Loose Covers for Chairs and Sofas
At Designer Workshop we are experts in creating loose covers for sofas and chairs that will fit your furniture perfectly and compliment any piece. Our experienced craftsmen understand patterns, measurements and sewing and will help you choose the right fabric to create your perfect piece.
Why you should invest in loose covers
Loose covers are put over your existing upholstery and give your furniture a whole new look. The covers can be easily removed for cleaning or changing to a new loose cover. They can be switched out as and when desired, whether that’s seasonally or to fit in with a newly decorated room.
Loose covers can also extend the life of your sofa by years because they can be cleaned and changed time after time to suit your style without needing to purchase new items, making loose covers an environmentally friendly and money saving solution to purchasing new furniture.
Loose Covers vs Fixed Upholstery
The way in which the fabric is applied and secured to an item of furniture is the main difference between loose covers and fixed upholstery. Fix upholstery means that the fabric is permanently fixed to the sofa or chair whereas loose covers are removable fabric casings. When it comes to choosing between fixed upholstery or loose covers, it will depends on personal preferences, lifestyles and aesthetics.
Loose Covers
Removable Fabric: Loose covers are fabric casings that are designed to fit over the sofa’s existing upholstery.
Easy to Clean: They can be easily removed for cleaning or changing, making them convenient for households with pets or children.
Get Creative: Loose covers offer versatility in style and can be changed seasonally or as desired.
A Relaxed Fit: Compared to fixed upholstery, loose covers may have a more relaxed or casual appearance, as they are not tightly fitted to the sofa’s shape.
Better Protection: They provide a layer of protection against spills, stains, and wear on the original upholstery.
Fixed Upholstery
Permanent Attachment: With fixed upholstery, the fabric is directly attached or upholstered onto the sofa’s frame.
The Perfect Fit: The upholstery is custom-fitted to the sofa’s frame, providing a snug and tailored look.
No Removability: The fabric is not intended to be removed or changed easily. It is typically stapled, glued, or stitched onto the sofa’s structure.
Better Durability: Fixed upholstery is generally more durable and can withstand regular use without shifting or wrinkling.
Requires More Elbow Grease: As the fabric is fixed to the furniture, it’s not as easy to slip into the washing machine and may require a professional clean to bring it back to life.
How much do loose covers cost?
The cost of loose covers for sofas and chairs will be dependent on a variety of factors such as:
Size of the item
Loose covers for chairs may be cheaper than loose covers for sofas because the size will be smaller, require less fabric, etc.
Design Complexity
Furniture comes in all shapes and sizes, and some items with more intricate shapes, curves and detailing may be more difficult than others and require planning and more advance sewing techniques.
Fabric Choice
Some fabrics like jersey or spandex blends are more difficult to sew neatly compared to other fabrics like cotton or linen so the type of fabric you choose can impact the difficulty and cost of the piece.
Detailing and Finishing
You may want to add some detailing like pleats or features such as piping or zippers, these can increase the complexity of a project.
Contact us
Want to add a touch of personalisation to your upholstery with loose covers? Contact our team today!
Handcrafted by Designer Workshop
Nottingham based upholsterers, Designer Workshop opened it’s doors in January 2014. It has since built up an enviable reputation for the high quality of furniture it crafts, as well as the superlative re-upholstery service it offers. Having started with a small number of high end retailers, Designer Workshop has expanded and now works with antique dealers, carrying out extensive furniture restoration – particularly to French button back chairs and sofas. More recently, the company has evolved into the Contract Market and offers a range of commercial upholstery for bars, hotels and restaurants.
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