The sofa is the main living room item in every home. For the longest use of a sofa, the choice is guided by design, color, comfort and quality. Sofa upholstery is vulnerable to damage and stains, especially if there are children and pets in the room.
To protect the sofa upholstery, a Euro-cover is selected. It allows you to protect furniture and fit it into interiors of any color. In this article you will learn how to choose a eurocover for a sofa.
Composition and features of Euro-cases
Euro covers are practical to use and have an elegant appearance. They can renew and preserve upholstered furniture, increasing its service life. Euro-covers are based on elastic fabric that fits upholstered furniture well. They do not slide off the surface of the furniture, leaving a pleasant feeling when used.
The covers are resistant to damage and dirt, they do not absorb dirt and are easy to wash. It is difficult to get a hold on the covers with sharp objects. The hypoallergenic and eco-friendly fabric of the cover does not cause irritation or discomfort.
Another feature of the Eurocase is that it does not change its size during use. This is very practical if the sofa is often unfolded and then assembled.
The disadvantage of using a Euro-cover is that it completely hides the furniture. Below is a photo of a Euro-cover for a sofa.
Advantages and disadvantages
Using evo covers for sofas allows you to extend the life of furniture items, preventing them from wear and tear and stains. Their main advantages include:
- wide range of models;
- large selection of designs and colors;
- versatility;
- ease of operation and maintenance;
- affordable price.
With the help of a Euro-cover, any sofa will be transformed for the better. These products are easy to put on (due to the integrity of the fabric) and do not require additional assembly.
A wide selection of products on the market allows you to choose a Euro-cover for any room interior. They fit harmoniously into bedrooms, living rooms, children's rooms, and kitchens. With their help, you can change a boring interior by diversifying it with a bright and contrasting sofa cover. When sewing them, hypoallergenic fabrics are used that do not cause allergic reactions in owners.
Purchased sofa cover:
- prevents stains and pet hair from appearing on furniture upholstery;
- will save upholstered furniture from the claws of pets;
- will update the interior, introducing bright and stylish notes into it;
- will disguise problem areas of a furniture item (hide stubborn old stains, dents, abrasions);
- will cover the joints of the sofa.
Some models of Euro sofa covers do not need to be removed when unfolding the furniture.
At the same time, despite a fairly large list of advantages, Euro-cases also have their disadvantages:
- cheap products do not have a long service life;
- careful selection of fabric material and color scheme to match other furniture items is necessary;
- the need to remove the cover every time you unfold the furniture (although there are universal models that cannot be removed, for example, models for books).
Euro sofa covers are not just covers, but functional products that give the furniture a neat and well-groomed appearance.
Selection of Eurocases
When choosing a cover, the width of the sofa's seating area is not taken into account. The size determines the number and length of seats, back length, armrest length, height from seat to floor, seat depth. When choosing a large cover, it is recommended to take into account the height of the sofa.
For a sofa without armrests, choose a Euro-cover with elastic bands, because it fits more tightly to the surface. This is a simple and economical option. A cover with ties is not very convenient, as the strings can come untied.
Euro-covers for corner sofas are divided into left-sided and right-sided models, in accordance with the side of the corner of the sofa. The length of the cover is selected according to the number of seats. Such covers reach up to 5 m in length.
Euro covers for Ikea sofas are selected only in Ikea stores.
By purchasing several types of European covers, you can change the design of the furniture. The cost of covers depends on the density of the fabric and its resistance to impact.
Materials and colors
Euro covers are valued for their quality, but the textiles themselves that are used to make them may differ (in texture, color, with artificial or natural fibers). The peculiarity of such capes is that the material does not lose its shape, is hypoallergenic, pleasant to the touch and airtight. It is important to combine the color scheme of the products and the style of the interior. Delicate tones are inappropriate for a high-tech room, but are perfect for Provence or country. Wine and rich colors are combined with minimalism, loft and modernism, for example, light green capes are too bright for most rooms, but they are quite suitable for Art Deco.
Classic interiors “welcome” stripes or small flowers, this softens the bulkiness of the decor. A range from bright green to blue (in combination with snow-white or purple) is suitable. Baroque looks good with dense fabrics that create the effect of expensive options, such as jacquard or chenille. Country suggests a natural palette: beige, shades of the sky, greenery. Modern goes well with microfiber.
High tech
Provence
Country
Minimalism
Loft
Modern
Art Deco
The highest quality European covers with increased density are made from jacquard and chenille. Microfiber has the greatest elasticity. If you want to focus on an unusual design, pleated or “Fantasy” options are preferable. Some fabrics are especially soft, first of all, we are talking about “plush” chenille, microfiber, and jersey.
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Features of materials used for manufacturing:
- Jacquard is a textile with a three-dimensional pattern that is created using a complex weave. Consists of cotton threads with the addition of synthetic fibers (polyester, elastane). Jacquard throws look like real upholstery. The material is scratch-resistant, elastic, and holds its shape well. Silver and gold threads are often woven into the fabric. The disadvantage of the material is its high cost; natural material is more expensive than synthetic material.
- Chenille - its surface is not smooth, but a little fluffy. The material is velvety and soft to the touch. Chenille composition: acrylic, polyester, cotton. The threads are closely intertwined, it is difficult to damage them and disrupt the structure. It is characterized by increased stability (thanks to acrylic and polyester) and can withstand significant loads. Features of chenille: bright colors, original pattern. This soft Euro slipcover fabric has a plush surface that adheres snugly to your furniture. Cons: snags appear quickly; need to be cleaned without using aggressive detergents.
- Pleated - a cover made from it is primarily distinguished by its unusual design (many models have decorative skirts along the lower edge). Suitable for country, ethno, fusion styles. The fabric is smooth, even, plain or with a small pattern. The pleated stretches well and is resistant to damage. The main disadvantage is difficult care.
- Microfiber is a fabric made of very fine fibers, dense and non-fading. It produces maximally stretchable capes, suitable for products of non-standard shape. It is highly durable, practical, and does not roll down. It does not create snags, and odors are not absorbed into the fabric. Some models have a pearlescent sheen. Cons: attracts dust and lint, is not cheap.
- Jersey is an elegant fabric with a soft, smooth texture. This is a stretch material (composed of polyester and elastane). The density of such furniture capes is average, sometimes it has antimicrobial impregnation. The material is easy to care for, hardly wrinkles, breathes well, drapes, and can be washed in a machine. The downside is the high cost.
- With kanekalon fibers - a fabric that prevents the spread of fire. It contains refractory kanekalon fibers. If sparks hit the surface, the material becomes charred and does not ignite. At the same time, it is valued for its environmental friendliness and waterproofness. The material does not absorb liquids, all drops linger on the surface and are easily removed. The disadvantage is that the cost of the fabric is higher than average.
Recently, Euro-cases “Fantasy”, made from various materials, have become popular. This is the name of the classic models that have a “skirt” on the lower edge of the product. A stretch cover of this type looks impressive. It is recommended for styles where smooth lines are acceptable, for example, Provence. Minus - not suitable for all interiors.
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Jacquard
Chenille
Pleated
Microfiber
Jersey
With kanekalon fibers
"Fantasy"
Conclusion
The upholstery of the sofa can only be cleaned with a brush and special chemicals, and some dirt eats into the surface and leaves an unpleasant odor. By purchasing a eurocover, you save money on furniture reupholstery and dry cleaning.
Caring for a Eurocover takes less effort. You don’t have to buy a new sofa, but just buy a Euro-cover and completely hide the piece of furniture. A cover on a soft sofa is the best solution to change the style of your interiors and experiment with furniture design.
