The History of Cushions

Cushions play a very important role in our every day lives. Rewind thousands of years however and cushions were a status symbol only found in palaces and temples. Back then cushions were made using everything from finely spun silk, to animal hide and fur and were vastly different to the cushions available on the market today. 

Uses of Cushions

Nowadays cushions are well and truly in the domain of 'Everyman', and you will find cushions in most every home in Australia. But now they are no longer just used to cover chairs or provide comfortable seating (though this of course is their main ergonomic function), but are also used for decorative and aesthetic purposes as well. Indeed, you will find beautiful cushions in most bedrooms, living room, rumpus rooms, guest rooms, play rooms, and even on outdoor furniture, throughout Australia. These cushions are designed to be soft enough to enhance comfort and strong enough to withstand wear and tear. Cushions these days are decorative and come in many different and varied print styles, and you can choose everything from a classic, simple design, to a multi-coloured pictorially themed design to brighten your home. 

Types of Cushions

The most common types of cushions used today are scatter cushions. They are the kind of cushions you would buy if you want to transform a dull, unimaginative living space and instantly bring it to life. Scatter cushions can be used indoors and outdoors. You can use them on the sofa for decorative purposes and also to enhance comfort, and they usually come in different sizes so you can mix them up to create a stylish effect. Scatter cushions come in a variety of colors and are made using fabrics like cotton and satin.

Outdoor cushions are another popular type of cushion, and are mainly used in areas like patios, decks and other outdoor undercover living spaces. They are made using materials that are resistant to fading because of constant exposure to the sun, and provide excellent comfort and support to pieces of furniture which (due to being outside) may not have traditionally come with a soft surface, and thus add that little bit of 'indoor luxury' to your outdoor sitting experience.

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Popular Cushion Brands in Australia 

There are a number of quality brands of cushions available in Australia.

Rapee Cushions

Rapee is one of the oldest cushion manufacturers in Australia. They started designing and creating cushions and other homeware products 35 years ago. This level of experience has enabled the brand to produce cushions of unequaled quality, and they are rightfully the number one cushion brand in the country. Whether you are looking for outdoor cushions or handmade or embroidered cushions, Rapee will have them in stock, as their cushions come in a wide range of designs and styles. 

Rapee updates their collection frequently so it’s easy to find cushions which blend with your home. Rapee cushions are durable, high quality and surprisingly well priced, and are often used in celebrity homes and showcased in popular lifestyle magazines because of their style and elegance.

IDC Cushions

IDC cushions is another popular cushion brand in Australia. Their cushions have a very unique personality and feel. They are the kind of cushions which bold homeowners will choose because they match their personality types. You will love the detail and craftsmanship that goes into every IDC cushion and they are the perfect choice if you're looking to give your home an edgy, more contemporary look.

IDC cushions come in many different color combinations. The fabrics used are of superior quality and this cushion brand is known to experiment with very dynamic patterns which bring life into the rooms where they are used. 

Escape to Paradise Cushions

If you want to transform your living space to represent coastal living then look for cushions from Escape to Paradise. This brand has specialized in cushions which have a coastal theme and help bring a 'summer' feel to Australian homes, all year round. Escape to Paradise cushions exude a sense of  fun that you'll be hard pushed to find in any other collection, with palm trees considered their signature look. Escape to Paradise mainly specialise in outdoor cushions but they also create indoor cushions as well. The style of Escape to Paradise cushions really appeals to the coastal hugging Australian population, as every time you see an Escape to Paradise cushion, there is that small part of you that feels like you're on holiday somewhere exotic.

Craft Studios Cushions

Craft Studios cushions are known for their spectacular use of colour. They have been designed for those people who are looking for colorful decorations to brighten their living spaces. Craft Studios designs cushions using colours which never go out of style, like red, navy and fuchsia among others. They have cushions in very dramatic patterns as well. Their cushions can be described as bold and imaginative and add character to any setting. Whether you are looking for a way of transforming an outdoor living area or an indoor space, Craft Studios is likely to have just the right cushions for you.

DG37 Cushions

DG37 creates cushions which have that unique Australian look. This well known cushion brand creates and designs comfortable cushions that are versatile, well made and functional, with some even coming in high-end,  sumptuous materials like satin, which really stand out. DG37 is a brand know for their attention to detail and craftsmanship, and you'll never go wrong with their cushions in your home.

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