 Slipcovers 101 - Although furnishing “covers”
have been a common household item for more than a century, today's slipcovers
possess the ability to make a dramatic fashion statement. The antithesis of “Grandma’s
slipcovers” which were most often uncomfortable and unattractive, contemporary
slipcovers offer a wealth of innovative patterns and colors. Slipcovers are
designed in the most sought after, easy care fabrics to accommodate a wide range
of seating styles. To understand how “you”, the consumer can benefit from
the advantages of slipcovers in your home today, it is necessary to examine the
“where”, “what” and “whys” of this very versatile product.
Slipcovers are not just for sofas! Companies exist
today that produce ready made slipcovers for several forms of popular seating.
Loveseats, club chairs and ottomans, wing chairs, recliners and dining chairs
all can benefit from the addition of a fashionable slipcover. Rather than
spending a substantial financial investment for new seating, reupholstering or
custom slipcovers; ready made slipcovers offer consumers an affordable solution
for a quick and stylish furnishing cover up.
Consider a fashionable slipcover for any number of
reasons. Ideal for growing families with young children and pets, slipcovers
protect favored furnishings from soiling and everyday wear and tear. With an
increasing number of families owning vacation homes, slipcovers offer the option
of shopping consignment stores, flea markets and yard sales with the assurance
that it is possible to slipcover second hand furnishings and coordinate with
existing décor, regardless of established fabrics, patterns and colors.
A
rainbow of today's most preferred colors makes seasonal decorating throughout
your home a snap with slipcovers!
Spring 2001 sports an abundance of subdued and muted
neutrals such as soft khakis, faint terracotta's, and pale taupes. Crisp whites
with navy trim can offer the essence of a nautical theme for the coastal home as
well as the upcoming Summer months.
Or, contribute to a particular style of décor such as Southwestern,
Country, Traditional, Shabby Chic, or Victorian
with appropriate slipcover fabrications and design motifs. Slipcovers featuring
lush fuchsia and pink hues are wonderfully romantic in a Victorian styled home.
Florals consisting of washed colorations on pale backgrounds feature a lovely
choice for a Shabby Chic styled space. Look for
slipcovers in the most sought after fabrications such as sturdy denims, soft
faux suedes, warm chenilles, and classic cottons.
Consider incorporating the advantages that slipcovers
offer throughout your home. Do not overlook practical opportunities to
incorporate the durability, comfort and character that slipcovers provide in
unexpected spaces! For instance, explore the possibility of slipcovering a “hand
me down” chair for your sunroom, formal chairs in the dining room, a set of
mis-matched chairs in the kitchen, a well loved club chair and ottoman in the
family room, a soiled recliner in the basement or a treasured chaise in the
master bedroom suite.
Search for ready made slipcovers via catalogs, online and
in retail establishments. Then transform your homes interior into livable and
unique spaces with today's stylish slipcovers!
Sure
Fit is
America's largest ready-made slipcover company. Visit the Sure Fit website for more information on purchasing ready-made slipcovers and additional slipcover decorating ideas.
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