How to choose a cover for a corner sofa?

Sometimes you want to update upholstered furniture, but there is no way to buy a new sofa. In this case, a cover will come to the rescue. Replacing textiles, you can turn the subject into a completely new element of the interior. You can choose any material and color. At the same time, it is not necessary to disassemble the structure, as in the case of a constriction.

A removable cover-cloak is also useful if you want to protect expensive upholstery from the claws of pets. This solution will appeal to those who carefully monitor the cleanliness. At any time, textiles can be removed and washed in a typewriter. This article will tell you about what are sofa covers, as well as how to choose an option for non-standard furniture models - corner sofas.

There are several models of removable covers.

Such products are suitable for any models of corner sofas. Your furniture can be modern or outdated, have a rounded shape or a strict shape with straight lines. The product may be left- or right-handed. The presence or absence of armrests also does not matter.

European are called stretch fabric products that take the form of furniture due to the elastic fabric. As a rule, these are dimensionless models with an elastic band. The color scheme is varied. Fabrics are also different. These are soft plush and waterproof wear-resistant materials.

So, the advantages of euro covers are obvious.

• Versatility. Stretchable items can be used for any sofas, including models with a shelf in the corner. You can not be afraid that the cloak will not fit the furniture in size or shape. The main thing is to know the approximate dimensions of the sofa.
• Ease of use. Anyone can put such a cover on furniture. No special skills required.
• Practicality. Typically, such products are made from fabrics that are resistant to abrasion, dirt, moisture, mechanical stress (for example, the claws of pets). They serve for several years. Wash the fabric cover is easy. In a compressed form, the product fits freely in a medium-sized washing machine. Ironing eurocovers is not required. After drying, they already have a decent look.

As for the shortcomings, he is only one. Even the most beautiful case can not be compared with a professional hauling furniture. The product can give a fresh look to a shabby sofa, hide spots on the upholstery, change color. However, if the furniture has original handles, the owners will not be able to admire them, since the cloak will completely hide them.

Such models also usually completely cover the sofa. On the protruding parts they are fixed with an elastic band. However, as a rule, products of this type are made of inelastic fabrics. Therefore, when buying, it is important to specify the size of the model. Only with full compliance will the fabric lie well on the sofa and freeze tightly, and also will not be folded.

Sometimes gum is replaced with decorative elements. Ribbons or ribbons can act in their quality. Often, modern models are zipped. Such options are very convenient. The fastener is completely invisible.

Such products may be various solutions. It could be a set of several parts that together cover the entire sofa. Also on sale are products covering only the seat. Such a solution can be convenient if the furniture owner wants to save money or simply protect one seat from wear and stains. The advantages of such models are the convenience of washing. Separately, they take up very little space and can even fit in a small-sized washing machine.

Most often, several types of fabrics are used to make covers. Consider each option in more detail.

• Velours. It is a fleecy, pleasant to the touch fabric. She looks great, but wipes slightly over time. In addition, the material attracts small debris, dust and pet hair. Therefore, you will have to wash such a cover often.

• Flock. It is a soft but dense material. It is quite durable, durable, does not fade, easy to care for. If Teflon is added to the fabric during production, it also becomes resistant to mechanical stress and stains.

• Shenill Another velvety material with softness and wear resistance. It is hypoallergenic, does not fade, does not wipe, and for a long time preserves the richness of color. The only caveat - the fabric is prone to puffs, so if there are clawed pets in the house, it is better to give preference to another option.

• Microfiber. This is a synthetic fabric that is often used when sewing euro models. It is quite durable, easily cleaned of impurities, looks good, does not deform, and does not fade. The disadvantages include the tendency to attract dust and debris.

• Jacquard. This is a durable material that retains its shape and color for a long time. Jacquard cover is a solid product with a magnificent appearance. True, you can rarely find such models on sale.

• Knitwear. A mixture of cotton and polyester is a fairly common option used to create dimensionless covers. Such options are relatively inexpensive and very popular.

• Polyester. It is an elastic fabric with a pleasant appearance. Charming covers with "skirts" are often sewn from it. Unfortunately, the wear resistance of the material is not very high.

Euro covers are variable in terms of size. Due to the fact that the fabric stretches, the same product can fit furniture of different sizes. However, there are still borders. For example, large items are suitable for corner sofas ranging in size from 300 to 490 cm (including armrests). If desired, you can find a larger and more compact version.

Some manufacturers indicate the exact parameters. For example, a product can be designed for a sofa with an armrest height of 30-40 cm, a seat width of 210-250 cm and 140-180 cm (long and short sides, respectively) and a seat depth of 70-85 cm. If the fabric does not stretch at all, the parameters are even more specific.

The appearance of the cover should match the interior of the room. Only in this case you will get a harmoniously designed space. When choosing a color, several points should be considered.

• Practicality. If the house has small children and pets, it is better to give preference to non-marking shades (gray, coffee with milk, powdery, "dusty rose", dusty blue, etc.).
• The size of the room. Light colors visually increase the space, create a feeling of spaciousness. Even bulky furniture with such upholstery seems lighter and more airy.
• Personal preferences. Bright tones energize and neutral tones calm. Warm shades create a feeling of home comfort, while cold shades are associated with freshness.
• The color scheme of the room (decoration and other interior items). In a neutrally decorated room, a colored sofa can be a spectacular design element. If the room is already full of colors, it is better to choose a cover of calm tone. It is worth considering the warmth of shades, so that the updated sofa does not seem superfluous.

Consider the most popular colors in more detail.

• White is not the most practical color. However, such products look luxuriously on any background. Whiteness fits into any style of interior and makes even the simplest case visually expensive and effective.

• Beige is a universal option. If you have doubts about the choice of color, it is better not to stop it. Furniture in this design will never get bored.

• Chocolate - “Tasty” shade that looks good in combination with beige and milky tones. You should not choose such a cover if the room is decorated in dark colors. In this case, the furniture will seem bleak.

• Dusted pink - a shade on the verge of pink and purple. Usually women choose him. Such products look unobtrusively, but romantic and gentle.

• Grey - A neutral option, suitable for lovers of cold tones. Such a sofa will look good against the background of light walls. You can revive furniture with such a cover with colored pillows.

• Blue and blue fit well into spacious rooms with minimal furniture. Of course, the rest should also have cool tones.

Specialists do not recommend buying cases of bright colors (orange, red, yellow, turquoise). Such shades look spectacular, but they irritate the human psyche.

Black, burgundy and purple colors are depressing for many. Although in this case, everything is individual. To some people, these shades seem quite attractive.

Green tones are considered successful for the design of residential premises. They calm, create associations with nature. However, fitting them into the interior can be quite difficult. Designers advise giving preference to soft shades (olive, pistachio, dark emerald). As for the juicy color of young grass, it is very specific and not too suitable for upholstered furniture.

A few words are worth mentioning about prints. On sale you can find both plain covers and beautiful multi-colored models (with flowers, stripes, geometric patterns, etc.). When choosing between a case of the same color and a model with a print, you should focus on the environment of the room. A colorful product is worth buying only if there are no contrasts and patterns in the decoration of the room (for example, on wallpaper). Otherwise, you can get a tasteless, eye-irritating interior. One-color models are always appropriate. Even if in this design the sofa seems boring to you, you can always decorate it with interesting accessories.

As for the styles of sofa covers, they are also different. There are concise models without decor. These options are great for decorating modern living rooms. No less popular are charming models with ruffles starting from the armrests. A sofa in such a cover will look good in a classic interior, as well as in the Provence style. This is especially true for products with small or large colors.

There are several varieties of corner sofas, and for each of them you can choose the right cover.

For such models, universal elastic products with elastic are usually bought.

Such furniture is also easily decorated with stretch euro covers.

Such products require a special approach. Most often, special models are bought for them (single or composite). It is important to consider not only the dimensions of the sofa, but also that the protruding part is on the right or left.

It is better to put on an accessory together. So it will be easier to pull it on furniture, especially bulky furniture. In this case, it is advisable to avoid distortions so that the fabric lies correctly.

Below is a detailed guide to pulling the cover onto the corner sofa.

1. Move the furniture away from the wall. This will facilitate the task, as it will provide you with free access to all parts of the sofa.
2. Take out the fabric from packaging.
3. Lay the fabric down on the couch. Spread it out, having decided how exactly it will be located on the furniture.
4. Put the product on the back of the sofa. Fix the fabric on one of the armrests (if any) and straighten it.
5. Close with a cloth the back of the sofa.
6. Put on a cover on the other armrest.
7. Fill the seams tissue into the gap between the armrests, the back and the seat.
8. Pull up product, covering all elements of furniture.
9. Securely lock the cover. Depending on the model, tapes can be used for fixing, which are passed under the furniture, elastic bands, zippers.
10. At the bend of the sofa, place the seal that came with the kit. This will allow the cover to remain in place even if there is a troubled child in the seat. It also saves you the trouble of constantly adjusting the fabric when getting up from the couch.
11. Smooth wrinkles on the material.. The seams should match the edges of the furniture.

If the sofa has a shelf in the central part, before putting on the cover, it is removed and then installed in place. If the sofa does not have armrests, you can start pulling the canvas from the center to the edges. In this case, you can’t do without an assistant.

In conclusion, it is worth giving some recommendations to those who decided to update their corner sofa with a cover.

• Before the purchase be sure to measure furniture, regardless of what type of model you plan to purchase. In this case, the product ideally "sits" on the furniture.
• Choosing the type of fabric and color, focus on the situation in the room, wall decoration, the conditions in which the sofa will be used. The issues of practicality of some shades and the possibility of harmoniously fitting them into the interior have already been discussed.
• In order for the cover to serve for a long time and remain attractive, you need to take care of it. When buying, you should study the product care instructions that came with the case. If machine washable, you should regularly clean the fabric at home. It is recommended to wash products at low temperatures and low speeds. If the label is “dry clean only”, do not experiment. It is possible that under the influence of moisture the fabric sits, sheds or deforms. In this case, it is better to remove the product and put it into dry cleaning as it becomes dirty.

See how to choose and put a cover on a corner sofa in the next video.