What’s the most important piece of furniture in your living room? Allow us to guess – it’s most likely the sofa. And what’s the most important thing you need to keep your sofa safe, protected, and looking as good as new for a long time? Sofa covers and settee covers from Homebox.
No matter what the size of your living area may be, your sofa is where it all happens. It’s the central story around which everything is built. Where you settle down and gather for conversations, put your feet up with a good book and a cup of coffee or simply binge-watch your favourite TV shows with one hand in a bowl of popcorn.
But these great occasions can lead to spills, tears, and damage that can leave your sofa looking a bit worse for wear over time. We suggest an easy-to-use sofa cover you can slip onto your seating area. Our settee cover range is made from durable, stretchy fabrics that hug your sofa and help retain its unique shape and charm while protecting it.
Practical in every way, easy to use every day!
Our couch covers are super practical and can be machine washed regularly, so you can use them again and again and live on the sofa worry-free, without always having to worry about what could damage it. And if you have a larger modular or corner sofa, we also offer L-shaped sofa covers in a variety of fabrics and colours to fit yours.
If you’ve never considered a sofa cover before, and have a sofa that is not looking its best, then you should consider shopping for one online at Homebox – not only will it give your living area an instant makeover, but it will also feel like you have a whole new sofa for a much smaller price. Dress it up with cushions or other decor accessories and see it come to life in a whole new way.
Show your sofa some love and discover an entire range of sofa covers in different colours, fabrics, textures, and designs to uplift your sofa and living area today!
Measure across the front from the outer edge of one arm to the outer edge of the other. That single figure matters more than anything else. Add the seat depth, taken from the front edge back to the base of the backrest, and the height from the floor to the top of the backrest. Compare all three against the size stated on the listing before you order. Seat count alone is not enough, since two sofas described the same way can measure differently. A tape measure and two minutes save a return later.
Check your arm-to-arm measurement against the span printed on the listing. Homebox lists 2-seater sofa covers at 135-175 cm and 1-seater covers at 75-115 cm, both measured across the widest point. A sofa measuring 150 cm across sits comfortably inside the 2-seater span. A sofa measuring 180 cm needs a larger size. Sizes are listed as a range because the fabric stretches, so any figure within the stated range will fit. Measure before you order rather than relying on how the sofa was described when you bought it.
Corner sofas are usually covered in sections rather than with a single piece. Measure the long run and the return separately, then treat any chaise or detached footstool as its own unit. Order a size for each measurement, then line the seams up where the sections meet. Modular seating works the same way, which helps when only one section takes heavy wear and needs reupholstering. Keep every piece in one fabric and shade so the finished corner reads as a set. Sizes stocked vary by design, so browse the current range at Homebox before you plan the order.
Yes, as long as the cover is designed or fitted so it doesn't interfere with the reclining mechanism. Recliner seats travel through a wide arc, so a single tight piece stretched across the entire sofa restricts the footrest. Cover each seat separately instead, and check that the fabric sits clear of the lever or handle. Stretch fabric suits recliners better than a stiff woven fabric because it moves with the frame and settles back afterwards. Measure the seat in its closed position, then open it once the cover is on to confirm nothing pulls. Smooth the fabric back into the crease after each use.
Tucking is what holds a sofa cover in place. Push the fabric deep into the gap where the seat meets the backrest and into each arm crease, working along the length rather than pressing at one point. Foam grips or rolled fabric strips slot into those gaps and lock the tuck. Elastic hems and straps under the base handle the rest. If a cover still shifts daily, it is probably too large for the frame. Retuck after heavy use, since even a well-fitted cover loosens once several people have settled into it.
Many stretch sofa covers are machine washable, but always check the care label first. A large cover may not fit in most domestic washing machines. Wash it alone on a cool cycle so the fabric has room to move. Skip high dryer heat, which can slacken elastic and shrink a knit weave. Refit the cover while it is still slightly damp, and let it dry in place so it settles into the sofa's shape rather than drying flat and creased. Check the care label first, since heavier weaves and decorative finishes sometimes need a gentler setting.
A well-sized stretch cover recovers its shape after each wash. Problems usually trace back to a cover pulled to the very top of its range, where the fabric sits under constant tension and slackens sooner. Knitted weaves, including jacquard finishes, hold their form well and disguise light creasing between washes. High dryer heat is the fastest way to tire the elastic, so air drying is worth the extra hours. If a cover starts to bag at the arms, retuck it before assuming the fabric has given out.
A cover hides surface damage well. Faded patches, small stains, pet marks, and light scuffing all disappear underneath one. Structural problems still show through, so a sagging seat or a tired frame feels the same even with the cover on. Textured, mid-tone fabrics disguise older upholstery better than pale, flat colours, which sit closer to the surface and reveal every dip. Add a firm insert under a softened seat cushion first, then fit the cover over the top so the line stays level along the front edge.
Loose seat cushions usually need separate covers from the frame. A full sofa cover stretches over the body of the sofa, while cushions you can lift out take their own fitted pieces. Measure each cushion seam-to-seam and match that figure rather than sizing up. Standard sizes handle the scatter cushions on top. Ordering the frame cover and the cushion pieces at the same time keeps the fabric and shade consistent, which matters more on a sofa than on a single chair, because the eye reads the whole run at once.
Choose a tightly knit or closely woven fabric in a midtone. A tight surface gives claws nothing to catch, while loose loops and open weaves snag and pull. Midtones and small patterns carry crumbs and paw marks between washes far better than cream or pale grey. Keep a second cover in rotation so that a clean one goes straight back on while the first dries, making weekly washing realistic on a sofa in constant use. Blot spills while they are wet rather than letting them set into the weave.
Pick up a colour already present in the room, usually from a rug or a curtain, and repeat it in the cover. A neutral base in beige, grey, or cream lets the rest of the room carry the colour. Layer a folded throw over one arm for texture, and echo the same shade on nearby armchairs so the seating group holds together. Textured weaves such as jacquard add interest without adding pattern, which suits open-plan living rooms in Riyadh, Jeddah where the sofa is visible from the dining table.
Confirm three things: your arm-to-arm measurement, the stated size span on the listing, and the fabric care instructions. Read the stated size as a range rather than a single number, and make sure your figure falls inside it. Check whether the listing covers the frame only or includes separate pieces for loose cushions. Compare colours on screen against the light in your own living room, since fabric reads differently under warm lamps. Home delivery options are available at Homebox. Check the available delivery options, timings, and charges for your address at checkout.