10 Best Sofa Covers 2023 Couch and Sofa Slipcovers for Protection
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Most Universal Sofa Cover
Easy-Going Stretch 1-Piece Sofa Slipcover
Most Universal Sofa Cover
Easy-Going Stretch 1-Piece Sofa Slipcover
Now 20% Off
Pros
- Stretchy fabric
- Machine washable
Cons
- Not for cushions or sectionals
There’s really no one-size-fits-all in the market for sofa slipcovers, which is why reviewer Easy-Going said: “I’ll just make a size for each type of sofa imaginable”. And it sure did, making sizes for chair, loveseat, sofa, four-seater—as well as the oversized iteration of each. If that’s not being inclusive, we don’t know what is.
| Dimension | varies across sizes |
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Best sofa cover for cushions
Three Posts Bulle Textured Grid Sofa Slipcover
Best sofa cover for cushions
Three Posts Bulle Textured Grid Sofa Slipcover
Now 13% Off
Pros
- Great for individual cusions
- Great for 3-seater
Cons
- Not one-size-fits-all
This one will fit your cushion seater like a glove with its soft, stretchy fabric. It’s the Spandex for upholsteries—as well as each cushion there is. Seriously, your couch will have no idea of the upscale transformation it’s about to go through.
| Sofa max dimension | 41” H x 92” W x 42” D |
|---|---|
| Sofa min dimension | 31” H x 72” W x 32” D |
| Cushion max dimension | 9” H x 27.5” W x 25” D |
| Cushion min dimension | 2” H x 20” W x 20” D |
Best-looking sofa cover
Sure Fit Farmhouse Basketweave Sofa Slipcover
Best-looking sofa cover
Sure Fit Farmhouse Basketweave Sofa Slipcover
Now 20% Off
Pros
- Pastoral aesthetic
- Machine washable
Cons
- 1-piece, no cushion
One way to make your sofa cover not so grandma-looking is to tone down on all the patterns and hues, and just opt for the classic and the rustic. Farmhouse Basketweave slipcover fits that billing down to the tee—with adorable tie knots, nonetheless. In each color, it’ll look crisp and turn your lived-in sofa into a breath of fresh air.
| Sofa width range | 74″ – 96″ |
|---|---|
| Sofa height range: | 36″ – 40″ |
Most customizable sofa cover
Covers And All Custom 3 Seater Sofa Slipcover
Most customizable sofa cover
Covers And All Custom 3 Seater Sofa Slipcover
Now 29% Off
Pros
- Customizable size and print
- Stretchy and water-repellent
Cons
- For 3-seater sofa only
Covers And All filled its three-seater cover to the brim with a slew of areas for customization that almost seem unfathomable: Armrest dimension, seating area dimension, option for extra leeway, and even prints that’ll match your personality. They’ll all come in stretchy, water-repellent fabric, of course.
Most durable Sofa cover
Sure Fit Quilted Pet Furniture Cover
Most durable Sofa cover
Sure Fit Quilted Pet Furniture Cover
Pros
- Machine washable
- Resistant against most damages
Cons
- 1-piece drape
Next to you, your pets might deal the most damage to your sofa, though not by a large margin. Sure Fit’s throw-style quilted cover is designed to guard your couch from all possible threats—spills, stains, scratches, hair, wear, tear, debris, defecation…—in style.
| Dimensions | 75.5″ L x 111″ W |
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Best sofa cover for pet owners
Orvis Grip-Tight Furniture Protector
Best sofa cover for pet owners
Orvis Grip-Tight Furniture Protector
Pros
- Weighted and water-resistant
- Repel hair, dirt, and more
Cons
- 1-piece drape
Then again, if your furry friends really do live on the sofa, might as well go for a sofa cover specifically made for them. Orvis’s Grip-Tight cover is made with dogs in mind—because cats are much more disciplined, no offense—and protects your couch from pet hair and muddy body parts. It’s also weighted throughout to prevent slipping and shifting, because, honestly, dogs need to stop moving around so much.
| Dimensions | varies across sizes |
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The velvet sofa cover
H.VERSAILTEX Modern Velvet Plush 4 Piece Sofa Slipcover
The velvet sofa cover
H.VERSAILTEX Modern Velvet Plush 4 Piece Sofa Slipcover
Pros
- Machine washable
- Stretchy and easy to put on
Cons
- No bottom straps
Even in the most unfathomably painful color possible, velvet as a fabric has the power to make it look better than it is. And this one also comes in a one-size-fits-most couch cover that can encase anything from a one single seating to a large three-seater, cushions included.
| Dimensions | varies across sizes |
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The reversible sofa cover
Symple Stuff Reversible Non-Slip Box Cushion Sofa Slipcover
The reversible sofa cover
Symple Stuff Reversible Non-Slip Box Cushion Sofa Slipcover
Now 33% Off
Pros
- Pet-friendly and weighted
- Comes with 6 pockets
Cons
- 1-piece drape
Not only is it nicely weighted at three pounds, so it’ll stay put, this decor-friendly slipcover is also reversible—the other side comes in a different color—to give you a hand when you want to switch things up after a while, so you don’t have to buy a new couch cover to meet your mercurial taste.
| Dimensions | 76″ H x 114″ W x 22″ D or 85″ H x 132″ W x 22″ D |
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Best sectional slipcover
Subrtex 2-Piece L Shape Sectional Cover (Right Chaise)
Best sectional slipcover
Subrtex 2-Piece L Shape Sectional Cover (Right Chaise)
Now 14% Off
Pros
- Pet-friendly and stretchy
- Machine Washable
Cons
- Not for cushions
Sectionals are like a wild beast, hard to tame, and hard to care for. Mostly, it’s because of their long, big L-shaped. But the folks at Subrtex is able to come up with a two-piece solution that has a separate cover for both the main sofa and the chaise that sticks out. Its fabric also comes in a nice variety of colors, and has a nice-to-touch texture.
| Sofa width range | 62″ to 76″ |
|---|---|
| Sofa depth range | 27″ to 37″ |
| Chaise width range | 55″ to 70″ |
| Chaise depth range | 27″ to 37″ |
What to Consider Before Buying Sofa Covers
- Types: A slipcover made of stretchy fabric that’ll completely fit over—envelop, basically—the silhouette of a couch and its cushions is one you’ll want if your renovation goal is to give it a whole, long-term new look. Otherwise, go for a thick throw-blanket-ish pad that’ll simply drape over the seating to give it an ephemeral makeover, as well as timely protection against pets, toddlers, and even you.
- Pieces: Like putting on clothes or styling an outfit, fitting couch covers also involves pieces. A slipcover can come in one piece to easily go over the entire sofa, but it’ll likely fit loose and give the furniture a baggy, Urban-Outfitters-like look. If you wanna take your sofa to the red carpet, a multi-piece option with covers for each cushion will really lend a tailored, cinched appearance that’s more tied-together. Although the latter sofa cover might be hard to put on and take off.
- Measurement: Like for most furniture accessories, take your measurement before executing your next move. For slipcovers, that includes the dimension of the whole seating and each cushion. With the closest fit, a sofa cover will fit like a glove, and won’t require much tucking-in-place. With a loose fit, you’re risking a dead giveaway that your sofa is wearing a “makeup” when guests come over.
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Maverick Li is the Style & Commerce Editor of Men’s Health, where he covers clothing, footwear, watches, and grooming. He was previously the Assistant Commerce Editor at Esquire.
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