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The 11 Best Sofa Covers to Keep Your Couch Looking (and Smelling) Like New

Now, you can have pets and a pristine sofa — all under one roof.

couple and dog on a couch
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Whether your couch is brand-new or decades old, a washable slipcover will help to keep it looking fresh at all times. No reupholstering necessary!

Sofa covers generally come in two designs: They're either made of separate pieces of flexible fabric that completely encase the base of the couch and cushions, or they comprise thick pads of material that simply drape over the seat and stay securely in place with included straps. The latter option is better for temporary purposes (e.g., keeping your sofa mess-free while pet-sitting), while the former design is meant for ongoing use.

The Best Sofa Covers

    Whether you want to completely recover an old sofa in a new hue or are trying to find a close match for the color and texture of your current seat, these quick and simple solutions allow you to get the look you want on a dime. Easily safeguard your family's favorite seat from your kids' craft projects, muddy paws, and the occasional beverage spill with these top-rated couch covers.

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    1
    Best Overall
    1-Piece Stretch Sofa Cover
    Easy-Going
    Now 25% off

    Key Specs
    • Sofa width range:
    60-81 inches
    • Available colors: 35

    This best-selling polyester-spandex slipcover perfectly form-fits to your couch, by virtue of its stretchy fabric. The material is easy to wash, plus there's no off-gassing, so you can slip it on and enjoy using it immediately.

    The couch cover comes in an impressive spectrum of over 30 different colors (more than any other on this list!), ranging from understated to statement-making.

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    2
    Best High-Quality Cover
    Pixel Ultra Soft Stretch Sofa Cover
    MAYTEX

    Key Specs
    • Sofa width range:
    74-96 inches
    • Available colors: 7

    This machine-washable, two-piece cover fits couches in a range of sizes, giving you the ability to tuck and adjust it for a virtually seamless style. It also comes in sizes for covering chairs and loveseats, too.

    Because this polyester-blend sofa cover isn't stretchy, it may not be as soft — but it won't have the bumpy texture that some elasticized materials do. Reviewers say that even if it takes a little time to put it on properly, the end result is super impressive: It doesn't look like an obvious slipcover at first glance.

    3
    Best for Individual Cushions
    Box Cushion Sofa Slipcover
    Three Posts

    Key Specs
    • Sofa width range:
    72-92 inches
    • Available colors: 24

    Give your three-seater a brand-new life with this soft, stretchy, jacquard sofa cover. Its edges are elastic (instead of tie-back), so it'll form-fit to your seat. It also comes in an impressive range of colors.

    We like that it features individual cushion covers, so guests will automatically assume that this is the original upholstery of your couch.

    4
    Best Heavy-Duty Fabric
    Skirted Sofa Slipcover
    Latitude Run

    Key Specs
    • Sofa width range:
    up to 72 inches
    • Available colors: 1

    This skirted sofa cover is a deep, rich blue that pops in any room — but its thick denim material makes it an especially great pick for households with pets that tend to chew or scratch furniture.

    Multiple reviewers tout that the fabric feels nice and substantial. It's easy to clean, and it holds up far better than other thin slipcovers. It comes in both loveseat and sofa lengths, so make sure you measure your seat before you buy.

    5
    Best Short-Term Solution
    Slip-Resistant Sofa Cover
    Gorilla Grip
    Now 59% off

    Key Specs
    • Sofa width range:
    up to 70 inches
    • Available colors: 14

    Sometimes, you just need a short-term solution. It could be because you're expecting pets, children, or a whole lot of red wine to make an appearance over the course of your evening.

    This sofa protector has a suede-like texture with liquid-repelling capabilities. Its underside is thick and grippy, so it won't slide around as guests sit down and get up from your couch. If only they made one of these for your carpet, too!

    6
    Best Patterned Cover
    Damask Printed Sofa Slipcover
    House of Hampton

    Key Specs
    • Sofa width range:
    72-92 inches
    • Available colors: 6

    Patterned couch covers are surprisingly hard to find. But if plain hues just won't do, class up your couch with this damask slipcover.

    Comprising two pieces made of polyester and spandex, it's stretchy enough to fit most three-seater sofas. Plus, it's available in six different shades.

    7
    Best for Sectionals
    Textured Grid Right L-Shaped Sofa Slipcover
    Winston Porter

    Key Specs
    • Sofa width range:
    55-70 inches for sofa and 27-37 inches for chaise
    • Available colors: 17

    An L-shaped sectional couch is a big investment, so if the upholstery gets stained, it can feel like the whole thing is ruined. Thankfully, this two-piece sofa cover offers a far easier and cheaper alternative to replacing or recovering the piece.

    Available in a right- or left-facing style, reviewers love how soft its polyester-and-spandex fabric is, as well as how easy it is to remove for washing.

    8
    Best Patchwork Design
    Patchwork Scalloped Printed Furniture Protector
    Great Bay Home
    Now 14% off

    Key Specs
    • Sofa width range:
    up to 73 inches
    • Available colors: 3

    This patchwork sofa cover looks right at home draped across any loveseat. Unlike your family's heirloom quilt, this reviewer-favorite cover is meant to help shield the back, arms, and seat of your sofa from spills and messes.

    However, it doesn't grip as well as some other styles, so keep in mind that you'll have to tuck it into your seat cushions.

    9
    Best for Armchairs
    Stretch Chair Slip Cover
    H.VERSAILTEX

    Key Specs
    • Sofa width range:
    32-48 inches
    • Available colors: 12

    This cozy knit two-piece cover set can easily be slipped on and off an armchair to give it a like-new, reupholstered look. It comes in many different colors, and has a slightly fuzzy feel. We're sure your furry friend will make themselves right at home here!

    10
    Best Arm Covers
    Stretch Armrest Covers
    SUBRTEX

    Key Specs

    • Size range: 6.5-8 inch width
    • Available colors: 22

    It's a hassle re-covering the entire couch when just one part of it is worn out. If your sofa arms show wear and tear at the seams due to age, upholstery quality, or a pet's pesky chewing habit, you can get these small-sized covers that fit right over the arms.

    These armrest covers come in a pair, and are made of the same polyester/spandex blend as many full-sized covers. This particular model fits arms between 6.5 and 8 inches wide — and yes, they work with rounded or square sofa arms, according to reviewers.

    And no need to contrast as drastically as the picture shows! These come in 22 solid colors, so you can find a near-perfect upholstery match.

    11
    Best Ottoman Cover
    Square Ottoman Slipcover
    H.VERSAILTEX

    Key Specs

    • Size range: 27-32-inch length/width; 17-18-inch height
    • Available colors: 10

    This slipcover is perfect for giving your ottoman a brand new look. Made of velvet, it fits over the footrest and has an elastic bottom that secures it in place. (You can fold this part under to prevent it from showing.)

    “I’ve used this cover to match an ottoman to my navy-colored loveseat for a more cohesive, sofa-chaise look,” says senior home editor Melanie Yates. But because it's velvet, you'll want to make sure you have a lint roller on hand to get rid of any dust or hair that clings to it.

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