Waterproof sofa covers

Waterproof sofa covers are a practical solution to reliably protect upholstered furniture from any sources of moisture. Spilled juice or overturned coffee cups, dog saliva and other sources of contamination will not pose a hazard to expensive upholstery as long as the correct protective cover is chosen for it.

The modern market is saturated with offers in this segment. You can find a waterproof bedspread and throw blanket, as well as other options for sofas without and with armrests. With the help of a properly selected cover, you can not only reliably protect furniture, but also update its appearance, making it more presentable.

Waterproof covers and blankets for soft sofas are a good solution for home use. With them, any furniture receives reliable protection from contact with moisture, dirt, and also acquires anti-vandal properties. Often, universal elastic covers are called Euro covers or sofa decks. The surface of such material is quite elastic, has a pleasant texture, and fits snugly around the frame of the sofa.

The waterproof sofa cover can be presented in the following variants.

• Cape. It is small in size and covers only part of the sofa.This is convenient in modular and corner designs, where solving the problem of pulling a common cover over all elements can take a lot of time.

• Plaid with elastic. It is similar to a regular cape, but is fixed to the surface of the piece of furniture, providing a more secure fit. Such a blanket is convenient if only the seat and back of the sofa are covered.

• Full cover. It is convenient in cases where a sofa bed is used and you need to ensure optimal coverage of all elements both when folded and after transformation. Usually, such bedspreads are more elastic, adhere well to the surface of the upholstery, and do not slip.

• Case. A waterproof protective element that protects sofas from any contact with moisture. It fits the frame structure from all sides, does not require additional adjustment. Elastic waterproof covers are most often used on sofas that do not have a folding mechanism.

Among the materials chosen for sewing waterproof covers, one can single out fabrics on an artificial and natural (most often cotton) basis. Among the most popular anti-vandal and waterproof types, it is worth noting a Teflon flock with a special impregnation. This material is almost impossible to spoil, it will withstand both spilled tea and leaks from neighbors upstairs.

Another popular fabric is microfiber or faux suede. The most reliable microfiber also receives Teflon impregnation, acquiring moisture resistance. In this case, a microfiber cover will easily decorate an expensive sofa or refine old upholstered furniture. This material is hypoallergenic, practical, does not fade in the sun and well prevents mechanical abrasion.

Velor and flock made from cotton, wool, artificial fabrics are also considered suitable materials for making covers.... Products made from them are not too expensive, hypoallergenic. Flock has excellent anti-vandal properties.

As a rule, waterproof covers have an expressive texture that allows you to give a piece of furniture an attractive and updated look. The color scheme is most often neutral: beige, white, black, gray, but custom-made covers can be obtained in almost any design. If you want to choose a smooth option, you should focus on the densest fabric with a high degree of thread adherence.

As for the decorative design, covers with a fluffy skirt along the bottom edge of the sofa are considered quite popular today. But such a frill suits only in addition to classic interiors or retro style. Modern capes and covers are almost always smooth, they tightly fit the surface of the frame, without creating additional volume.

When choosing a waterproof sofa cover, it is important to consider a number of nuances that will help you find the best solution.

• Design features... On a model of furniture without armrests, you can choose blankets with an elastic band around the perimeter. If you have armrests, overhead seat covers will help out.
• Fixing reliability. The easiest option is to attach with Velcro or elastic bands. There are also models with a zipper or a rubberized non-slip base.
• Expected degree of moisture contact... Accidentally spilled juice cannot be compared in scale with wet dogs or cats trained to the potty by children.
• Appearance... The color and texture of the protective coating must fully correspond to the general style in the design of the sofa or room.

Taking into account all these recommendations, it will not be difficult to find a suitable waterproof cover or sofa cover.

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