How do you choose sofa cushion covers? Measure each cushion's width, depth and height, then match it to the Seat S to XL range, sizing up to a Plus version for tall or plump cushions. Pick a hard-wearing jacquard weave and a colour tied to the room's largest soft surfaces. Order by cushion, never by sofa size.
Worn seat cushions are usually the first thing to age on an otherwise good sofa. The frame is solid, the shape is fine, but the covers look tired or shiny. A fresh set of cushion covers resets how the sofa reads, with no tools and no upholstery skills. The trick is getting three things right: size, fabric and colour.
Why cushion covers are worth it
Covaba cushion covers slip over your existing cushions, so you keep the padding you own and refresh only the surface. Cut with stretch and an elasticated edge, they hug the cushion rather than sitting loose. And at £10.99 per cover, refreshing a three-seater costs a fraction of a new sofa or reupholstery, and lets you renew only the parts that have worn.
Cushion cover sizes compared
Order by the cushion, not the sofa. A three-seater tells you nothing about the individual cushions. This table maps Covaba's sizes to the cushion each suits. The Plus sizes share the standard footprint but allow extra height for plump or feather-filled cushions.
| Size | Best suited to | Typical use |
|---|---|---|
| Seat S / Plus S | Small, shallow cushions | Compact two-seaters, apartment sofas |
| Seat M / Plus M | Standard seat cushions | Most two and three-seat sofas |
| Seat L / Plus L | Wide or deep cushions | Large three-seaters, lounge sofas |
| Seat XL / Plus XL | Oversized cushions | Deep-seat and designer sofas |
| L-Shape Corner | Corner wedge cushion | L-shaped and corner sofas |
Between two sizes? Size down slightly for a taut stretch fit, or choose the Plus version when the cushion is unusually tall. When in doubt, measure, a two-minute check saves a return. Our guide to measuring sofa cushions shows exactly where to take each measurement.
Fabric and colour
Covaba cushion covers use a jacquard weave with a subtle woven texture rather than a flat print, so it hides everyday marks better than a smooth finish. If you are weighing weaves for a wider project, our microfibre, linen or boucle fabric guide compares how each behaves with wear, light and washing.
On colour, neutrals like Boucle Sand, Caramel and Pearl White let the sofa recede; deeper tones such as Midnight Navy, Teal and Bordeaux make it a feature. Match your seat covers to the room's largest soft surfaces, the curtains, rug or throw, rather than to a single accent.
Recommended sofa cushion covers
Every jacquard cushion cover shares the same stretch construction and £10.99 starting price, so the choice comes down to colour. A few reliable starting points, tap any to choose your size:
Browse the full sofa cushion covers collection to see every colour and size, or pair them with a matching throw or sofa protector for a coordinated finish.
Which cover for which need?
Sagging or worn seats: a snug stretch cover in a mid-tone like Charcoal, Caramel or Boucle Sand hides wear and evens the surface. A quick colour refresh: move from grey to Teal or Midnight Navy to change the sofa's character in an afternoon, the ideas in styling a sofa cover pair well here. Corner or modular sofas: order the L-Shape Corner cover for the wedge and matching Seat sizes in the same colourway so the run reads as one piece.
Mistakes to avoid
- Ordering by sofa size. Covers too large will bag; too small will strain. Measure the cushion.
- Buying seat covers when the arms and back are the problem. If the whole sofa is tired, a full stretch sofa cover may be the better base, with cushion covers layered on top. Our complete guide to sofa covers explains when each makes sense.
- Mismatched textures. Keep weaves in the same family so the sofa reads as a considered set.
Care and fit
To fit, turn the cover inside out, pull it over the cushion from one end, then work the elasticated edge under all four sides so tension sits evenly. Smooth the top last. Wash on a cool cycle and reshape damp rather than tumbling on high heat, which protects both the stretch and the jacquard texture. Refreshing an armchair too? Our armchair covers guide matches shape and fabric, and for scatter cushions see throw pillow cover sizes.
Frequently asked questions
How do I know what size cushion cover to buy?
Measure the width, depth and height of your seat cushion, then match it to the Seat S to XL run, choosing a Plus size for taller cushions. Ordering by cushion measurement, not sofa size, is the key to a clean fit.
Do sofa cushion covers fit over existing cushions?
Yes. They slip over the cushions you already own, using stretch and an elasticated edge to hold the shape without loose folds.
Can I use cushion covers on a corner sofa?
Yes. Order the L-Shape Corner cover for the wedge cushion and matching Seat sizes for the straight cushions, all in the same colour, so the sectional reads as one piece.
What fabric are Covaba cushion covers made from?
A jacquard weave with a subtle woven texture, which is more forgiving of everyday marks than a flat, smooth finish.
How should I wash sofa cushion covers?
Wash on a cool cycle and reshape them while damp instead of tumble-drying on high heat, which protects both the stretch and the woven texture.
Ready to refresh your seats?
Measure the cushion, pick a hard-wearing jacquard, and choose a colour that works with the room. Get those three right and a set of covers looks like a far bigger upgrade than it is. Shop sofa cushion covers.
