Sectional Slipcovers

Country Sofa Slipcovers

Country sofa slipcovers are a great way to dress up a tired couch.  Many people are looking for a way to incorporate their current furniture into their new décor.  Using slipcovers is a great way to do that, and save a lot of money in the process.

Here are some things to consider when choosing your country sofa slipcover.

When choosing it is important to consider the material that they are made from.  The heavier the material, the more durable it will be.  If you have pets or children a more durable cover, like denim or corduroy can take more abuse that will come its way.  It is also wise to look for one that is machine washable.  This is much more desirable than country sofa slipcovers that need to be dry cleaned simply because of the cost and convenience factor.  If it is only adults, or it is a room that is only lightly used, you can choose more delicate material.

Not all country sofa slipcovers will fit all couches.  Many styles do not lend themselves well to being slipcovered.  Classic couch styles, however, will lend themselves best to a wide variety of these slipcovers.  If your couch is longer than typical sofas, make sure you choose slipcovers that are made for extra long sofas.  It is very disappointing to find the perfect slipcover only to get it home and discover that your sofa is too long. 

Before looking for country sofa slipcovers, it is important to identify whether you have box cushion style sofa or a t- cushion.  Most slipcovers are designed for box cushions, so if you have a t-cushion make sure your choice is designed for this.  It is very frustrating to try and get a box cushion style slipcover onto a t-cushion style sofa. 

Classic fit country sofa slipcovers are loose material that is draped over your sofa.  Most of these slipcovers have positioning stickers so that you can get it in the right place.  You will need to tuck it in and make sure that the hem is even with the floor.  After you have tucked it all in according to the directions, you will secure the ties and finish the classic look.

There are also stretch or form fit country sofa slipcovers.  These fit almost like a glove and have elastic seams for a snug fit.  This type of slipcovers have positioning stickers where you will pull it down to the bottom of your sofa so that the fabric is smooth, while adjusting the fabric over the arms of the sofa.  Then, tuck the extra fabric into the seams of the couch, readjust the bottom seam, and you are done.

Using country sofa slipcovers to transform your sofa is a great design idea.  Not only is it significantly less expensive than purchasing a new sofa, but you have many more pattern options.  Another plus is that when you are tired of the pattern, you can easily change it by choosing a different one all together.  Country sofa slipcovers are a wonderful way to spice up your room and offer a great saving as opposed to buying new furniture.