Slipcovers for Sofas | Recliner Slipcovers & More (2024)

FAQs

What is the best way to cover a sofa? ›

The best sofa slipcovers? Blankets. Grab a bright sheet, a patterned coverlet, or a vintage handira and get to camouflaging. The tucking bit is optional; a peppy stripe or bold fringe appears especially effortless when loosely cloaked over the cushions.

Measure the length and width of the front of the sofa. Then, measure the inside and outside of the arms and the seating area with the cushions removed. Once you have your numbers, divide by 36 to determine the yardage.

The most common materials for couch covers are cotton duck, canvas, denim and twill blends. Many other options are available, most of which can be found at your local fabric store. Durable cotton is the best couch cover for heavily used furniture because it is stain-resistant and washable.

Cost: Starts at $500+ if ordered online with a simpler, lower-end fabric, and can easily go up to $1000. Timeline: Production usually starts only after you place an order, so it may take from 3 to 6 weeks to receive the slipcover. Chances of getting a good look/fit: High.

Ready-made slipcovers are practical and budget-friendly, but because they need to fit a wider range of couch shapes, the fabrics that offer the best fit will include a small percentage of spandex, or elastane, to offer some stretch to get the best looks.

Most sofas can be, it just gets trickier with a few styles. If you have a curvy armed sofa (such as the Belgian or English roll) it might be too hard to fit. Also, sometimes a wingback and rollback sofa is also hard to fit with a slipcover.

If you're looking for a way to hide stains, proactively protect some delicate fabric, or perhaps just test out a new color scheme in your home, slipcovers can help you achieve all these things and more—and they're not as outdated as you may have thought.

Making a slipcover for your couch has never been easier!

I made these additional slips out of a sheet and I sewed them like a long pillowcase. They are fit nice and snug so that they don't bunch up or look too messy. You can see the DIY pillowcase pulled back and the real slipcovers below.

How do you measure for covers? ›

Measuring for Seat Covers

Determine the width of the chair or sofa by measuring the entire distance across the seat from left to right, including the stretch of the arms. Measure the height by measuring the distance from the top of the back of the seat to the ground.

Choosing the appropriate fabric for your slipcover chair is essential for both its appearance and functionality. Key factors include the material's durability, comfort, and ease of maintenance, especially considering specific lifestyle needs like pets, children, or allergies.