CLEVELAND, OH – U.S. demand for outdoor furniture, cushions and covers is expected to increase 3.8% per year to $5 billion by 2011.

According to The Freedonia Group, an industry market research firm, the market will benefit from growth in the number of households and the increasing popularity of outdoor living areas such as patios, porches and decks.

The 304-page study is available from Freedonia for $4,400. For information, contact Corinne Gangloff at (440) 684-9600 or visit www.freedoniagroup.com.