Recommendations for choosing a bedspread
Selection tips:
- The decorative design of the blanket should create a harmonious combination with other interior elements, such as curtains, pillows or rugs.
- If there are pets in the apartment, it is not advisable to choose a bedspread made of silk or satin, as puffs quickly appear on it.
- A furniture set, in the form of a sofa with armchairs, can be decorated in the same style, or you can use separate covers for them, differing in color and texture.
- It would be better to cover the structure with an ottoman with a blanket, draping it slightly carelessly over the seat.
- A universal option is an elastic eurocover, which allows you to decorate furniture of any non-standard shape, for example a round structure, a sofa with a ledge or armrests.
- For a leather sofa, soft blankets that retain heat well are suitable. To prevent the cape from slipping off this upholstery, you should consider ways to attach it or choose non-slip models made of cotton or bamboo.
- A long sofa can be visually shortened and expanded if you lay the bedspread across the structure.
Advantages and disadvantages
A blanket on a sofa is a piece of furniture familiar to all of us from early childhood. We associate it with home comfort, softness and warmth of the family hearth, which we so want to recreate in our own apartment. But if you look at this issue impartially, you should highlight the advantages and disadvantages of such soft products.
Let's start with the pros:
- Protecting furniture from dirt and damage;
- Home interior decoration;
- A wide range of colors, sizes and styles to choose from;
- Possibility to choose a product made from natural raw materials.
It is worth mentioning the “pitfalls”:
- It is extremely difficult to choose a blanket for a sofa for a modern interior;
- High prices for exclusive products;
- Products made from natural materials can cause allergies.
New products in the field of design allow you to choose a product for any, even the most daring interior. If you are not afraid of such shortcomings of products, we will further highlight their features.
A stylish bedspread can set the rhythm of the entire interior
Types of bedspreads
There are several main categories:
- Tension models with elastic. The dimensionless Euro-cover completely follows the curves of the sofa structure and allows you to achieve the effect of natural upholstery, without irregularities or folds.
- Universal. They are simple non-fixing canvases that simply cover the surface of the sofa.
- Fragmentary. They involve the design of certain furniture fragments and are distinguished by fastening in the form of Velcro or ties.
- Functional. These accessories not only perfectly fulfill their main purpose, but can also be waterproof, have heating, cooling, ventilation or massage functions and thereby create additional comfort.
The photo shows a stretched blanket with an elastic band used to decorate a small sofa in the interior.
A large number of covers, which can be classic and simple fabrics or models with additional functionality, can become a decoration for any type of sofa structure, for example, corner, straight, island or Eurobook.
Cut
Since beds of different models have one or two backs, the cut of the bedspread for them will be different. In one case, it is necessary to cover three sides of the bed, and in the other, only two.
It also matters how the bed is positioned in the bedroom. When there is an approach to it from both sides, the bedspread goes down symmetrically along the sides of the bed.
If the sleeping place is built into a block of furniture and pushed against the wall, then it is better to opt for a model that simply covers the mattress.
So, what options can you find in domestic stores?
- Full size for bed without footboard. Measure the width of the bed, add 3 cm to this measurement for a loose fit. Also measure the length with an allowance of 3 cm. Then determine how many centimeters on each side from the surface of the mattress to the floor. Add this value twice to the width and once to the length. That's all. You can go shopping.
- Full size for bed with footboard. In this case, the increase in height is done only for the width.
- Hotel type. In this case, only part of the bed up to the pillows is covered. In this case, you need decorative “daytime” pillowcases that come with the bedspread.
- Two-layer . The top is made of decorative synthetic fabric. And the lower part is made of natural fibers.
- Double-sided . Both the bottom and top sides can serve as the "face". They may differ in color or design. If you simply turn the bedspread over and put it on the other side, the room will sparkle with new colors. And your mood will change.
- Three-layer . Between the lower and upper parts of the cut there is a soft volumetric filler such as holofiber, synthetic down, etc. In this case, minor flaws in making the bed will be reliably hidden by the soft volume of the top sheet.
- With valances. The finished product consists of a rectangular piece the size of the mattress, framed by a wide border of the same material or fabric of a contrasting color. Yes, rustic valances have returned to fashion in a modified form. Moreover, looking at these beautiful, sophisticated models, you cannot say that their roots go back to rural life.
- With frills. Full-length bedspreads or models with valances are often decorated with frills and ruffles.
- Track. You've probably seen a contrasting color runner on top of the main bedspread in hotel rooms. It has a purely aesthetic meaning. It's very easy to sew. And having one main bedspread, you can lay multi-colored runners on top of it. In this case, your bed will have a new look every day. At the most modest costs for this.
- Composite . One model combines 3 or more fabrics. They may differ in color, texture and composition.
Shapes and sizes of capes
The styles of these products completely depend on the upholstered furniture and the location on it. These can be simple models or one-piece and composite covers.
The photo shows a sofa decorated with a large patterned one-piece bedspread.
Some capes are suitable for decorating not only folded, but also unfolded furniture structures. Bedspreads can have universal or non-standard sizes, be small, medium, wide or large, hanging almost to the floor.
How to decide on the size
The size of the blanket depends on the furniture model. For example, for a sofa with soft armrests, you should choose a product half a meter longer. Manufacturers produce bedspreads of standard parameters: euro, double, one-and-a-half.
- One and a half. The sofa cover has standard dimensions of 140 x 200 cm. Textiles are selected so that the edges protrude a few centimeters, but the blanket should not reach the floor.
- Double. The width of the blanket is 170 cm and the length is 210 cm. In European countries, the optimal dimensions are 180 x 200 cm.
- Euro. The width of the bedspread is 200 cm and the length is 220 cm. They can be used as a blanket or bedding when going outdoors. There is also a maxi-size euro, which appeared on the domestic market relatively recently. These are quite large products, the parameters of which are 220 x 240 cm or 240 x 260 cm.
Before choosing a blanket, you need to measure the sofa in width, height, and length. The cape should be about 15 centimeters wider than the sleeping place. In addition, if there is a couch or chair in the room, you can choose a throw of the same color for these pieces of furniture.
What fabric to choose for the bedspread?
The choice of material is the main factor that determines the service life of the product and the comfort of the interior. Both synthetic and natural textiles are used for manufacturing; the most common are tapestry, jacquard, wool, fleece, velvet, velor, linen models or capes made of cotton, burlap and plush.
The photo shows a burgundy velor bedspread on a light sofa in the interior.
Woolen blankets not only decorate the sofa, but are also very warm, which is especially important in the cold season. Products made from tapestry and velor are durable, easy to wash and do not slip. In the case of pets, for decoration it is better to choose denser fabrics with a smooth surface.
Manufacturing materials
In addition to design features, bedspreads for corner sofas also differ in sewing materials. The choice of sofa covers must be taken with responsibility, since low-quality fabric will quickly become unusable and lose its aesthetics. The fabric for sewing covers for upholstered furniture should be wear-resistant, resistant to stains, have a pleasant and delicate texture, and be easy to care for.
Fabrics that are too heavy are inconvenient to wash, and lightweight fabrics will constantly slide across the upholstery of the sofa.
Most often, the following materials are used to make covers for upholstered furniture:
- tapestry. Quite dense, hard and durable material with high decorative properties. It retains its original appearance for a long time, does not collect dust, is easily machine washable and does not need ironing;
- microfiber. Quite dense, but soft and pleasant to the touch fabric with high hygroscopicity. The material is easy to wash, dries quickly, and has a wide range of colors. But over time, pellets appear on it, and when washed in hot water, the microfiber can shrink;
- acrylic. It is a synthetic material with high technical characteristics. The fabric is smooth and pleasant to the touch, and has a warming effect. Acrylic bedspreads do not require special care. Various types of dirt can be easily washed off their surfaces;
- velours. It is characterized by hygroscopicity, wear resistance and velvety structure. Caring for them is not difficult. Velor covers are easy to machine wash on a delicate cycle.
When choosing a bedspread for a corner sofa, you need to take accurate measurements. Small covers will be too tight on the product, while large ones will give it an untidy appearance. Video: How to sew a blanket for a corner sofa with your own hands
How to beautifully put a blanket on the sofa?
Covers can be placed separately on the back, only on the seat, or completely cover the entire piece of furniture along with the armrests.
The photo shows the interior of the living room and a sofa with a bedspread located at an angle.
An interesting solution would be to partially position the bedspread or place it at an angle.
How to cover a corner sofa?
For the decoration of a corner structure, both one-piece canvases and several separate covers at once are equally suitable. If the sofa is located in the center of the room, its back should also be protected by a cover.
Fragmentary products, due to special fastening elements in the form of buttons, elastic bands, cords or metal fittings, hold tightly and do not slide off the non-standard sofa structure.
The photo shows a corner sofa in the living room interior, covered with light-colored bedspreads.
Cape colors
There are a huge variety of color solutions for this textile, for example, products can be green, light green, turquoise, orange, yellow, burgundy, blue, black, violet, beige, blue, gray, white, or even have a two-color design with a combination of different colors.
It is not advisable for the blanket to have a shade that is not repeated in the surrounding interior space or matches the color of the upholstered furniture; this will deprive the blanket of its individuality. Capes in more neutral and discreet colors with soft textures do not create bright accents and create a calm and peaceful design.
The photo shows a light green knitted blanket on a gray sofa in the interior.
Sofa bedspread design
Original design options.
With drawings, patterns and ornaments
Such capes have a more presentable appearance and allow you to create a certain atmosphere in the room. For example, products with linear and striped patterns fit perfectly into any interior variations; blankets with geometric patterns look no less successful.
The photo shows a compact sofa decorated with a checkered bedspread with large squares.
Checkered bedspreads are quite an interesting design solution. This option can be a large cage, small, vertical, double or consisting of squares. The most beautiful and complex designs are considered to be patterns in the form of flowers or animal prints like zebra, leopard or tiger.
Quilted
They have a truly attractive appearance. Thanks to the stitching, the surface of the quilted model looks more neat, elegant and very stylish. In addition, by stitching with threads, it is possible to create a variety of patterns in the form of lines, squares, herringbones and other fancy designs.
Fluffy
They combine simplicity and chic, add softness, tenderness to the atmosphere and give pleasant tactile sensations.
Knitted
Modern crocheted and knitted bedspreads are particularly cozy and stylish. Such openwork products soften the overall design, making it more sophisticated.
In the photo there is a large knitted bedspread in a turquoise shade used to decorate a sofa in the living room.
Patchwork
Capes in the patchwork style are a variety of multi-colored pieces of fabric with a specific geometric theme, which are real masterpiece patchwork paintings.
Grass blanket
Such a full-fledged decorative element with pile allows you to visually change the spatial appearance, create the necessary accents in the room and simply complement the interior, giving it peace, coziness and comfort.
With frills
A bedspread decorated with frills looks very cute, gentle and pretty and fills the atmosphere with lightness and coquetry.
The photo shows a sofa with a black reaper bedspread in black, decorated with frills.
Bilateral
This product has a front and back side, which can equally be used as decoration. With the help of a double-sided blanket, you can easily transform the space and change the mood in the room.
A selection of original capes
A bedspread in the form of a skin made of natural or artificial fur will bring special chic and luxury to the room. However, it is better to use this design in doses so that it does not look tasteless. Also, a real interior highlight can be blankets with fringes, which undoubtedly attract attention and form a more thoughtful design.
The photo shows a skin-shaped bedspread on a beige sofa in the living room interior.
Original capes complement any room favorably, become its main accent and allow you to achieve visual correction of the space.
How to choose
You need to choose a blanket for sofas and an armchair, taking into account a number of recommendations.
- Matches the style of the room. The model should not get out of it. You need to take into account the design and how old most of the things in the room are. If it is old enough, then choose classic fabrics; modern ones will look out of place.
- Drawing. Must match the curtains. Ideally in one color. A strong difference will create the feeling of an unfinished design.
- Compatible with upholstery fabric. This criterion is taken into account if the coating does not completely hide the furniture. An unsuitable bedspread will look ugly.
- Neutral color. A design that will not accentuate the look and simply complement the interior. Used in any room from the living room to the nursery.
You need to purchase products from well-known brands, the quality of which will not be in doubt. A consultant in the store will help you understand which bedspread to choose.
Photos of capes in the interior of rooms
This textile decor is almost indispensable in interior design.
How to cover the sofa in the living room?
The choice of a cape in the living room primarily depends on its style. Often here they use textiles decorated with a simple print and complement it with the same type of pillow covers or use fluffy and fleecy models that are particularly soft. No less attractive are knitted blankets with a unique and amazing texture that fit harmoniously into most design solutions.
The photo shows the interior of a modern living room with a yellow knitted blanket on the sofa.
Plain textiles will be a classic option, and bedspreads with striped, checkered or floral prints in the form of fancy weaves can add some color to the room.
To the nursery
Textiles for a sofa or sofa for a child should be particularly practical, natural and not cause allergies. In a girl's nursery, capes in warmer peach, pink, beige tones or models decorated with decor in the form of ruffles, bows and lace patterns would be appropriate. A boy's room can be decorated with a simple bedspread or elastic covers with elastic in cool blue, green, gray or blue shades. For teenagers, more creative and youthful options are being selected that can become a bright and fashionable accent in the room.
In the photo there is a sofa in a boy’s nursery, covered with a quilted blanket in a blue shade with a pattern.
To the kitchen
A bedspread or cover made of microfiber or polyester for a kitchen sofa is considered an elegant and very pragmatic solution with which you can preserve furniture upholstery from dirt, create a comfortable, cozy atmosphere and, due to a certain color scheme, transform and enliven the interior.
Examples of capes in various interior styles
A plaid can complement upholstered furniture in any interior style, be it Provence, country, classic, maritime, Scandinavian, boho, ethno-style or others.
- For a room in a Scandinavian style, bedspreads in discreet gray, brown, beige, white, black and white colors, checkered items or fur and wool blankets are especially suitable.
- For rustic country, textiles with animal, plant patterns or patchwork techniques are often used, and for French Provence, vintage models with floral prints in pastel colors, decorated with ruffles and frills, are chosen.
The photo shows gray and black and white bedspreads used to decorate a sofa in a Scandinavian-style living room.
- In a classic interior, carpets or tapestry, velvet, thin satin, silk bedspreads, embroidered with golden threads or decorated with luxurious ornaments are appropriate.
- For marine styling, they prefer practical and durable plain linen, cotton and coarse fabrics or striped textiles.
- Ethnic style is characterized by blankets made of silk, organza or satin with elegant patterns, fringe or tassels.
