Choosing Furniture Slipcovers
Furniture slipcovers can transform your couch, dining room chairs, chaise, armchair, ottoman, or that great second-hand piece of furniture into something fresh and new in a matter of minutes.
There are several styles and types of slipcovers on the market today including ready made slipcovers, semi-custom slipcovers, and custom slipcovers. Which one is right for you and your lifestyle?
The good news is that there are furniture slipcovers to match your lifestyle and home decor preferences.
The reasons people choose to invest in a slipcover vary. Perhaps you now have children or pets in the home and want to protect your brand new
furniture. Or, maybe you found a solidly constructed couch or ottoman in excellent condition at a garage sale, but the print is not one you
would have chosen for your home.
A slipcover can be the answer for many homeowners who want to change up their decor with the changing seasons.
Custom Slipcovers
Custom slipcovers are going to be the most expensive option, but they're literally guaranteed to fit perfectly. You'll want a professional to measure your furniture item to ensure a proper fit. A custom slipcover will fit any piece and style of furniture since it is custom made for your furniture piece. Once you've heard the quote for the labor and the fabric yardage, you may want to consider semi-custom slipcovers or a ready made slipcover instead. Sometimes, the price of a custom slipcover can equal the cost of purchasing a new piece of furniture.Semi Custom Slipcovers
A slipcover company, using the measurements you provide, creates semi-custom slipcovers for most standard size furniture. Simplistic furniture styles respond well to this type of slipcover. This style of slipcover costs less than a custom slipcover, but more than a ready made one.Ready Made Slpcovers
Ready made slipcovers are the most economical choice when it comes to slipcovers. These styles can turn any furniture piece into something completely new in minutes. A ready made slipcover is a great choice for rental properties, kids' rooms, college apartments, a home theatre, or the remodeled basement.More Types Of Furniture Slipcovers
Your lifestyle will help you determine the type of fabric you'll want to use for your furniture slipcovers.
- Choose a washable fabric such as cotton, denim, or corduroy if you have children, pets, or frequent dinner parties.
- A chintz, chenille, faux leather, damask, or faux suede are ideal fabrics for those rooms with less traffic.
- Velvet slipcovers are an excellent choice for a master bedroom or sitting room (with no children or pets allowed).
- Slipcover styles vary as well. Choose from a ruffled slipcover for a more delicate and feminine decor.
- If you prefer a more contemporary and clean appearance, choose a straight-skirted slipcover with four corner ties.
- Stretch slipcovers mold immediately to your furniture piece and are an easy and quick solution for any furniture piece.
Keep in mind that neutral shades are probably best unless you feel completely comfortable using a printed or striped slipcover. Neutral colors allow you to have greater freedom with prints and patterns in throw pillows and other fabric accents in the room.
The best way to choose furniture slipcovers is to consider your lifestyle, home decor preferences, and your budget. Once you've made those decisions, the right slipcover for your home will be easy to find.
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