A sofa is the main living room item in every home. For the longest use of the sofa, the choice is guided by design, color, comfort and quality. The upholstery is vulnerable to damage and stains, especially if there are children and pets in the room.
To protect the upholstery of the sofa, a Eurocover is selected. It allows you to protect furniture and fit it into the interiors of any color. In this article you will learn how to choose a euro cover on a sofa.
Summary of the article:
Composition and features of euro covers
Euro covers are practical in operation and have an elegant appearance. They can update and save upholstered furniture, increasing the period of its use. At the heart of euro covers is an elastic fabric that fits well upholstered furniture. They do not slide off the surface of the furniture, leaving a pleasant feeling when used.
Covers are resistant to damage and pollution, they do not absorb dirt and are easy to wash. On covers it is difficult to make a hook with sharp objects. The hypoallergenic and eco-friendly fabric of the cover does not cause irritation or discomfort.
Another feature of the euro-case is that it does not change its size during operation. This is very practical if the sofa is often laid out and then assembled.
The disadvantage of using the euro cover is that it completely hides the furniture. Below is a photo of the euro cover on the sofa.
Material and color
Euro covers can be smooth and embossed. Relief euro covers do not fade. All materials of euro covers are similar to sofas and can be completely invisible, representing a normal upholstery.
Microfiber. This material is chosen by those who are closer to beauty and quality. Microfiber makes furniture more luxurious, stretches very well and fits tightly on the surface of any sofa.
Plisse. It is a relief, rough and beautiful fabric. It looks great with upholstered furniture, reliably saves the upholstery of the sofa from damage. A simple option, so it's inexpensive.
Shinil. It features a slightly fluffy and soft surface with interspersed soft threads. The pile of fabric repels dirt and softens bumps.
Jacquard. The fibers of this material are closely intertwined, hence it is difficult to damage it. Jacquard is distinguished by interwoven threads of precious metals that give the furniture originality.
Polyester. This is an unnatural material of medium quality, but able to serve for a long time in the absence of mechanical stress. It is vulnerable to pets.
Faux leather. Represents a combination of synthetic fibers and genuine leather. This is the best protection for upholstered furniture. It is used in offices and waiting rooms.
The assortment of euro covers is presented in different colors. If you are planning a relocation, then the cover can be replaced, according to the color concept of the interior of another room.
To make the interior more diverse, choose a bright euro-case of red or green color. These colors accentuate furniture, highlighting it in the interior.
There are variants of euro covers with printed prints of abstract drawings. The Euro-case of bright colors with images of animals will be irreplaceably attractive and will protect the sofa in the child’s room.
The choice of euro covers
When choosing a cover, the width of the seating area of the sofa is not taken into account. The size determines the number and length of seats, the length of the backrest, the length of the armrest, the height from the seat to the floor, the depth of the seat. When choosing a large cover, it is recommended to consider the height of the sofa.
On a sofa without armrests, the euro cover is selected with elastic bands, because it sits more densely on the surface. This is a simple and economical option. A case with ties is not very convenient, since the ropes can be untied.
Euro covers of corner sofas are divided into left-side and right-side 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 in length reach up to 5 m.
Euro covers for Ikea sofas are selected only in Ikea stores.
By purchasing several types of euro covers, you can change the design of furniture. The cost of covers depends on the density of the fabric and its resistance to influences.
Eurocovers: use and care
The cover is easy to put on, stretching on the surface of the sofa, and then pulling on the left and right sides. For the cover to sit quickly and evenly, pull it together. When unfolding the sofa, the cover stretches perfectly and does not need to be removed.
A stained case can be easily removed and washed by hand washing or in a washing machine. Before washing:
- turn the cover inside out,
- do not add bleach,
- select a delicate wash mode,
- wash separately from other things.
The cover does not need to be ironed after washing. It will cure on upholstered furniture.
Output
The sofa upholstery can only be cleaned with a brush and special chemicals, and some contaminants eat into the surface and leave an unpleasant odor. By purchasing a Euro cover, you save money on hauling furniture and dry cleaning.
Caring for a Eurocover takes less effort. You can not buy a new sofa, but buy only a euro cover and completely hide the piece of furniture. A soft sofa cover is the best solution to change the style of your interiors and experiment with furniture design.
Features
Euro covers are distinguished by the fact that they have a very aesthetic appearance and serve as a wonderful decoration for any sofa. With their help, you can protect a new sofa or decorate an old one, hiding all scuffs. Using this product can significantly extend the life of any upholstered furniture.
Euro covers are distinguished by the fact that they are universal, because they can be worn on furniture of absolutely any shape, whether it is a long and wide sofa or a corner model. A feature of such a cover is that it is made of a special elastic fabric that is easy to stretch and perfectly fits upholstered furniture of any shape.
Such covers are also resistant to various contaminants and damage, they are easily erased, do not absorb dirt. In addition, it is quite difficult to leave a clue on such a case, so they do not care for the claws of pets.
Euro-case has one feature: he keeps himself very tight and does not slip, so he always has only pleasant sensations. If you stain such a universal cover, it can be easily removed from the sofa and removed in the typewriter or by hand. You won’t be able to clean the sofa upholstery - some spots are eaten into it and remain for a long time. The euro-case does not need to be ironed, it itself is straightened out on upholstered furniture, therefore care for it takes a minimum of time and effort.
Such a cover is very easy to put on any sofa, it does not have to be pulled for a long time and hard, and one person can handle it. It is not at all necessary to wear it together from different angles. This is due to the elasticity of the tissues. The big advantage of such covers is that they are made of beautiful fabrics and have a very interesting design, so such a product can look very luxurious. With the help of such a thing, it is interesting to diversify the interior design of any room. This product is able to attract attention to the sofa and make it a central part of the interior.
Such universal covers can be smooth or embossed. A wide variety of such products is presented in stores, so they can be selected for every taste. The only drawback of using the euro cover is that in this way you will completely hide the sofa itself. But then you can permanently preserve its appearance. When you get tired of the cover or want to replace it, you can remove this product at any time. The cost of such covers varies depending on how resistant they are to external factors, how dense they are.
A feature of the relief euro covers is that they do not fade at all, and after washing they do not need to be ironed.
Typically, these covers last a very long time, so you can not worry about your sofa getting dirty for several years. A sofa cover is an excellent solution for those who decide to change the style of their interior. You can not buy a new sofa, but just buy a euro cover to hide the whole piece of furniture. So you can interestingly experiment and periodically boldly change the appearance of the sofa.
Euro cover is quite easy to use, and it does not interfere with the operation of the sofa. If you want to spread out the sofa, then for this it is not necessary to remove such a cover, because it is perfectly stretched and does not interfere during this process. An important feature of the euro cover is that it does not stretch over time, especially if you use it on an unfolded sofa, and then collect it. These factors will not affect the appearance of the universal case. Having once purchased a Euro cover, you can save on furniture hauling, as well as dry cleaning.
Moreover, you can buy several varieties of such products and change them whenever you want. So you can make the design of the sofa more interesting. Such a cover fits the furniture tightly due to the fact that it has various rubber bands and ties, so it sits well on any sofa. The likelihood that you will lose with the size and buy the wrong model is very small.
Materials and colors
All euro covers are divided into different types - depending on what material they are made of. Such things are made from completely environmentally friendly and hypoallergenic tissues that do not cause irritation or discomfort. They are very pleasant and cause only good feelings. It should be noted that for the manufacture of such universal covers, manufacturers use only lightweight and durable fabrics. Microfiber covers are very popular. Such products stretch very well and fit perfectly on any sofa.
Pleated covers are very famous. This is a very beautiful and embossed fabric that looks great on any upholstered furniture. Pleated is a rather coarse fabric, so it perfectly protects the upholstery from damage.
Often manufacturers use chenille, it differs in that it has not a smooth surface, but a little fluffy. This is due to the fact that fibers of soft loose threads are woven into it. Jacquard is very popular. Covers from this material are distinguished by the fact that they are very durable, the fibers are closely woven together, so it is very difficult to damage and disrupt the weaving.
Jacquard is very resistant to damage, so it is very popular among buyers. Jacquard attracts many by the fact that it is distinguished by the interweaving of silver and gold threads, which can attract attention to the case. Such a sofa or other upholstered furniture with a jacquard eurocover will look unusual and original. All of these materials in themselves resemble a sofa cover, so they are great protective options. In some cases, euro covers are invisible on sofas and armchairs - it seems as if it is ordinary upholstery.
The cheaper material is polyester, it is less quality and not at all natural, but it can last a long time if there is no strong mechanical impact. If you have pets at home, then a polyester euro cover is not for you, as they can easily ruin it.
Some prefer to protect their upholstered furniture as much as possible, acquiring eco-leather eco-covers for this. This material is a mixture of natural leather and artificial fibers made under the influence of high temperatures. It is highly durable, so it is very difficult to spoil or stain it.
It is quite easy to look after ecoskin, it can only be wiped with a damp cloth. Very many get such covers for sofas in the event that they are very often used. Most often, eco-leather cover is worn on sofas in offices or in waiting rooms.
Euro covers also vary in color. It can be monophonic options or bright and provocative fashion covers. Typically, the color of the eurocover is selected depending on the design of the room. To diversify the interior, you can choose a very bright plain cover - for example, red, green, lime or orange. Such a euro cover will become a bright spot and will draw attention to any upholstered furniture, but it is more suitable for modern interior designs.
If you prefer classics, it is better to give preference to more calm shades.
Of the light ones, beige, sand, light peach, white, light brown, and also gray shades are very popular. As for dark covers, dark green, maroon, brown, dark violet and black variants most often get. Solid black and white version is more suitable for the business design of upholstered furniture. You can buy a very beautiful red euro-case, which will look luxurious on any furniture.
There are not only monophonic, but also quite bright options for universal covers with prints. This can be a flower, striped, checkered or polka-dot coating, as well as euro covers with abstract patterns. For a children's room, they usually pick up options decorated with images of animals, toys, as well as cartoon characters. A bright euro-case will become an indispensable thing in any children's room, it will protect furniture from children and brightly diversify the room.
Dimensions
Usually, choosing a cover for a sofa or chair is a rather complicated process, because you need to measure everything, and the results should be as accurate as possible so that the coating looks good. It’s much easier to choose a universal euro cover, because it is suitable for absolutely any form of sofa - despite the protrusions, corners, armrests or the height of the back. The size of the cover will depend only on the length of the sofa, and the back or the width of the seat does not matter when choosing. For a 2-seater sofa, any cover with parameters from 120 to 160 cm is perfect.
Large options will have any 3-seater sofa.
As a rule, covers ranging in size from 160 to 250 cm are perfect for this option. Moreover, it is not at all necessary to know what specific length is on your sofa, it is enough to determine approximate indicators. You can even make such a purchase by eye without taking all measurements.
A little different measure corner sofas. Typically, such cases have a length of about 3-5 m, so they are also not very difficult to choose, because many models are universal. You don’t even need to know how long your sofa is. It will be enough to imagine how many people can fit on it - this way you can easily choose the appropriate length of the euro cover.
How to wear?
Putting a euro cover on the sofa can be very simple, but in order to do it right, you must follow the instructions. It is sometimes difficult to put on a euro cover, as it can be a little tight or tight. Most often, problems arise with corner sofas, and it is also sometimes difficult to pull such a cover over a sofa with an ottoman, with an ottoman. In this case, the versatility of the cover undoubtedly saves, but it is much easier to put such a cover on a straight sofa without armrests than on a product with sides or corner models of upholstered furniture.
First you need to prepare the sofa for pulling the cover. First move its walls, if it is located along it, since you must get access to all sides of such upholstered furniture.Then it is necessary to spread the euro cover on the floor of the entire length of the sofa, you need to try to take into account its shape and angles.
Then you need to read the instructions. Most often, manufacturers themselves advise putting on a cover not from the side, but from above, gradually pulling it down, but you can start from either side. The main thing is to pull the necessary part of the cover on the suitable side of the sofa.
Having put on a cover, it is necessary to accurately straighten it, stretch it. So you provide maximum fit to the surface of the sofa or other upholstered furniture. The euro cover will independently take the form of such an interior item. Usually on the sides, as well as from below and from above, the cover is fixed with rubber bands, but the middle part of the sofa most often remains taut.
The Euro-case sometimes does not repeat all the bends, as a result of which bubbles appear.
To fix this, you need to use gaskets that are inserted between the back and the seat, as well as between the sides and the seat. Such gaskets usually come with a euro cover, so they are perfect for its specific size. You need to wear a euro cover on upholstered furniture very carefully, without rushing. In this case, you will get a smoothly and correctly stretched euro cover that fits perfectly on any upholstered furniture in the house.
How to do it yourself?
To properly sew a suitable euro cover on the sofa, you must follow the step by step instructions. The sewing process itself is easy, but the main thing in it is the correct determination of the right amount of fabric, as well as the creation of a suitable pattern. When sewing a euro cover at home, you must always consider what type of sofa you have. The easiest way is to sew a euro cover on a model without armrests. You can sew the cover on the sofa accordion:
- First you need to determine the size of the seat of the sofa, for which you have to measure its length and width. And you need to add about 10 cm from all sides. If there is no suitable piece of fabric in size, you need to purchase several small ones, and then carefully sew them together. And you need to calculate so that the seams fall on the bends of the sofa.
- When you get a whole piece of future Eurocover, you will need to fold it in half (in width). Then you need to step back a little from the corner (about a centimeter) and cut out the squares on both sides. So you get the cut out internal corners along the edges of the future euro-case (on each side).
- After that it is necessary to stitch together those placeswhere you cut out the squares, it is better to back off 5 mm or 1 cm. Then you need to go to the sewing on the elastic. It is best to give preference to a wide elastic band, and you need to sew on it, going about 10 cm on each side - in length.
If it seems to you that such a cover will not fit the furniture too well (especially when it comes to the bends of the sofa between the seat and back), sew on the inside the strings that can later be pulled and tied together.
If you have a sofa with armrests, you need to close the eurocover and them. To do this, you need to sew a large one-piece cover that will fit all surfaces of the sofa, including the seat, backs and armrests. He can even close the legs of the sofa, and it will not need to be removed when unfolding. To determine how much fabric you need on such a cover, you need to measure all sides of the sofa and increase the length and width by 2. Moreover, it is better to measure it with a flexible centimeter, since you can find out the exact length of the cover by going to the upper fold of the back and all other surfaces .
If you want to hide the legs or wheels of the sofa, measure the length to the floor. If you want a shorter version of the euro cover, you need to measure it to the edge of the seat. As a result, all measurements should add up to six different indicators, which combine the dimensions of the six planes of the sofa.
If you use colored fabric for the eurocover, be sure to consider the direction of the pattern and its seaming at the seams. If this is your first time making a Eurocover at home, it is best to start with monochrome fabrics, as this will greatly simplify your task. It is most difficult to sew an euro-case from striped fabric, since a strip is the most expensive option. It can only be used for sewing in one direction.
So, all six rectangles will have certain indicators. Both length and width should be increased by about 7 cm, which will subsequently go to the seams. The easiest way is to first make patterns from special sewing paper, pin them to the fabric and cut out the necessary pieces. Do not rush to cut, it is better to bast or pin patterns to the fabric, so that you do not suddenly make a mistake and do not spoil the material. Then all the components of the sofa must be neatly connected with a basting seam, which must be laid with pins, and then with threads.
After removing the pins, you need to attach the cover to the sofa and check how it fits. After this, it is necessary to flash all the seams on a typewriter - along the outlined contours. Moreover, the machine seam should be approximately 2 cm from the original trial. After that, it is necessary to unscrew the cover from the inside to the front side and put it on the sofa. Such a cover will still not be entirely ideal; it needs to be adjusted to specific bends and sofa parameters.
First you need to note where it needs to be sutured a little.
To do this, it is better to use a piece of soap or chalk. Then again remove the cover from the sofa and sew in the right places on the sewing machine. Having done all the seams, try to remove the excess fabric as much as possible, while processing the edges so that it does not bloom. After that, a euro-case made independently at home will be ready. You can put it on the sofa and enjoy a hand-made product.
How to choose?
Choosing a cover, it is important to correctly measure the furniture on which you are going to put on such a cover. Although for this it’s enough just to know the number of seats for which the sofa is designed, but you can still miss a little with the length and width of the euro cover. As a result, he can sit on upholstered furniture poorly and become too tight (or too loose).
Having decided on the size, you need to decide what material you need. If you want a beautiful and high-quality euro cover, give preference to the option of microfiber, since such a coating looks very luxurious. A pleated option is a pleated, so such covers are cheaper, but they perfectly protect the upholstery from sharp claws of pets.
Try to pay attention to value for money. Too cheap models can quickly stretch and eventually lose their color, aesthetic appearance. Try to buy the most wear-resistant options so that they last you as long as possible.
When choosing, be sure to consider the shape of the sofa. Wide models are more suitable for a sofa with a ledge or with a skirt. If you are afraid to miss, it is better to choose a euro cover with an elastic band, since it will be more tightly fixed and will sit perfectly on any furniture. There are also cases with ties, but they are less convenient because the ropes are capable of untying. They do not contribute to a tight fit of furniture, so a cover with an elastic band is the most successful option.
If you have a corner sofa, and you want to buy a euro cover for it, when making a purchase, pay attention to the fact that a specific cover is designed for a right-side or left-side corner model. They vary depending on which side the corner of the sofa is on.
When choosing a cover, keep in mind that it must match the interior design of the room in which the sofa or other upholstered furniture will be located. You should take into account the fact that such a cover usually lasts more than one year, so you need to try to acquire the most versatile models. Ideal options - monophonic or calm design covers. The main thing is that such a thing harmoniously fit into the interior and decorate it.
The reviews confirm that the main thing when choosing a universal cover is to decide on the size and appearance. Then you can easily choose your favorite product. Buyers write that the stores offer a wide range of such products, and there are cheaper and more expensive models.
All buyers write that high-quality microfiber, binocular or jacquard covers serve for a very long time and perfectly protect furniture. When choosing, buyers still recommend taking into account the height of the sofa, since an oversized cover can be collected on the back.
Buyers write that it is best to purchase euro-covers with elastic, since they can be tightened most tightly - and thereby ensure maximum fit to a sofa or other upholstered furniture.
All buyers in the reviews say that the euro cover is an indispensable thing that can save a sofa from any external influences.
Consumers say they replace universal cases once every two to three years, and some even after five years. After this time, they notice that the sofa has not ceased to be beautiful, its upholstery has not worn out. All buyers write that replacing the euro cover is much better than replacing the upholstery on the couch. This is a simpler process, it is very easy to carry out such a replacement of a euro cover at home, without resorting to the help of a master for this. It is quite difficult to replace the upholstery yourself.
We can draw a definite conclusion. The choice of the most suitable cover for the sofa should be approached as seriously as possible. Only in this case you will receive a product that can be called the best in a particular situation. You will not be disappointed, and a high-quality product will please you as long as possible!
