Picking the Right Futon Cover
Have you looked at the selection of futon covers lately? It’s like a universe of color and design. How do you find the right one for your sofa or bed? How do you narrow down the choices and more importantly, how do you keep from spending a fortune? Read on, my friend.
The first question to answer is where in your home is this futon? Is it a focal point in your living room? Or does it sit in the guest room? Is it for a dorm room or a bedroom? The answer to this question will give you the first key you need. If you can answer these simple questions before you go shopping you will save yourself time and headaches.
Futon covers come in a variety of fabrics, designs and colors. You can find everything and anything that suits or compliments your decor. Do you have a rustic decor in your living room? How about denim as your futon cover? Paisleys, Southwestern and Asian designs are all classic cover designs.
Futon covers can cost as little as $100 and as much as $600. The question is where is your price range? On the cheaper end, there are plain cotton and denim covers. Simple, utilitarian covers that get the job done. You can get faux leather for a few hundred dollars and that could be the perfect accent to complete the look of your living room or den. Some people prefer the feel of microfiber — which looks similar to suede. Silk is another option in cover material. Silk will look and feel amazing but don’t use it for a high traffic area.
If you have a big household, filled with kids, pets or roommates, then you will want to get a heavy duty cover for the futon. They make covers in traditional furniture fabric, the kind that is strain resistant. If rough and tumble describes your living room decor, then you will want to invest in a heavy duty futon cover. It is worth spending $300 now to avoid spending $150 every three years.
Picking the right futon cover is as easy as taking a few minutes to assess your family’s needs. Where is the futon? Who uses it? How often? Does it have to match a decor? Or is it going in the family room where nothing matches? Once you have these answers, the right cover will practically jump off the shelf and into your arms. Happy shopping!
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