How to Fit Sofa Slipcovers
Protecting your sofa with a slipcover is the perfect way to keep it clean, especially if you have children or pets. If your sofa gets stained or covered in fur, all you have to do is throw it in the washing machine and it's as good as new. Slipcovers come in many different sizes, styles and colors, so you're sure to find one that matches your décor. It's important to measure your sofa before purchasing a slipcover to ensure a snug fit. Loose slipcovers can cause furniture to look sloppy. Does this Spark an idea?
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Things You'll Need
- Slipcover
- Wooden spoon
- Batting (optional)
- Non-skid carpet strips (optional)
- Old magazines (optional)
- Fabric pins (optional)
Instructions
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Identify the front and back of the slipcover. There will usually be a tag or sticker that marks the front, back and sides to ensure proper positioning of the slipcover.
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Place the slipcover over the sofa, stretching the bottom all the way to the ground. Concentrate on covering the center of the sofa first, and then bring the material out to the sides. Smooth the fabric around the back and sides of the sofa to help it conform to the proper shape.
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Tighten the slipcover so it fits snugly around the sofa, smoothing out the wrinkles. Slip any extra fabric under the cushions and use a wooden spoon to slide the fabric into the crevices of the sofa.
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Tips & Warnings
Cover extra skinny sofa arms in a layer of batting to ensure a better fit.
Use non-skid carpet strips to help the slipcover stay in place.
Place old, rolled up magazines into the crevices of your sofa to keep the material taught.
Use fabric pins to keep your slipcover from sliding around.
