Slipcovers as Tailored Clothing for Your Furniture
The Art of Preservation
A slipcover is more than protection. It\'s a second life for furniture that holds memories—hand-measured, pattern-matched, and tailored to drape like the piece was always meant to wear it. Think of it as preservation that doesn\'t require permanence.
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When Slipcovers Are the Right Answer
Young Families & Pets
You have a beautiful sofa and a three-year-old with a juice box. These realities don\'t have to be in conflict. Washable slipcovers mean you can have nice things without living in fear. When the inevitable happens, you unzip, wash, and reinstall. The furniture underneath remains pristine for when the kids are older.
Renters & Changing Spaces
Landlord furniture is rarely what you\'d choose. Slipcovers let you create a unified aesthetic across mismatched pieces, protect furniture that isn\'t yours, and take your investment with you when you move. We\'ve seen clients carry the same set of slipcovers through five apartments over a decade.
Heirlooms You Want to Preserve
That chair from your grandmother is irreplaceable, but also unusable if you\'re afraid to sit in it. A custom slipcover protects the original upholstery while letting you actually live with the piece. Remove it for photos or special occasions. The rest of the time, enjoy it daily without anxiety.
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Anatomy of a Custom Slipcover
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[Side view of sofa with custom slipcover showing construction details]
Fabric Options for Slipcovers
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Transformation Stories
[Worn sectional with stained fabric and sagging cushions]
The Family Room Survivor
This sectional lived through three kids, two dogs, and fifteen Brooklyn winters. The original upholstery was beyond saving, but the frame was solid hardwood. A washable cotton duck slipcover gave it another decade of service.
Common Questions
How does fit compare to ready-made slipcovers?
Ready-made covers fit like a t-shirt from the rack. Custom covers fit like a tailored suit. We measure every curve and tuck, draft patterns specific to your furniture, and adjust during fittings. The result looks upholstered, not covered.
Can I wash them?
Most of our slipcover fabrics are washable, and we pre-shrink everything before cutting. We provide specific care instructions based on your fabric choice. Generally: remove, machine wash on gentle, tumble dry low, reinstall while slightly damp.
How long do they last?
With proper care, 10-15 years is typical for quality slipcovers in regular use. We've seen cotton duck covers last twenty years in family homes. The fabric wears out long before the construction fails.
Should I order backup covers?
Some clients order two sets and rotate them seasonally—lightweight linen for summer, heavier cotton for winter. Others prefer one excellent set. There's no wrong answer.
What if my furniture has an unusual shape?
Unusual is our specialty. Curved backs, rolled arms, tufted cushions, attached pillows—we've covered it all. The process takes longer because we draft custom patterns, but if it can be upholstered, it can be slipcovered.
Timeline & Investment
Most slipcover projects take 3-5 weeks from initial consultation to installation. This includes fabric ordering, pattern drafting, construction, fitting adjustments, and final installation in your home.
Every project is unique. Contact us for a personalized quote that includes consultation, fitting, and installation for your specific furniture and fabric needs.