For Sunbrella Upholstery fabric, we recommend using a #16-#18 size needle with rounded points to “push” the yarns aside instead of cutting them. Your sewing thread diameter and needle size should be properly matched (100-110 NM thread – Size 16-18 needle). For more details on sewing Sunbrella fabric, read our blog "How to Sew with Sunbrella Fabric."
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