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The 10 Best Sofa Covers to Keep Your Couch Looking (And Smelling) Like New

Now, you can have pets and a pristine sofa — all under one roof.

Headshot of Melanie YatesBy Melanie Yates
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Whether your couch is brand-new or decades old, a washable slipcover will help to keep it looking fresh at all times. No reupholstering is necessary!

With a sofa cover, you can completely change up the color or texture of your current seat, or you can re-cover it in a material that's a close match, giving it a like-new look. These products are quick and simple to use, and they offer a decor solution that allows you to get the look you want on a dime.

The Best Sofa Covers

    What to Consider

    Before you start your search for a new sofa cover, there are a few things to keep in mind:

    Design types

    Sofa covers generally come in two designs: They're either made of separate pieces of flexible fabric that completely encase the base of the couch and cushions, or they comprise thick pads of material that simply drape over the seat and stay securely in place with included straps. The latter option is better for temporary purposes (e.g., keeping your sofa mess-free while pet-sitting), while the former design is meant for ongoing use.

    Sizing and Fit

    You'll want to take measurements of your seat and cushions before you buy. The last thing you want is a sofa cover that is too large and baggy for your seat, as it will look more obvious that it is not the original upholstery. Aim to get as true a fit as you can.

    Also, sofa covers do have the tendency to move around a little bit after extended use and can look somewhat crooked if you're not diligent about tucking them back into place.

    Color

    Sofa covers can allow you to get creative with the color of your couch. If you don't end up liking the change, it's so much easier to return a sofa cover and try out something new than it is to buy a whole new sofa!

    There's only one limitation here: Some reviewers also say that covering a dark-colored couch with a light-colored pick can be tricky, as the old color could show through the stretched-out fabric. This is something to keep in mind if you're looking for a radically different-looking sofa to the one you have now.

      How We Chose

      Our guide to the best sofa covers comprises a range of materials, designs, and sizes to fit a wide variety of couch configurations, including loveseats, sectionals, and armchairs. We narrowed down the dizzying array of choices only to those products that are highly rated by reviewers and are offering some of their first-hand feedback below, so you'll know exactly what you're getting.

      Protect your family's favorite seat from your kids' craft projects, muddy paws, and the occasional beverage spill with these top-rated couch covers.

      1
      Best Overall

      Easy-Going 1-Piece Stretch Sofa Cover

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      Best Overall

      Easy-Going 1-Piece Stretch Sofa Cover

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      Pros
      • Sections are labeled with stickers for easy installation
      • Available in lots of colors
      Cons
      • Stretchy fabric can look droopy on smaller sofas

      This best-selling polyester-spandex slipcover perfectly form-fits to your couch by virtue of its stretchy fabric. We're naming it as our best sofa cover you can buy because the material is easy to wash, plus there's no off-gassing, so you can slip it on and enjoy using it immediately.

      If you have furniture that you can’t part with but need to cover due to damaged upholstery, this is simply perfect. One reviewer says, “Our dog did a number on our old leather couch ... This cover was very easy to put on. Even came with stickers attached, so you knew which part was the arms/front/and back. Very soft and can easily be washed.”

      The couch cover comes in an impressive spectrum of over 30 different colors (more than any other on this list!), ranging from understated to statement-making.

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      Key Specs

      Sofa width range60-81 inches
      Available colors36
      2
      Best for Individual Cushions

      Three Posts Bulle Textured Grid Separate Box Cushion Sofa Slipcover

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      Best for Individual Cushions

      Three Posts Bulle Textured Grid Separate Box Cushion Sofa Slipcover

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      Pros
      • Comfortable, "snuggly" upholstery feel
      • Individual seat covers look like real upholstery
      Cons
      • Covers may be snug on seat cushions

      Give your three-seater a brand-new life with this soft, stretchy, jacquard sofa cover. Its edges are elastic (instead of tie-back), so it'll form-fit to your seat. It also comes in an impressive range of colors.

      Reviewers like that it comes with multiple cushion covers, so guests will automatically assume that this is the original upholstery of your couch. One person says, “Love the individual covers for each cushion. Perfect fit and enough flexible stretch even after numerous washings.”

      Key Specs

      Sofa width range72-92 inches
      Available colors23
      3
      Best Patterned Cover

      House of Hampton Damask Printed Sofa Slipcover

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      Best Patterned Cover

      House of Hampton Damask Printed Sofa Slipcover

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      Pros
      • Pattern is subtle and not see-through at all
      Cons
      • Fabric sags on narrow couch arms; better for thick, rounded arms

      Patterned couch covers are surprisingly hard to find. But if plain hues just won’t do, class up your couch with this damask slipcover. Reviewers love how unexpectedly elegant it is, with one saying, “It is comfortable, great looking, and for less than $100 changed the entire look I wanted in a living room.”

      Comprising two pieces made of polyester and spandex, it's stretchy enough to fit most three-seater sofas.

      Key Specs

      Sofa width range72-92 inches
      Available colors6
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      4
      Best High-Quality Cover

      MAYTEX Pixel Ultra Soft Stretch Sofa Cover

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      Best High-Quality Cover

      MAYTEX Pixel Ultra Soft Stretch Sofa Cover

      Pros
      • Has nice balance of softness and stretchiness
      • Skirted design looks like authentic upholstery, not a cover
      Cons
      • May be a tight fit on longer sofas

      This machine-washable, two-piece cover fits couches in a range of sizes, giving you the ability to tuck and adjust it for a virtually seamless style. It also comes in sizes for covering chairs and loveseats, too.

      Reviewers say that even if it takes a little time to put it on properly, the result is super impressive: It doesn't look like an obvious slipcover at first glance.

      Says one reviewer, “The material of this cover is extremely soft. It actually feels nicer than the material on my actual couch ... It may take some adjusting to get it looking just right, but I think most can configure the cover to lay properly and look nice on their furniture.”

      Key Specs

      Sofa width range74-96 inches
      Available colors7
      5
      Best for Sectionals

      Easy-Going 2-Piece Sectional Sofa Slipcover

      2-Piece Sectional Sofa Slipcover
      5
      Best for Sectionals

      Easy-Going 2-Piece Sectional Sofa Slipcover

      Pros
      • Feels soft and cozy
      Cons
      • Covers may get rumpled and shift out of place with use

      An L-shaped sectional couch is a big investment, so if the upholstery gets stained, it can feel like the whole thing is ruined. Thankfully, this two-piece option offers a far easier and cheaper alternative to replacing or recovering your couch.

      This stretchy, soft polyester sofa cover comes in three different sizes, and each size can accommodate a different width range. It comprises two parts that each fit independently over the sofa and the chaise. We love that it works no matter if you have a right- or left-facing sectional!

      While you may need to adjust them back into place if they start looking rumpled, these covers have straps and elastic bottoms that help hold them where they should go. Says one reviewer, “I LOVE the way the chaise cover fits ... The fabric is exactly as advertised. Color is vibrant.”

      Key Specs

      Sofa width range35-58 inches for sofa and 59-74 inches for chaise
      Available colors10
      6
      Best Short-Term Solution

      Sofa Shield Reversible Tear- and Stain-Resistant Slipcover

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      Reversible Tear- and Stain-Resistant Slipcover
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      Best Short-Term Solution

      Sofa Shield Reversible Tear- and Stain-Resistant Slipcover

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      Pros
      • Durable fabric is easy to wash
      • Has a secure fit, doesn't shift around
      Cons
      • Not the best-looking cover

      Sometimes, you just need a short-term solution. It could be because you're expecting pets, children, or a whole lot of red wine to make an appearance over the course of your evening.

      This sofa protector has a quilted texture and a tear-resistant design. It comes with a back strap for a secure fit and is reversible, so you get two colors in one. We love that it's machine-washable, too.

      Key Specs

      Sofa width rangeUp to 88 inches
      Available colors28
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      7
      Best for Armchairs

      H.VERSAILTEX Stretch Chair Slip Cover

      Stretch Chair Slip Cover
      7
      Best for Armchairs

      H.VERSAILTEX Stretch Chair Slip Cover

      Pros
      • Stays in place without shifting
      Cons
      • Fabric is on the thinner side

      This cozy knit two-piece cover set can easily be slipped on and off an armchair to give it a like-new, reupholstered look. It comes in many different colors and has a slightly fuzzy feel. We're sure your furry friend will make themselves right at home here!

      Key Specs

      Sofa width range32-48 inches
      Available colors19
      8
      Cottagecore Chic

      Great Bay Home Patchwork Scalloped Printed Furniture Protector

      Patchwork Scalloped Printed Furniture Protector
      8
      Cottagecore Chic

      Great Bay Home Patchwork Scalloped Printed Furniture Protector

      Pros
      • Pattern is pretty and vibrant
      • Durable material and washes well
      Cons
      • No straps or grip to secure it in place

      This patchwork sofa cover looks right at home draped across any loveseat. Unlike your family's heirloom quilt, this reviewer-favorite cover is meant to help shield the back, arms, and seat of your sofa from spills and messes.

      It also looks beautiful. One person says, “The stitching and detail in person are even better than in the pictures.” However, it doesn’t grip as well as some other styles, so keep in mind that you’ll have to tuck it into your seat cushions.

      Key Specs

      Sofa width rangeUp to 73 inches
      Available colors13
      9
      Best Arm Covers

      SUBRTEX Stretch Armrest Covers

      Stretch Armrest Covers
      9
      Best Arm Covers

      SUBRTEX Stretch Armrest Covers

      Pros
      • Easy, affordable solution for stained or worn-out sofa arms
      • Fits a variety of arm shapes and secures in place with pins
      Cons
      • Length may not cover the entire sofa arm

      It's a hassle re-covering the entire couch when just one part of it is worn out. If your sofa arms show wear and tear at the seams due to age, upholstery quality, or a pet's pesky chewing habit, you can get these small-sized covers that fit right over the arms.

      These armrest covers come in a pair and are made of the same polyester/spandex blend as many full-sized covers. This particular model fits arms between 6.5 and 8 inches wide — and yes, they work with rounded or square sofa arms. Its 10 included twist pins help you discreetly secure them in place.

      And there's no need to contrast as drastically as the picture shows! These come in 22 solid colors, so you can find a near-perfect upholstery match.

      Key Specs

      Size range6.5-8 inch width
      Available colors22
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      10
      Best Ottoman Cover

      H.VERSAILTEX Square Ottoman Slipcover

      Best Tested
      Square Ottoman Slipcover
      10
      Best Ottoman Cover

      H.VERSAILTEX Square Ottoman Slipcover

      Pros
      • Simple to install and stays put
      Cons
      • Stretchy band at base requires lots of tucking and pinning to hide

      This slipcover is perfect for giving your ottoman a brand-new look. Made of velvet, it fits over the footrest and has an elastic bottom that secures it in place. (You can fold this part under to prevent it from showing.)

      I’ve used this cover to match an ottoman to my navy-colored loveseat for a more cohesive, sofa-chaise look. But because it's velvet, you'll want to make sure you have a lint roller on hand to get rid of any dust or hair that clings to it.

      Key Specs

      Size range27-32-inch length/width; 17-18-inch height
      Available colors10
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      Melanie Yates
      Senior Service Editor

      Melanie Yates is the senior service editor of Best Products, where she writes and reports pieces pertaining to the etiquette, dilemmas, and how-tos of gift-giving for different occasions. Previously, she was the site's senior home editor, covering all things decor- and bedding-related since 2015. Her digital byline can also be found on Bustle, House Beautiful, and Elle Decor. A longtime classical-music enthusiast, Melanie spends her off-hours enjoying performances big and small across New York City.

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