What are armchair covers called?

antimacassar
An antimacassar /ˌæntɪməˈkæsər/ is a small cloth placed over the backs or arms of chairs, or the head or cushions of a sofa, to prevent soiling of the permanent fabric underneath. The name also refers to the cloth flap ‘collar’ on a sailor’s shirt or top, used to keep macassar oil off the uniform.

How do I find the right slipcover for my chair?

When choosing a slipcover, select a fabric that is tightly woven. Select a color or pattern that does not let the fabric underneath show through unless that is the effect you are after.

How do you measure for armchair covers?

Like recliners, wingback chairs are simple to measure:

1. Measure the chair’s back length, from the bottom of the chair leg to the highest part of the chair back.
2. Measure the cushion, starting from the outside of one side of the cushion to the other side.

Why is it called an antimacassar?

Antimacassar, protective covering thrown over the back of a chair or the head or cushions of a sofa, named after Macassar, a hair-oil in general use in the 19th century. The original antimacassars were made of stiff white crochet-work, but later soft, coloured materials, such as embroidered wools or silks, were used.

What is the point of armrest covers?

Ultimate furniture armrest protectors Ergonomically designed and contoured to your specific furniture piece, Custom Arm Cover Protectors dress the front of the arm from tip of the arm to the top of the seat cushion, and from the tip of the arm to the back of furniture.

How do you know if a slipcover will fit?

To get the proper size, measure from the outside edge of one arm to the outside edge of the other. If the slipcover comes with a skirt or a ruffle for the bottom, be sure to measure the distance from the floor to the bottom of your sofa as well.

Which type of sofa cover is best?

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

• Easy-Going Stretch Sofa Cover.
• Gorilla Grip Slip-Resistant Sofa Cover.
• MAYTEX Pixel Ultra Soft Stretch Sofa Cover.
• Damask Printed Stretch Box Cushion Sofa Slipcover.
• Textured Grid Right L-Shaped Box Cushion Sofa Slipcover.

Can you use a fitted sheet as a couch cover?

You can use fitted sheets to cover the cushions since you will be cutting the fabric. If you are handy with a sewing machine or needle and thread, you can also measure the couch cushions and sew covers for them out of your sheets as you would to make a pillow from scratch.

What is the fabric on bottom of couch called?

Cambric
Cambric is the fabric used to cover the underside of furniture to prevent dust and loose stuffing from falling out / to the floor. It’s purpose is to serve as a dust cover.

Are there couch covers on sale in Australia?

Buy Sofa & Couch Covers Australia | Armchair Covers on Sale! Don’t throw out that old couch – cover it and protect your furniture! Covers for couches and sofas can give old furniture a new lease on life, or allow old furniture to match a new paint colour or room style.

What can I use to cover the armrest of my couch?

CUSTOM Armrest Cover Cap for Sofa Couch. Crochet Armchair Cat Protector. Worn Sofa hides Stains Use. Furniture Protection. Chair Slipcover CUSTOM Sofa Arm Covers. Crochet Chair Recliner Cap for round Armrests. Cat Pet Protector. Slipcovers Protection for leather Couch Armchair. …

Where can I buy a cover for my chair?

Shop armchair covers to protect your fabric or leather chairs from spills and dust. Log onto Kogan.com to buy armchair covers available for less.

Can a couch cover be used as a recliner?

While finding the right cover may have been a chore in the past which required you to take extensive measurements, our brand-new couch covers are stretchy enough to cover and conform to any style of couch or sofa, armchair covers, and even single seat chairs or recliner chairs!