A Patio Swing is the favored place or corner where one likes to spend a few peaceful moments enjoying coffee, reading the newspaper or a savoring a cool drink with friends. This is reason enough to take proper care of your Patio Swing and not leave it uncovered in the open. The swing cushions and top cover will appear worn out and, if wooden, then it will require frequent polishing and termite treatment. The alternative to extra expenses is to purchase a high-quality Patio Swing Cover that will protect the swing from extreme temperatures, rain or dew. The material could be polyethylene with a top coating for longer life, or a tough and breathable polyester fiber. Since the swing is seldom removed indoors, the cover should be easily wiped cleaned or hosed down. If selecting a pre-made cover see that there are securing eyelets to tie the cover, to prevent it from being blown away.

If the swing is rustproof and you do not want to keep it covered, then a canopy and swing cushions covers could be made with waterproof vinyl or PVC coated materials. This will prevent the material from appearing mildewed. Fabrics treated with stain protection products like Scotchgard are another option for Swing Covers. For swing cushions and canopies one could use high-tech foam which, unlike conventional foam covers, do not get waterlogged if drenched in rain or dew. The water drains out from either side, presenting a dry appearance.

If using a Swing Cover to swathe the entire structure, then cushion covers can be of any material and color. The cover should be tied properly, covering every usable area. After all, a Patio Swing is not purchased every month.