Head to head
Montlake Chaise 72 x 21 vs Pillow Perfect Chaise 72.5 x 21 (2026)
Classic Accessories Montlake Chaise Lounge Cushion 72 x 21 vs Pillow Perfect Paisley Split Back Chaise Lounge Cushion 72.5 x 21 compared: foam, pattern, split back, and which pad you should buy.
#2 in our rankings · Best chaise lounge
Classic Accessories Montlake FadeSafe Chaise Lounge Cushion 72 x 21 x 3, Heather Grey
Best for: Chaise loungers and sun loungers where a firm, fade-resistant pad that stays in place is wanted.
#9 in our rankings · Best patterned chaise
Pillow Perfect Paisley Indoor/Outdoor Split Back Chaise Lounge Cushion 72.5 x 21, Blue/Green Gilford
Best for: Chaise loungers where a colourful paisley pad is wanted, and loungers with a hinged back that needs a split.
Our recommendation
Buy the Montlake Chaise in Heather Grey if you want firm foam that stays flat and a fabric that keeps its colour: the dense foam core and the FadeSafe fabric are the better buy for a lounger used every sunny day. Buy the Pillow Perfect Chaise in Blue/Green Gilford if you want pattern and a split back: the paisley print hides marks well, and the split back follows a hinged lounger frame. Both are long chaise pads, so the choice is support against pattern and hinge fit.
Foam against plush fibre
The Montlake pad is filled with solid-core foam, which gives a firm, even surface that keeps its shape. The Pillow Perfect pad is filled with plush fibre, which is soft from the first use but goes flat faster, especially at the foot end where the legs rest. For long lounging, the foam is the better buy. For occasional sunbathing, the fibre pad is comfortable enough.
Split back against one piece
The Pillow Perfect pad has a split back, so the top section hinges with the lounger frame when the back is raised or lowered. The Montlake pad is one piece, so it suits a lounger whose back does not move, or a fixed chaise. If your lounger back moves, the split back is a real feature, not a gimmick.
What they share
Both are long chaise pads around 72 inches, both are 21 inches wide, and both have ties or straps to hold the pad on the lounger. Neither should stay out in heavy rain: the foam and the fibre both dry slowly once soaked, so bring either pad in before a downpour.
Choose Classic Accessories Montlake FadeSafe Chaise Lounge Cushion 72 x 21 x 3, Heather Grey if…
- You lounge every sunny day
- You want firm foam that stays flat
- You want a fabric that keeps its colour
Choose Pillow Perfect Paisley Indoor/Outdoor Split Back Chaise Lounge Cushion 72.5 x 21, Blue/Green Gilford if…
- You want a colourful paisley print
- Your lounger back hinges and needs a split
- You prefer a soft pad from the first use
Spec-by-spec comparison
| Spec | Classic Accessories Montlake FadeSafe Chaise Lounge Cushion 72 x 21 x 3, Heather Grey | Pillow Perfect Paisley Indoor/Outdoor Split Back Chaise Lounge Cushion 72.5 x 21, Blue/Green Gilford |
|---|---|---|
| Price tier | Mid-range | Mid-range |
| Size | 72 x 21 x 3 inches | 72.5 x 21 inches |
| Fill | Solid-core foam | Plush fibre |
| Cover | FadeSafe solution-dyed polyester | - |
| Closure | Locking zipper with garage | - |
| Weight | 10 lb | - |
| Care | Hand wash only | - |
| Style | - | Split back chaise |
| Ties | - | Included |
| Pattern | - | Blue/Green Gilford paisley |
| Best for | Chaise loungers and sun loungers where a firm, fade-resistant pad that stays in place is wanted. | Chaise loungers where a colourful paisley pad is wanted, and loungers with a hinged back that needs a split. |
| Skip if | Your lounger is wider than 21 inches or longer than 72 inches, or you want a quilted top. | You want a plain solid colour, or you need the firm foam support of the Montlake chaise. |
Strengths and limitations
Classic Accessories Montlake FadeSafe Chaise Lounge Cushion 72 x 21 x 3, Heather Grey
Strengths
- The FadeSafe solution-dyed polyester fabric is made to resist fading, so the heather grey stays pale grey through the season.
- The solid-core foam has a dense centre with a softer outer layer, giving a firm but comfortable surface that keeps its shape.
- The patented adjustable strapping system with click-close straps holds the pad tight to the lounger, and the locking zipper sits in a protective garage.
Limitations
- The foam ships separately from the slip cover and must be stuffed into the cover on arrival, which takes some effort.
- At 3 inches thick it is a firm pad rather than a plush one, so buyers who want deep softness should look at a thicker pad.
- The light heather grey shows marks around a pool, so it needs a wipe after wet use.
Pillow Perfect Paisley Indoor/Outdoor Split Back Chaise Lounge Cushion 72.5 x 21, Blue/Green Gilford
Strengths
- The split back design fits loungers where the top section hinges, so the pad follows the frame instead of bunching.
- The blue and green Gilford paisley is a busy, colourful print that hides small marks and stains well.
- Ties hold the long pad in place on the lounger, and the plush fibre fill is soft to lie on from the first use.
Limitations
- The plush fibre fill is softer and thinner than the Montlake foam, so it suits sunbathing better than firm all-day support.
- The light ground of the print stains from sun cream, so the pad needs a wipe after use.
- The pad takes a while to dry after rain, so bring it in before a downpour rather than leaving it out.
How they fit the wider field
- Classic Accessories Montlake FadeSafe Chaise Lounge Cushion 72 x 21 x 3, Heather Grey: ranked #2 (Best chaise lounge) in The Best Outdoor Cushions. Read the full Classic Accessories Montlake FadeSafe Chaise Lounge Cushion 72 x 21 x 3, Heather Grey review.
- Pillow Perfect Paisley Indoor/Outdoor Split Back Chaise Lounge Cushion 72.5 x 21, Blue/Green Gilford: ranked #9 (Best patterned chaise) in The Best Outdoor Cushions.
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Made your call?
Questions, answered
Which one is better for a hinged lounger?
The Pillow Perfect chaise, because the split back follows the hinge instead of bunching. The Montlake pad is one piece, so it suits a fixed chaise or a lounger whose back stays in one place.
Which one dries faster after rain?
Neither dries fast once soaked, so bring both in before heavy rain. The Montlake foam holds less water than the Pillow Perfect fibre, so it dries a little faster, but both need a dry day before they are comfortable again.
Which one hides marks better?
The Pillow Perfect paisley, because the busy print hides small marks and stains well. The Montlake heather grey is a light solid, so it shows marks around a pool and needs a wipe after wet use.