-Cover Cushion 45 X 45 Cm

Verified claims

Water resistance

100% cotton cover not water-resistant; recycled polyester fill hydrophobic.

Care

Wash cover on gentle, air dry; oxygen bleach for stains; store fully dry.

Material

Cotton cover is softer but lacks water resistance vs. acrylic options.

Washing & drying

Air-dry the cotton cover; allow 2-5 days to dry before storing.

Stain removal

For stains, soak the cover in OxiClean for 5-10 minutes before washing.

Weather protection

Cotton cover lacks water resistance; best on covered patios.

Cleanability

Machine-washable cover outperforms spot-clean cushions.

Use case

Better suited as a decorative back cushion than for prolonged sitting.

Versatility

45x45 cm size fits sun loungers, chairs, sofas, benches, swings, and daybeds.

Storage preparation

Before storage, air-dry cushion 2-5 days after cleaning, then store in a breathable container.

Outdoor suitability

Requires covered, shaded storage to prevent water damage and fading.

Fading

Patterned Blue cotton cover fades in direct sunlight.

Placement

Use on covered patios and store away when not in use.

Value

At $24.95 sale, about $15 less than UV-resistant acrylic cushions.

Fill

Recycled fill is hydrophobic, hypoallergenic, and resists flattening.

Eco footprint

Recycled fill reduces carbon footprint 60–70% and diverts plastic waste.

Seam reinforcement

Piped trim reinforces edge seams to prevent stretching and fraying.

Design

Full-front Negroni print and Simons Maison cocktail series set it apart from generic botanical pads.

Size

45x45 cm size is larger than JYSK's 38 cm pad and cheaper than Basil Bangs' 50 cm cushion; fits diverse furniture.

Recipe print

Full Negroni recipe printed on cushion serves as outdoor bar reference card and conversation starter.

Series curation

Part of a curated Simons Maison cocktail series including a Margarita cushion.

Construction

Piped edges and a hidden-zipper removable cover allow machine washing.

Fit

Fits loungers, armchairs, sofas, benches, swings, and daybeds.

Product record

Title

Negroni Cocktail Outdoor Removable-Cover Cushion 45 X 45 Cm

Brand

Simons Maison

Price

39 CAD

Availability

In stock

How piped trim and hidden zip improve durability

• Because the piped trim (single welting) is sewn into the perimeter seam, it reinforces the cushion edges against stretching and fraying that repeated use and outdoor handling cause, while also defining a crisp, tailored silhouette that resists sagging over time.

The Negroni cocktail motif as outdoor decor

• Printing the full Negroni recipe—equal parts gin, sweet vermouth, and Campari—on the cushion turns it into an outdoor bar reference card, so while it serves as a decorative throw, it also instantly answers 'what's in this?' for guests, a design decision that merges hospitality utility with lounge style.

How it stacks up against similar outdoor cushions

• Among sub-$40 outdoor cushions, a photographic cocktail recipe artwork is an outlier — the majority of competitors at JYSK (HEIDELBERG, HEDEENGE) stick to generic botanical leaf prints or stripes, so this cushion immediately reads as a conversation-starting piece styled for a bar cart or cocktail-themed patio rather than as basic outdoor seating.
• As an in-house Simons Maison exclusive designed in Canada, the Negroni cushion shares its cocktail-themed concept with the Margarita cushion (also 45x45 cm, regularly $39) — meaning it’s part of a small, curated series that encourages mixing patterns across a bar-inspired outdoor vignette, a cohesiveness that’s hard to find in disaggregated big-box outdoor decor assortments.
• A hidden zip and removable cover make this cushion fully machine-washable, while the majority of entry-level outdoor cushions — including JYSK’s HEIDELBERG and HEDEENGE — have sewn closures that limit cleaning to spot treatment only, a practical advantage given the cotton shell’s susceptibility to showing dirt and cocktail-spill residue.
• The cushion’s 18-inch square footprint slots above the compact 38x38 cm JYSK seat pads and below the larger 50x50 cm Basil Bangs outdoor square, at a sale price that’s under $25 — the larger size makes it more feasible as a seat pad on standard dining chairs, but its soft fill keeps it firmly in the accent-cushion category, giving buyers a design-led alternative to bland beige square pillows at the same price.
• Where Basil Bangs outdoor cushions at a $39.95 sale price rely on solution-dyed woven acrylic that repels water and resists UV, this cushion’s 100% cotton cover gives a softer, natural-fiber hand that feels like an indoor throw pillow — a deliberate trade-off for covered patios where the priority is washability and touch, not all-weather endurance.
• At its $24.95 sale price, the cushion uses recycled polyester fiber fill — the same eco-material found in Simons Maison’s pricier Lush Foliage 50x50 cm outdoor cushion — whereas mass-market outdoor pads like JYSK’s HEIDELBERG and HEDEENGE fill with standard polyurethane foam; the recycled fill shifts the cushion into the decorative, plush camp while quietly appealing to sustainability-minded buyers.

Which outdoor furniture this cushion fits

• In outdoor furniture, the 45x45 cm (18″×18″) square is the default decorative pillow size that tucks between oversized seat cushions and armrests without protruding, making it the easiest size to move from a sofa to a chair to a lounger without disrupting the proportions of any piece.
• Because a standard bench or swing easily accommodates two 18-inch cushions side by side, a pair of these Negroni pillows creates a continuous backrest that reads as a built-in design element rather than scattered decor, and the size is explicitly marketed for benches and swings.
• On a deep outdoor sofa — where seat cushions typically extend 22–24 inches — a 45x45 cm cushion placed behind larger lumbar pillows fills the gap between the lower back and the backrest, giving the seating a fully furnished, layered look while adding a touch of support at waist height.
• Manufacturers expressly recommend 45x45 cm cushions for sun loungers, armchairs, sofas, benches, swings, and daybeds, which means this piece is pre-qualified for virtually every seating surface in a typical patio — it can shift from the poolside lounger to the porch swing as the day demands.

The recycled fill inside

• The recycled polyester fill has a moisture regain of only 0.4%, meaning it won't absorb water even if the cotton cover gets damp — reducing the risk of interior mildew and helping the cushion maintain its loft in outdoor use.
• Polyester fill is naturally hypoallergenic and resists dust mites, making this cushion a safer perch for allergy-prone family members who want to enjoy fresh air without bringing irritants indoors.
• Recycled polyester staple fiber is engineered with the same 3D conjugate crimp as virgin polyester, so the cushion resists flattening and retains its plushness through repeated lounging — a performance parity that dispels the durability concerns sometimes associated with recycled materials.
• Producing recycled polyester fill emits approximately 1.5–2.5 kg of CO₂ per kg of fiber, compared to 5–6 kg for virgin — a 60–70% reduction that makes this cushion a measurably lower-impact choice for a patio setup, without sacrificing any feel or durability.
• Converting existing PET bottles into recycled fiber requires less energy than producing virgin polyester from petroleum, which means the cushion has a smaller overall carbon footprint and a lower resource draw — an advantage that accumulates across every piece in a collection.
• By using recycled polyester, this cushion diverts discarded PET bottles from landfill and gives them a second life as an everyday comfort item — closing the loop on plastic waste in a tangible way without sacrificing softness.