DIY: Waterproof Vinyl Upholstery

Durable water repellent application

• 1

  Wipe the vinyl upholstered furniture with a warm, wet cloth. A clean surface helps absorb waterproof solution.

• 2

  Dry the vinyl upholstered furniture completely. Any remaining liquid prevents the vinyl from absorbing the waterproof spray.

• 3

  Spray the vinyl upholstered items in a thin layer of DWR. Use three applications of the spray.

• 4

  Dry the furniture.

Beeswax Application

• 5

  Boil one pint of linseed oil.

• 6

  Mix 1 pint of turpentine,1 lb. of beeswax and 1 pint of boiled linseed oil.

• 7

  Wait for solution to become warm. Rub the solution on the vinyl upholstered items in a circular motion.