Covers for sofas without armrests
It is impossible to imagine a modern home without upholstered furniture, but over time, the upholstery of such products begins to deteriorate, wear off. The purchase of a cover for upholstered furniture will not only protect it from dirt and scratches, but will also help to update the interior of the room.
Species overview
There are various covers for upholstered furniture on sale. They are chosen taking into account personal preferences, as well as the area of the room and its design.
There are several types of sofa covers:
- products that are sewn to individual order;
- euro covers;
- products without armrests;
- elasticated covers;
- fragmented capes;
- models with a skirt or with a frill.
In addition, the cover can be removable or stretch.
Individual tailoring will cost a little more. Also, when ordering a product, it should be borne in mind that its production will take more time than when choosing a product in a store. When ordering individually, you must carefully measure the parameters of the sofa and indicate them.
Eurocover are a fabric with a rubberized thread, which includes natural fibers, it can also contain elastane, acrylic or polyester, thanks to which the finished product takes the desired shape. Natural cotton fiber, which is contained in the composition, makes the cover pleasant to the touch and comfortable for the body. Due to the elasticity of this material, it is convenient to put it on the sofa. In the process of work, folds or creases will not collect on it.
Such a coating does not wrinkle, does not wear off and does not fade under the influence of bright sunlight. Eurocover does not slip, as is often the case, and does not frown. Many manufacturers give a guarantee for their product and provide a certificate.
Euro covers are sold in a ready-to-use form, in different color combinations. Such products are easy to care for, they do not need to be ironed, as models are made from elastic fabric. If desired or necessary, the product is ironed from the wrong side.
There are many universal capes on sale that have a standard shape and size. Optionally, you can purchase two versions of the kits and change them as they get dirty.
Often, buyers purchase only a cover for the armrests, considering these places to be the most prone to dirt and abrasion. The cover for the armrests will not only protect furniture from scuffs, but also serve as a decorative item. To make such a cape a decorative element, you can sew an applique, ribbons or other decor on the fabric as you wish.
Before purchasing or ordering a product, you need to consider that there are different ways of fastening, a variety of models and styles. So, styles are relevant: avant-garde, high-tech, provence, country or loft.
The avant-garde style is characterized by intricately shaped upholstered furniture. Covers for products of an unusual shape can be using prints or inscriptions, as well as original drawings and decorative elements.
For rooms decorated in the loft style, more often they choose very simple covers, without frills and other decorative elements.
Hi-tech style the presence of modern furniture with chrome-plated details, a strict design is inherent. For this style, a denser material without a pattern or ornament is more suitable. Covers are usually chosen in cold colors.
Materials and colors
The sofa cover is made of very dense, wear-resistant fabrics. Such material reliably protects furniture from dust and dirt, besides, it is easy to take care of the product. When choosing, they are guided by the fact in what style the room is decorated, they also take into account the color of furniture and textiles.
Velours
Velor is a soft and velvety fabric. This material contains cotton thread, wool and synthetic fibers.
Flock
You can often hear a different name for this material, it is called a velvet substitute. This material is very pleasant to the touch, it can easily take the shape of furniture.
Microfiber
It is a synthetic fabric made of artificial fibers. Microfiber dries well rather quickly and at the same time does not allow moisture to pass through.
Jacquard
Jacquard is almost 80 percent natural threads. In the production of jacquard products, linen and woolen threads, cotton and polyester are used. The peculiarity of jacquard products is that a special elastic band provides the elasticity of the product. Jacquard is more suitable for a classic-style room.
Leather
A very practical material that will last a long time. The furniture is reliably protected, and in case of contamination, it is enough to wipe the surface with a damp cloth.
Flannel stretch
This fabric has a shrinking effect. It can be easily stretched, while taking the desired shape.
Cotton
Cotton is a breathable material. Such a product does not cause allergies, which is very important for people with similar problems. Bedspreads will last a long time. Even after multiple washing, the material will not lose its original appearance, but it can be damaged by the influence of cat's claws.
The color of sofa covers can be very different, but more often they choose products of calm shades. Non-marking models are relevant, as well as monochromatic products with either an abstract or other geometric pattern.
The choice of pattern, ornament or color of the cape is no less important than the choice of the appropriate material. With the right combination of shade and tone, the living space will look more expressive and noble.
You should not buy a cape with a small pattern for a massive model of furniture, otherwise it will be lost against the general background. A large ornament will visually make a small room heavier, and a colorful pattern will be a little annoying.
Dimensions (edit)
When choosing covers for a sofa, it is important to know the size of the upholstered furniture. Measurements should be taken from wide parts of the products, such as a seat with a backrest.
- The size of the product on the sofa is considered to be universal 140x200 cm.For such two-seater models, the size of the back of which is 140 cm, choose a cover from 1.2 m to 1.6 m.
- For a 3-seater soft sofa, they choose capes ranging in size from 1.6 to 2.5 m.
- The size of the capes for modular or corner designs will be 5.5 meters.
If necessary, you can order a 130 cm cape for a sofa or other non-standard size.
You can also purchase dimensionless Euro covers, which can be suitable for U-shaped and L-shaped structures.
Manufacturers produce options for capes for shell sofas or beding, in which the cape skirt hangs beautifully, which gives a special charm and creates coziness. You can also find models for straight sofas, without backs, corners or book sofas.
How to choose?
When choosing a cover for a classic sofa model or for a corner model, consider the material from which the product is made, its colors and patterns, and also determine the desired length, which should be several centimeters above the floor. The choice of the length of the product on a straight line or on a folding sofa depends on which room the upholstered furniture will be in, as well as who will be located on it.
When choosing a coating, you need to know the dimensions of upholstered furniture. NSWhen buying euro covers, you should look at the packaging, which indicates the dimensions to which the textiles are stretched. With a lack of necessary information it is worth contacting a consultant who will help you make the right choice, knowing the model.
How to put it on?
There are two types of bedspreads for furniture, this is a European cover and a cape. The latter is very easy to put on furniture. It is enough to place it on the surface and then carefully straighten it around the perimeter.
Putting on the euro cover on upholstered furniture is a little more difficult, so it is better to do the work together. You should start pulling from the back, gradually moving towards the seat and simultaneously straightening the product.
Most often, manufacturers release their products with detailed instructions on how to properly dress the cover. If it is not possible to put on the euro cover yourself, you can ask the couriers who deliver the product to do it.
For information on how to put on a cover on a sofa without armrests, see the next video.