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Textured chenille boucle non-slip sofa cover in sand, a grippy cover for leather sofas
Leather Sofa Covers That Actually Stay Put (Non-Slip Guide)
Quick answer: Leather sofas have a smooth, low-friction surface, so a loose cover slides off easily. The covers that stay put are non-slip covers with a textured, grippy backing, paired... Read more...
Abstract Circle rug in Boucle Sand under a dining table
What Size Rug Under a Dining Table? Dining Rug Size Guide
Quick answer: A dining rug should sit under the table and every chair, extending about 60 cm (24 in) beyond the table edge on all sides. A four seater suits... Read more...
Smooth stretch sofa cover in Stormy Blue on a three seater sofa
What Size Sofa Cover Do I Need? Size Guide by Seater
Which size sofa cover do you need? Match your sofa's width, measured arm to arm, to one size: 1-Seater fits 90 to 130 cm, 2-Seater 135 to 175 cm, 3-Seater... Read more...
Bedroom rug in cocoa linen weave placed under a bed
Bedroom Rug Size Guide: What Size Rug Under a Bed (Chart)
A bedroom rug size guide covering twin, double, queen and king beds, how far a rug should extend under a bed, placement styles and a cm to inches chart. Read more...
Cherry red plain stretch throw pillow cover styled on a neutral sofa
Throw Pillow Cover Sizes: Complete Size Chart & Fit Guide
Throw pillow cover sizes explained in cm and inches, with a size chart, insert tips, and how to choose square or lumbar covers for a sofa or bed. Read more...
Drift Distressed rug in Boucle Sand grounding a living room seating area
How to Place a Rug in a Living Room: Layout Guide (2026)
Learn how to place a rug in a living room: correct sizes, orientation and the three main layouts, with real measurements in cm and inches. Read more...
Teal velvet plush sofa bed cover fitted on a fold out sofa in a living room
Sofa Bed Covers: How to Choose, Measure & Fit (Size Guide)
A sofa bed cover is a stretch slipcover shaped for a frame that folds out into a bed. To choose one, measure your sofa arm to arm, match that width... Read more...
Bordeaux velvet sofa throw draped over a modern sofa in a styled living room
How to Choose a Sofa Throw: Size, Fabric & Style
How to choose a sofa throw that fits and lasts: match the size to your seat count, pick the right fabric, and let colour do the styling. Read more...
Mushroom taupe plain stretch armchair cover fitted on a contemporary armchair
Armchair Covers: How to Choose the Right Fit by Shape
A practical armchair covers buying guide: match tub, wingback and contemporary chair shapes to the right stretch cover, fabric and colour, with real Covaba sizes and prices. Read more...
Pearl grey quilted fitted sheet on a made bed showing a soft padded surface
How to Choose Fitted Sheets: Size, Depth and Fabric
A practical guide to choosing fitted sheets by mattress size, pocket depth and fabric, with care tips and the best fitted sheets from Covaba. Read more...
Forest green stretch dining chair cover fitted over a dining chair
Dining Chair Covers: Choose the Right Fit (From £15.99)
Dining chair covers are stretch slipcovers that hug a solid backrest and seat, hiding scuffs, spills and dated fabric. To choose well, measure the backrest width and seat depth, pick... Read more...
Beige Bouclé Sand jacquard sofa cushion cover on a modern sofa
How to Choose Sofa Cushion Covers: Size, Fabric & Fit
Choose sofa cushion covers that fit: match the Seat S to XL sizing, pick a hard-wearing jacquard, and the right colour to refresh worn seat cushions. Read more...
Plain cotton duvet cover in Pearl White styled on a neatly made bed
Duvet Cover Size Guide: Sizes in cm and How to Fit
Quick answer: Size your duvet cover to the duvet insert, not the mattress or bed frame. Covaba covers run double 150 x 200 cm, queen 180 x 220 cm, king... Read more...
Palm Leaf Embossed rug in Bouclé Sand styled in a living room, Covaba rug size guide
Rug Size Guide: What Size Rug for Every Room (2026 Chart)
Not sure what size rug you need? Our cm-based rug size guide covers living rooms, bedrooms and hallways so you get the proportions right first time. Read more...
Stormy blue non-slip stretch sofa cover, a pet-friendly choice for homes with dogs and cats
Best Sofa Covers for Pets: Non-Slip Picks for Dogs & Cats
Fur, claws and muddy paws don't have to mean a ruined sofa. Here's how to choose a pet-friendly sofa cover: the right fabrics, a fit that stays put, and care... Read more...
Compact sage-grey stretch cover fitted continuously over a straight sofa
How to Fit a Stretch Sofa Cover: 5 Steps for a Smooth, Snug Look
Fit a stretch sofa cover neatly, from finding the centre to tucking the final fold — with separate instructions for straight, L-shape and U-shape sofas. Read more...
L-shape sofa formed from two sections in matching ivory stretch covers
How to Choose a Sofa Cover by Shape: Straight, L or U (2026)
Choose the right sofa cover for a straight, L-shape or U-shape sofa — including how many covers to order and how to size each section. Read more...
The same sofa styled across spring, summer, autumn and winter with seasonal covers, throws and cushions, shown left to right
Seasonal Sofa Refresh: Styling a Cover Through the Year
Style a sofa cover through the seasons — how color, texture, throws and cushions shift from spring to winter to keep a room feeling current all year. Read more...
L-shape corner sofa with a chaise dressed in a tailored microfibre stretch cover in a calm living room
How to Cover a Chaise or Sectional Sofa Section: Step by Step
How to cover a sofa with a chaise or a sectional section — counting pieces, left vs right orientation, and fitting the chaise so it looks tailored. Read more...
Sofa shown half bare and half refreshed with a fitted microfibre stretch cover, illustrating a sofa refresh
Are Sofa Covers Worth It? Honest Pros, Cons and Advice
Are sofa covers worth buying? Compare the real benefits, limitations and cost before deciding whether to cover, reupholster or replace your sofa. Read more...
Folded soft-touch microfibre stretch sofa covers stacked on a wooden chair beside a washing machine in a bright laundry room
How to Wash a Sofa Cover Without Shrinking It (30C Method)
Wash a sofa cover safely at 30°C. Follow the right cycle and drying method to protect the stretch, colour and fit without shrinking it. Read more...
Straight three-seat sofa in a tailored pearl-grey microfibre stretch cover in a warm-neutral living room
How to Stop a Sofa Cover from Slipping or Looking Baggy
Stop a sofa cover from slipping or sagging — the right size, the proper tuck, and the small habits that keep a stretch cover looking tailored, no hardware. Read more...
A tired sofa refreshed with a fresh stretch cover, revived cushions and a re-layered living room.
Refresh a Tired Sofa Without Replacing It: 5 Simple Steps
Your sofa is worn, not finished. A calm, practical guide to refreshing a tired sofa without replacing it — and why that's the better move. Read more...
A modern living room with a sofa in a warm-neutral cover, styled with a single throw and tonal cushions.
How to Style a Sofa Cover in a Modern Living Room
How to style a sofa cover so it reads as a considered design choice — color, texture, throws, cushions and the room's light. Read more...
An L-shape corner sofa dressed in a tailored stretch cover, fitted section by section.
Corner & Sectional Sofa Covers: How Many You Need and How to Buy
A shape-by-shape buying guide for corner and sectional sofa covers — identify your shape, count your pieces, and fit each section cleanly. Read more...
A stretch-covered sofa beside a sofa dressed with a draped throw, comparing two ways to protect a sofa.
Stretch Sofa Cover vs Throw: Which Protects Best?
Stretch cover or throw-style protection for your sofa? An honest side-by-side on coverage, look, upkeep and which one suits your room. Read more...
A soft tape measure laid across the back of a sofa, illustrating how to measure a sofa for a cover.
How to Measure a Sofa for a Cover in 4 Steps (with Size Chart)
Measure your sofa correctly in four simple steps. Find the right cover size for a straight, L-shape or U-shape sofa without guessing. Read more...
A calm modern living room with a straight sofa dressed in a plain microfibre stretch cover in a warm neutral tone.
Sofa Cover vs Slipcover vs Throw: Which One to Choose
Compare stretch covers, loose-fit covers and throws, then choose the right sofa cover for your shape, fabric, fit and everyday use. Read more...
Covaba calm living room in warm neutrals with ivory walls, oak floor, beige sofa cover, sage cushion accent and a bordeaux throw
Calm Living Room Colour Palette: A Refined Tones Guide
A guide to choosing calm, refined tones for a living room — beige, greige, charcoal, ivory, sage, bordeaux — and how each colour shapes the room. Read more...
Covaba 4-seat IKEA Soderhamn modular sofa with chaise fitted in a soft greige stretch cover in a calm Scandinavian living room
IKEA Soderhamn Cover: Fit a Universal Stretch Cover (Guide)
A complete guide to covering the IKEA Söderhamn — modular sections, low silhouette, deep seats, and how to fit each piece of this sofa correctly. Read more...
Covaba folded ivory sofa cover resting on a wooden chair in a calm laundry room with soft daylight
Sofa Cover Care: How to Wash, Dry and Keep the Fit
A simple care routine for stretch sofa covers, wash, dry, refit and protect the fit, so the fabric and elastic stay in good shape for years. Read more...
Covaba three folded sofa covers stacked side by side: soft-touch microfibre, linen-look weave, and boucle-style on an oak surface
Microfibre vs Linen vs Boucle: How to Choose Sofa Cover Fabric
Compare microfibre, linen-look and boucle sofa cover fabrics on feel, durability, washing and the room each one suits, then choose with confidence. Read more...
Covaba beige stretch cover fitted on a 3-seater IKEA Kivik sofa in a calm Scandinavian living room
IKEA Kivik Cover Guide: Fit, Fabric and the Covers That Work
An honest, complete guide to choosing a cover for the IKEA Kivik — what the sofa is, how it changed, which sizes exist, and which covers fit. Read more...
Two removable sofa cushions measured with a soft tailor's tape
How to Measure Sofa Cushions for Covers (3 Steps)
Measure sofa cushions for separate covers in three steps: width, depth and thickness. Get a clean, made-to-measure fit and avoid returns. Read more...