The 10 Best Slipcovered Sofas of 2023

Slipcovered furniture is having a moment in the interior design world, and we're here for it. While the concept of removable, protective cloth upholstery has been around since the 1960s, the practice wasn't deemed all that chic. Today's iterations, however, are not only practical but also supremely stylish.

"Overall, slipcovered sofas are best for a casual living space," says Decorist designer Casey Hardin. "Traditional, modern, farmhouse, and coastal design styles are a great fit for the aesthetic."

If you're in the market for a couch that'll hold up under the daily wear and tear of a busy household, a slipcovered model might be just the thing. Plus, adding a slipcover can breathe new life into an older piece of furniture. In addition to the design style, you'll want to consider the upholstery material and maintenance requirements before buying a slipcovered sofa.

To help you narrow down your options, we rounded up the best slipcovered sofas below.

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Grandin Road

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Dimensions: 86 or 93.25 x 45.5 x 36 inches | Upholstery: LiveSmart® performance fabric | Fill: Feather and foam | Seat Depth: 28.5 inches | Care: Dry clean only

While it's hard to choose just one slipcovered sofa as the best overall, Grandin Road's Ava Sofa stands out from the rest. This best-seller has a corner-blocked, kiln-dried hardwood frame and plush foam cushions wrapped with a fluffy down blend and supported by interwoven webbing, plus has an extra deep seat for ultimate lounging.

More to the point, the slipcovered upholstery is removable and comes in six colors. The brand uses LiveSmart® performance upholstery, a moisture-repellent fabric designed to hold up for years of heavy wear. Just a heads up—spot cleaning and dry cleaning are recommended for this particular couch.

IKEA

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Dimensions: 85.87 x 34.62 x 34.62 inches | Upholstery: Cotton/polyester blend | Fill: Foam and polyester fiber | Seat Depth: 19.25 inches | Care: Machine washable

On a budget? Check out IKEA's notably plush and endlessly comfy 85-inch EKTORP Sofa. The timeless silhouette and neutral bone-colored upholstery offer exceptional versatility—it even comes backed with a 10-year warranty. We also like that the 90 percent recycled cotton-polyester fabric can be laundered in a standard washing machine, which is great news for anyone with a busy household who needs their sofa upkeep to be as easy as possible.

Serena & Lily

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Dimensions: 96 x 43 x 33 inches | Upholstery: Performance, velvet, linen, or cotton | Fill: Down, feathers, foam | Seat Depth: Not listed | Care: Spot clean

Believe it or not, high-end slipcovered furniture exists—and if you're open to splurging, the Norfolk Sofa from Serena & Lily is calling your name. This stately 96-inch sofa flaunts a solid oak frame with sturdy mortise-and-tenon joinery. The cushions have a foam-wrapped spring core with a down-filled casing, and the discreet slipcover offers a luxurious yet casual appeal.

Even better is the range of upholstery—the Norfolk comes in 122 options, ranging from solid and patterned designs in your choice of velvet, linen, cotton, or performance materials. Just take note that the slipcover is spot clean only, so it's more for aesthetics than practicality.

Maiden Home

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Dimensions: 60-95 x 38 x 34 inches | Upholstery: Performance linen | Fill: Down, feathers, fiber | Seat Depth: 27 inches | Care: Machine washable

If you're partial to linen, you should consider this slipcovered sofa from Maiden Home. Available in your choice of 13 neutral colors and three different linen upholsteries, The Dune's strong, tightly woven performance slipcover is machine-washable and boasts a stain-repellent finish. We also appreciate that you get to choose between two backs: one option features two long bench-style cushions while the other includes a handful of throw pillows in lieu of a normal back cushion. Plus, it comes in seven sizes ranging from 60 to 95 inches wide.

Wayfair

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Dimensions: 93 x 41 x 29 inches | Upholstery: Cotton, cotton blend, polyester, polyester blend, Sunbrella | Fill: Down feather blend | Seat Depth: 26 inches | Care: Spot clean only

The Carly Sofa from Wayfair's Custom Upholstery line is available in a whopping 72 different fabrics and colorways, including neutral colors and statement patterns. Though the cover isn't machine-washable, you can choose from various easy-to-clean materials, including a few performance options. This 93-inch couch has a sturdy wood frame with mortise-and-tenon joinery, down-filled sinuous spring cushions, and extra-deep seats, all at a relatively affordable price point.

Joss & Main Veana 84'' Slipcovered Rolled Arm Sofa

Wayfair

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Dimensions: 84 x 40 x 31 inches | Upholstery: Cotton, cotton blend, polyester, polyester blend, Sunbrella | Fill: Down blend | Seat Depth: 23 inches | Care: Spot clean only

Those who want to play around with patterned upholstery should consider Joss & Main's Veana Sofa. You can choose from over 70 slipcovers, including a few performance fabrics and several chic prints, like timeless stripes and understated Oxford. We also like that this couch has a kiln-dried wood frame with mortise-and-tenon joinery, which means it's built to last a long time, as well as a down blend fill that's extra comfortable. The rolled arms give it a traditional, farmhouse-friendly look, and it comes at a relatively affordable price point as well.

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Dimensions: 84 or 96 x 35 x 33 inches | Upholstery: Cotton velvet, cotton canvas, cotton linen, linen | Fill: Foam and feather down or poly fill | Seat Depth: 23 inches | Care: Machine washable; dry clean recommended

The made-to-order Amelia Sofa is real standout—not only is it available in two sizes (84 or 96 inches wide), but it also comes in nearly 30 upholstery options, including three shades of washed-cotton velvet. It features a kiln-dried wood frame, solid rubberwood legs, and down-filled cushions with sinuous springs and webbed suspension for impressive quality. Take note that although Sixpenny says machine-washing is doable for their slipcovers, they recommend dry cleaning for best results.

Pottery Barn

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Dimensions: 60 or 82 x 36 x 38 inches | Upholstery: Cotton, polyester, polyester blend, linen blend, Sunbrella | Fill: Foam with down blend or poly fibers | Seat Depth: 21 inches | Care: Dependent on fabric

Available in two sizes (60 and 82 inches wide), the PB Basic Sofa features a hardwood frame with mortise-and-tenon joinery. You get to choose from polyester or down-filled cushions and upwards of 80 upholstery options, including some machine-washable materials like basketweave and chenille. Depending on which material you choose, there's also a wide range of color options available, including both neutral tones and bolder hues like sierra red. With a classic roll arm design and loose, draped style, this sofa will always look good.

Lulu and Georgia

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Dimensions: 116 x 104 x 31 inches | Upholstery: Belgian linen | Fill: Not listed | Seat Depth: 23 inches | Care: Spot clean only

Lulu and Georgia's L-shaped Portola Sofa measures 116 inches on one side and 104 inches on the other, giving you ample room for everyone in the family. This sectional has a hardwood frame, elegant sloped arms, and 100 percent Belgian linen upholstery that looks and feels luxurious. Available in three neutral earth tones that give off a California casual vibe, the semi-attached slipcover can be spot-cleaned with upholstery shampoo.

Crate & Barrel Anza Scatterback Slipcovered Queen Sleeper Sofa

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Dimensions: 80 x 41.4 x 29 inches | Upholstery: Polyester | Fill: Polyfoam with down/feather blend | Seat Depth: 25 inches | Care: Machine washable cover

Our choice for the best slipcovered sleeper is the scatterback-style Anza Sofa from Crate & Barrel. It features five back cushions, plus two throw pillows and a bench-style seat cushion, each with a removable, machine-washable fabric cover. Measuring 80 inches wide with a 25-inch-deep seat, this couch unfolds into a Queen-size bed and includes a comfy innerspring mattress that overnight guests will actually enjoy sleeping on. Choose from five earthy colors, all of which are made with a linen-like polyester material that's both durable and attractive.

Final Verdict

Overall, we recommend the Grandin Road Ava Slipcover Sofa (view at Grandin Road), a durable sofa with a kiln-dried hardwood frame, plush cushions, and a slipcover made with performance upholstery. For folks on a budget, we suggest the IKEA EKTORP (view at IKEA), a standard sofa with comfy cushions and a removable, machine-washable slipcover.

What to Look for in a Slipcover Sofa

Style

As Hardin notes, while slipcover sofas tend to have a somewhat casual aesthetic, they go with various home décor schemes, including farmhouse, traditional, modern, minimalist, and coastal. Depending on the silhouette and upholstery material, some even lean more toward glam and contemporary design styles.

The whole point of a slipcovered sofa is to extend the lifespan of the sofa while allowing for heavy daily use. If you're planning on keeping it for several years or more, consider choosing a versatile design in a neutral hue that'll complement your evolving décor taste.

Upholstery Material

Slipcovers come in a wide range of textiles, each with its own aesthetic, feel, and maintenance requirements. We're talking linen, cotton, velvet, polyester blends, moisture-resistant materials, and performance fabrics—to name just a few. While many performance fabrics are machine-washable, others are dry clean or spot clean only, so be sure to double check the materials you're considering.

Maintenance Requirements

While your choice of upholstery is mostly a matter of preference, bear in mind that each material will have unique maintenance requirements. Some slipcovers are machine-washable, making them conveniently low-maintenance. However, many brands recommend spot cleaning or dry cleaning only, even with removable covers. Though you could ruin the upholstery in the wash, replacing it will only cost you the price of a new slipcover, as opposed to an entire couch.

FAQs

Who should have a slipcover sofa?

"Slipcovered sofas are great for families with young kids and/or pets!" says Hardin. "They provide that extra insurance that, even if there is a big spill, you can throw the slipcover in the wash and make it fresh again."

In other words, they're ideal for those with busy households, along with anyone who doesn't want to be overly careful while eating or drinking on their couch. They're also a great option for those who need a sofa upgrade but don't want to splurge on an entirely new piece of furniture—you can just add a new slipcover, and voilà!

How do you clean sofa slipcovers?

For machine-washable slipcovers, Hardin says that "it's best to wash with a mild detergent as infrequently as your lifestyle allows." That being said, some covers aren't designed for machine-washing, in which case you can spot-clean the material, get it professionally dry cleaned, or use an at-home dry cleaning kit.

"To extend the life of your slipcover," Hardin adds, "you can apply a Scotchgard treatment and/or strategically use throw blankets to add a layer of protection."

How long do slipcovers last?

"It's hard to say how long a slipcover will last, as it largely depends on how much it is used and washed," Hardin says, explaining that the more use the fabric gets, the shorter its longevity. "Washing with harsh chemicals will also shorten the life of your slipcover."

And as mentioned above, not all upholstery materials are created equal. Some hold up beautifully through dozens of washes while resisting stains and fading, whereas others may not be as resilient.

Why Trust MyDomaine?

MyDomaine contributor Theresa Holland is a freelance commerce writer specializing in textiles and furniture. For this story, she interviewed an interior designer for product suggestions, styling tips, and insight into the care requirements of slipcover sofas. Her final selections ultimately bore multiple favorable characteristics, such as a machine-washable cover, a solid wood frame, deep seats, customization options, or a design-forward aesthetic. You can find more of Theresa's bylines on The Spruce, Verywell Health, and Byrdie.

Best Overall

Grandin Road Ava Slipcovered Sofa

Best Budget

IKEA EKTORP Sofa

Best Splurge

Serena & Lily Norfolk Slipcovered Sofa

Best Linen

Maiden Home The Dune

Best Colors

Wayfair Custom Upholstery Carly Slipcovered Sofa

Best Patterned

Joss & Main Veana 84'' Slipcovered Rolled Arm Sofa

Best Velvet

Sixpenny Amelia Sofa

Best Custom

Pottery Barn PB Basic Slipcovered Sofa

Best Sectional

Lulu and Georgia Portola Slipcover Corner Sectional Sofa

Best Sleeper

Crate & Barrel Anza Scatterback Slipcovered Queen Sleeper Sofa

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