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What is a slipcover?

2024/08/26

Sofa coverings | Tessitura Toscana Telerie

The sofa is at the heart of the home; we spend most of our free time there. That is why it is important to protect it properly without sacrificing style. The slipcover is a great solution because it allows you to protect your sofa from wear and tear and at the same time transform the look of your living room in an instant. Have fun restyling your sofas, indulge your taste and choose the right sofa slipcover. If you appreciate elegant, cosy, soft fabrics, this guide is for you. We will help you choose the best sofa slipcover models to breathe new life into your armchairs without compromising on the refinement you love.

 

What is a slipcover?

The slipcover, or furnishing fabric, is a great solution if you want to protect your sofa effortlessly. Often made of fine fabrics such as linen, cotton or linen blends, the furnishing fabric fits perfectly with any style of furniture because it allows you to choose from many colours and patterns.  The advantages of a sofa cover are many: it easily fits sofas of different sizes, it is comfortable to position, it is easily machine-washed, and it has no size problems. Of course, it is not made to fit completely, you have to love soft and enveloping solutions. The throw is the ideal choice if you do not want to resort to expensive custom-made covers. With the furnishing fabric, your sofa will be protected from dust, stains and everyday wear and tear and will last a long time for the enjoyment of the whole family, including dogs and cats. 

How to choose a slipcover and not make a mistake

The throw is the guest of honour in your living room: so don't just take the first one home. The quality of the fabric is the most important aspect to consider: choose natural and durable fibres, such as fine cotton or pure linen, which are fresh and suitable for even the hottest seasons. Elegant throws made from quality raw materials are not only long-lasting but also provide a pleasant sensation, both to the touch and to the eye, giving your living room the charm you desire. Choose a generously sized throw: it will cover your sofa well and give you the opportunity to play with refined fabric drops. Before purchasing, imagine the slipcover in the surroundings of your living room: if it is the right one, it will integrate harmoniously with the rest of the furniture, whether in neutral tones for a minimalist style or in bright colours for a less classic look. Follow your heart, some patterns make us fall in love at first sight. Like those of Tessitura Toscane Telerie’s Mezzeri cloths, which can transport you to a refined and poetic world: into flower-scented meadows or to the bottom of the sea among Neptune grass, into the designs of a forgotten art, and the colourful realms of the Orient.

 

How to position the slipcover properly

Beauty is neatness. Enhance the beauty of your furnishing fabric by placing it on the sofa correctly. First, lay the throw fully open on the sofa, making sure it is centred properly. If you are using a large slipcover, let it fall over the armrests and backrest with a draped effect. The front of the cover can remain loose, or you can fasten it under the sofa. For a more fitted look, choose a stretchy and shaped slipcover. If you like bohemian atmospheres choose throws or covers with poetic patterns, tuck them behind the seat and decorate with matching cushions, which will help keep the cover in place. You can also use the furnishing fabric outdoors. In warm weather, deckchairs and pool loungers can be enhanced with a throw with stylish marine patterns. Have a look at the summer Mezzeri from Tessitura Toscana Telerie here.

Advantages of the slipcover: never again without it!

Slipcovers are a true all-rounder, which is why they are also more generally called furnishing fabrics or throws. Besides offering elegant protection to sofas and armchairs, they are also perfect for other uses. Tessitura Toscana Telerie’s Mezzeri, for instance, are created for versatile and creative use. You can use them as drapes or to furnish the bedroom. Slipcovers are actually large scarves that can be used throughout the house: you can cover tables or chests, you can mount them in screens, or insert them in wardrobe door panels. If you match them to your bed linen, Mezzeri can make for very refined combinations. Of course, for a 'wow' effect, the big difference lies in the elegance of the fabric. Tessitura Toscana Telerie produces its Mezzeri only in pure linen and prints them in colours that will endure over time, with the same original and exquisite designs that characterise each collection. Because your home deserves beautifully refined furnishing fabrics that will whisk you away into a dream.

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