Euro sofa cover, main characteristics of products, care rules

For many people, a sofa is an important piece of furniture, with significant value and high quality. Often, models are purchased that are so expensive that it is impractical to leave them unprotected. This is especially true if small children or pets live in the house. Therefore, a Euro-cover for a sofa is purchased, which provides excellent protection of products from various factors, they have an attractive appearance, and often act as a decoration for old furniture. If desired, you can create your own cover, since it is not difficult to create it with your own hands; for this it is only important to understand the correct technology that answers the question of how to sew the product.

Advantages and disadvantages

Before purchasing or creating a Euro-case yourself, you should understand what positive and negative parameters its use has. The main advantages include:

versatility, allowing the product to be used on a 3-seater sofa or on a corner sofa with a protrusion on the left, as well as on other forms of this furniture;
the sofa cover is created from a unique elastic fabric that is resistant to dirt or various mechanical influences, so it is difficult to leave a stain on it or tear it with the claws of animals;
European sofa covers are made from beautiful and original fabrics, so they have an attractive appearance, which allows you to transform the interior;
a universal item will not slide or move while using the sofa for its intended purpose, which is impossible to say about blankets or capes, so its use is considered more convenient and enjoyable;
if as a result of any action a stain is left on the cover, it is simply removed and washed in a machine, and in case of complex stains it is sent to dry cleaning, which is impossible to do with sofa upholstery;
putting the product on the selected furniture is a simple job performed by one person without the need to involve an assistant.

The disadvantages of using this product include the fact that the attractive upholstery and appearance are hidden. Also, the cost of a high-quality and reliable case that is resistant to dirt and other factors is considered quite high.

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.

Types of Euro-cases

These products are available in numerous types. Most often they are universal, therefore suitable for different models of sofas, however, there are certain types used for a specific shape or size of furniture. They are divided into the following types:

products for corner sofas with an unusual shape, some models are suitable for left-handed, and others for right-handed decorative elements;
covers for a 3-seater sofa, characterized by large sizes;
items worn on a sofa without armrests, and this option is considered the most economical;
products designed to be placed on a 2-seater sofa.

Without armrests

Angular

Triple

Double
Each type has its own parameters, cost and appearance. If you are selecting a product for corner furniture, then it is important to take into account the orientation of the decorative detail, since you can buy a Euro cover for a corner sofa with a protrusion on the right or left.

Color spectrum

The advantage of European covers is the ability to completely change the appearance of furniture. If the original upholstery was a single light color, then the cover can be chosen bright, with a floral pattern or striped. The color design of furniture capes should be in harmony with the overall design of the room.

Light pastel colors of beige-brown and milky tones are considered universal. They suit any interior and help you relax and unwind. Bright rich shades of purple, dark blue, and burgundy are used to add dynamics to the atmosphere.

If the sofa has significant dimensions, then you can use throws with large floral patterns, geometric patterns, rich red, yellow, and orange tones. Models with small abstract patterns are suitable for small sofas and armchairs.

Spectacular products made from jacquard fabrics and 3D patterns will make the soft corner the main accent of the room. Microfiber products with a pearlescent sheen will visually increase the size of the room.

Manufacturing materials

These products are created from various materials, but most often used for these purposes:

jacquard, which has a beautiful appearance, fairly high wear resistance and strength, and is also easy to care for, which is especially important for a cover, since its main purpose is to protect the upholstery of a piece of furniture from various contaminants;
polyester, which allows you to get an inexpensive cover, but its quality is at a fairly low level, so it will not last long, and this is especially true if there are pets in the house;
Pleated fabric is considered an excellent choice for the formation of this product, since the fabric perfectly withstands the effects of cat claws;
Shinile is chosen by people who prefer to use soft and plush fabrics, and it is also attractive and sophisticated;
microfiber provides cozy, soft and beautiful things, and it is this material that has the greatest elasticity, so it is often used to make a Euro-cover for a corner sofa with a protrusion on the right.

Jacquard

Microfiber

Pleated

Shinil
Thus, various fabrics are used to form this item. Any type has its own characteristics, cost and appearance, so in the selection process it is important to take into account your own preferences and available funds for the purchase. If you wish, you can make it on the sofa with your own hands, taking into account the size of the furniture and your design ideas. In this case, it is important to take measurements correctly.

A little about prices

Prices for eurocovers depend on the material (its composition and quality) and on the manufacturer. For example, the cost of covering a chair from an Italian manufacturer starts from 2,000 rubles, while Turkish analogues are priced a little cheaper. The price of European sofa covers made in Italy for a two-seater sofa can range from 3,500 rubles to 10,000 and more. For a corner one - from 6,000; on sale you can find a set for armchairs and a sofa for 6,500 rubles. Fluctuations in the dollar exchange rate affect the cost of imported goods, so it is always better to check prices with the seller.

The most ordinary furniture will be transformed and gain charm if you dress it in a European cover. Thanks to this solution, you can create a beautiful modern interior for your own pleasure, as well as surprise guests at home with new furnishings without much material expenditure. Of course, instead of covers, you can use blankets on the sofa and armchairs. Photos of various blankets for the sofa and armchair can be seen in this article.

Also read about the difference between nubuck and suede in this material.

How to take correct measurements for selection

To purchase the optimal size item, it is important to carefully measure the dimensions of the sofa itself. The same process is performed before sewing the product with your own hands. To do this, follow simple steps:

using a tape measure, measure the length of the existing back of the sofa from one edge to the other;
if the length does not exceed 1.6 m, then this piece of furniture is double;
if this parameter reaches 2.4 m, then you will have to choose a cover for a 3-seater sofa;
in corner structures the length exceeds 3.8 m, and at the same time it can even reach 5.5 m.

If you don’t have a tape measure, you can determine the length approximately by eye. It is always easy to determine how many people a seat can accommodate, and its size is calculated accordingly.

How to take measurements from furniture

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Two-tier transformable sofa

Standard sizes of sofas depending on the product model

For corner model

For corner interior items, problems with choosing a cover do not arise, and these products usually fit tightly. It is important to determine the orientation of the furniture before purchasing, as it may be right-handed or left-handed.

How to put a Euro-cover on a corner sofa? To do this, it is enough to stretch it on each side so that it fits loosely on the furniture. Unique cases are equipped with zippers that simplify this process, and at the same time they are located in such a place that they do not spoil the appearance of the item.

Certain sofas are so unusual and non-standard that covers have to be specially sewn for them, since the types on the market cannot be used for these purposes.

Selection rules

When choosing a Euro-case, certain important and essential rules must be taken into account:

it is important to correctly measure the dimensions of the furniture itself so as not to make a mistake with the length and width of the purchased item;
its appearance should be attractive and consistent with the design and style of the room where it is planned to be used;
the cost must correspond to the quality;
it is important to consider what material the cover is made of, since it must be resistant to wear, dirt and other negative factors;
the preferences of the users of the premises are taken into account.

Thus, the versatility of the covers is considered their most important positive parameter, so it is quite difficult to make a mistake with the correct size. When choosing, it is recommended to take into account the above factors in order to get a truly high-quality item that fits perfectly into the interior.

Care methods

Since they are created from high-quality materials that are resistant to various negative factors, care is considered simplified and unpretentious. From time to time, a standard machine wash is required, and during the process it is important to choose the appropriate mode in accordance with the material from which the product is made. It is advisable to use the manufacturer's instructions before cleaning so as not to harm the fabric.

Care consists of simple steps:

The item must be washed inside out;
it is important to wash separately and not together with other things;
It is advisable to choose a delicate cycle when washing;
It is not allowed to use any bleaches or other washing aids;
European covers are not ironed;
They must be dried at room temperature in the standard way.

Thus, if you correctly understand how to choose a product, how to put a Euro-cover on a sofa, and also how to properly care for it, then it will provide reliable and durable protection of an expensive piece of furniture from dirt and rapid abrasion.

How to sew a Euro-cover for a sofa with your own hands - nuances

You can order a Euro-cover for a sofa from specialists, but if you want to sew it yourself, you need to find a suitable material that should stretch perfectly, you can take stretch:

After all the measurements and multiplying the indicators by 2, markings are made on the fabric.
If you need a long cover, then measure the distance to the floor.
In total there will be 6 indicators of the six planes of the sofa.
You need to make patterns of all the elements and pin them to the fabric. After this they work with scissors.
Everything is connected with a basting seam.
The pins are removed, checked to see if the cover fits the sofa, and all seams are machine sewn. The suture is removed from the test one by 2 cm.

The product is turned inside out and placed on furniture. If there are shortcomings, they are corrected.