I finally found the perfect solution for my sad-looking couch! This dark gray stretch slipcover with the small checks pattern has honestly been a game-changer in my living room.
So, I had a bunch of size options to choose from – they make these for pretty much everything from chairs to oversized sofas. I went with the regular sofa size (fits sitting areas between 60-81 inches) after measuring mine. Definitely measure before you buy though! I almost ordered the wrong size, which would’ve been kind of a disaster.
The fabric feels way nicer than I expected – it’s this polyester-spandex blend (like 80-20 I think?) that’s super stretchy but still has this nice textured pattern. It’s actually pretty soft and comfortable to sit on, not like those stiff slipcovers my grandma used to have. Plus, it doesn’t seem to pill up or lose its shape like my last cheap cover did.
Dimension-wise, it fits my couch really well. The sitting area is about 70 inches across, and my couch has a normal depth (around 24 inches) and backrest height. The measurement guide in the pics was actually helpful for once!
To be fair, I mainly bought this to hide all the stains from my kids and my dog who thinks he owns the furniture. The dark gray color hides pretty much everything, and the fabric seems pretty resistant to new stains too. I spilled some coffee the other day and it wiped right off! The small checks pattern adds just enough interest without being too loud or busy.
Installation wasn’t bad at all – took me maybe 15 minutes by myself while also keeping an eye on my toddler. They include these foam anchor things that honestly make a huge difference in keeping it from sliding around. My last slipcover would bunch up every time someone sat down, which drove me crazy!
Taking care of it is simple enough – just toss it in the washing machine. I wash mine with cold water and hang it to dry, and it comes out looking good as new. I was worried the color might fade, but so far it’s holding up really well after a few washes.
Oh, and they have a good return policy too – 30 days no questions asked. I didn’t need to use it, but it’s nice to know it’s there.
What I really love is how versatile this thing is. My couch is a weird curved shape with T-cushions (not the easiest to cover), but this stretchy fabric actually makes it look custom-fitted. It’s definitely better than the IKEA cover I tried last year.
I’m actually thinking about getting another one for the loveseat in our guest room. It’s such an affordable way to make old furniture look presentable again! Way cheaper than buying a new couch, that’s for sure.
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Stretch Sofa Slipcover, 1-Piece, Dark Gray, Polyester Spandex, Small Checks
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