Collection: Sofa Covering Fabrics For Slipcovers By The Yard

Some tips on choosing the best sofa covering fabric...

Fabric suitable for traditional skirted slipcovers is usually heavy linen, cotton or a blend. Look for a nice drape and matte texture and a stain resistant fabric for easy care. Heavier fabrics tend to look more fitted and less rumpled. If you want a wrinkled linen look slipcover a thinner fabric with high natural content cotton or linen works better. Shiny fabrics do not work well for slipcovers. Most people want washable covers for pets and kids, so laundry care is a factor. More modern furniture without curves and without skirts can make use stiffer more traditional upholstery fabrics.