If your sofa has seen better days but is still structurally sound, a slipcover is a great way to give it a second chance at life and make it look new again. While certain brands sell Best Reviewed Products in US replacements for their specific slipcovered sofas, there are also universal slipcovers that you can buy to place on any piece of furniture—and they're typically machine-washable!
Slipcovers aren’t just for couches, either. You can get covers for sectionals, chairs, recliners, and even dining chairs, giving your furniture a whole new look for less. Just be sure to measure your furniture before you buy to ensure the slipcover will fit properly, and take care to choose one that's the right material and fit for you.
Here, the best slipcovers to cover up all types of furniture in your home.
Best Overall: Easy-Going 4-Piece Stretch Soft Couch Cover
Comes in various colors
Machine-washable
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Not compatible with certain sofa shapes
For an average sofa between 60 and 85 inches long, the Easy-Going 4-Piece Slipcover is one of the best options to make your couch look like new again. The stretchy, durable slipcover is made from a polyester-spandex blend, and it comes in many different colors, including both neutrals and more vibrant shades of red and blue.
Best Cotton: Classic Slipcovers Brushed Twill Sofa Slipcover
Many slipcovers are made of synthetic materials like spandex, which gives them a stretchy feel, but if you prefer good old-fashioned cotton, the Classic Slipcovers Brushed Twill Sofa Slipcover is the way to go. This sofa slipcover is made from 100 percent cotton in a durable twill weave, and it comes in several colors, including cream, red, and several fun striped patterns.
Best for Couches: Sure Fit Stretch Metro Box Cushion Sofa Slipcover
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Expensive
If your sofa doesn’t have individual cushions, this slipcover from Sure Fit includes just two pieces—one for the frame of the sofa and one for the seat cushion. The frame section is 89 inches long, making it appropriate for sofas between 74 and 96 inches in length, and the seat cover is best for cushions around 26 inches deep.
Best for Sectionals: Subrtex 2-Piece L-Shape Sofa Cover
It can be tricky to find a slipcover that fits over a sectional sofa, and one of the best choices available is the Subrtex 2-Piece Sofa Cover. It’s designed to fit on an L-shaped sectional, but keep in mind that your sofa must be two pieces for the cover to fit properly. For the best fit, the main portion of your sectional should be between 63 and 76 inches long, and the chaise should be between 55 and 70 inches long.
Best for Loveseats: Northern Brothers Loveseat Slipcover
The Northern Brothers Loveseat Slipcover is an affordable and stylish way to revive an old loveseat. This slipcover works best on small sofas between 57 and 74 inches long, and it comes in more than a dozen pretty shades—you’re sure to find something that suits your tastes.
The three-piece design includes individual covers for two-seat or back cushions, as well as a larger cover for the frame of your loveseat. The slipcover is made from a soft textured fabric with elastic strips around the edges for a snug fit, and the material can be machine-washed in cold water if it ever gets stained or dirty.
Best for Chairs: House of Hampton Damask Printed Stretch Box Cushion Armchair Slipcover
You can give your favorite armchair a whole new look with the House of Hampton Damask Armchair Slipcover. The two-piece slipcover fits T-cushion or barrel armchairs that are 32 to 47 inches wide and 32 to 42 inches deep, and its intricate damask-style design will make your chair the focal point of any room. Oh, and did we mention it comes in several elegant colors?
This armchair slipcover includes one large piece to put over the frame of the chair, as well as a single cushion cover for the seat. Both pieces are made from a polyester-spandex blend with elastic edging to hold them in place, and the fabric’s pattern stands out from the base material, giving it a high-end textured appearance.