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  • 2010
    • January
      • How to Select the Perfect Slipcover
        01/25/10
        Decorating with slipcovers should be an easy, fun and affordable way to perk up your home and we’re here to walk you through the process of choosing slipcovers that work best for you.

        Stretch and Cover slipcovers have just the right amount of stretch to provide a smooth FIT that will s

      • 2010 - The Year of the Slipcover
        01/05/10
        I know, you all think I’ve been dipping a bit too much into the eggnog but hear me out. 2010 - The Year of the Slipcover. Think about it. It has all types of great themes surrounding it.

        First, you have the going green aspect. You’re giving new life to your furniture and not throw

  • 2009
    • December
      • I Lost My Chanukkah Bush in the Couch Cushions
        12/18/09
        When I was growing up in New York City, holiday time was always interesting and exciting for me. I cherished going to Rockefeller Center to see the ice skaters and the giant Christmas tree and I liked the lights enveloping an already energized city to give it even more energy. And, I was a huge fan

    • November
      • A Few Words and Observations from Our President
        11/30/09
        We bought Stretch and Cover Slipcovers 6 months ago and have made numerous changes to provide our customers better service, quality, value and fit. As the President of the company I have noticed some very interesting results.

        • The most exciting result is that we introduced better and m

      • Will Slipcovers Save My Thanskgiving?
        11/17/09
        I’ve always been a bit ambivalent about the holidays. It’s great to have some time to connect with friends and family over meals but I don’t have to tell you it’s a whole boat load of work. Whether entertaining at home or having to travel to others, it’s always work and stress.

        This yea

    • October
      • How to Create Your Own Unique Look with Slipcovers
        10/08/09
        If you need a quick, easy, and relatively inexpensive makeover for a room or need to freshen up drab furniture, you might want to consider slipcovers! A slipcover can really transform a dreary piece of tired furniture to look fresh and new. Coordinate a roomful of mismatched furniture by slipcoverin

    • August
      • Decorating With Color
        08/26/09
        Color is one of the most important elements in decorating. Thousands of color combinations are possible, but you can use basic color information to create the color scheme best suited for your home and your personal taste.

        When you’re decorating with color there are some basic color terms

    • April
      • Take Drab to Fab with Sofa Slipcovers
        04/17/09
        When you are ready for a fresh new look for your home, consider having your sofa revived with a sofa slipcover. By using a sofa slipcover, you can choose your favorite fabric, change details like the skirt and save a lot of money versus having your sofa re-upholstered or purchasing a new sofa all t

      • Chair slipcovers, Get into the Mood of the Season.
        04/09/09
        If you are considering making a color switch for your chairs the current trends for the seasonal changes are pale blues, spring greens for spring, warm corals and crisp whites for winter, and neutrals and earthy browns for fall. This wide trend color makes it easy for anyone to find the perfect fab

    • March
      • Impress the Parents with a Loveseat Slipcover
        03/24/09
        You just arrived at your parents’ home to celebrate the holidays and much to your surprise, they have bought you brand new loveseat. While you are blown away by this generous gift, you are also uncertain to inform them of the two dogs and cat you have acquired since their last trip to your house.

      • Dining Chair Slipcovers Deliver
        03/16/09
        You can add new life to your dinning room by updating your dining chairs with dining chair slipcovers. By adding a rich color or texture to your dining chair with dining chair slipcovers, you can add a much-needed backsplash for added drama, style, or class to your dinning room.

        With d

      • Chair Slipcovers take Used to New.
        03/04/09
        You finally got your first apartment or house. Right before moving into your new place, you discover you need to purchase some furniture but that can be quite costly. Slipcovers are a great way to enhance the appearance of any piece of furniture saving you money by allowing you to purchased used f

    • February
      • The Loveseat Speaks Out; all I want is a Loveseat Slipcover.
        02/25/09
        Hi. This is your love seat talking to you. Wait, before you sit down, look at me. No, seriously look at me. Do you see how worn I have gotten because you just take me for granted? Do I not deserve better? Hey, wait. Do not think for a minute you can shut me up with that blanket throw. Get th

      • Help you and Your Sofa get out of a Rut with Sofa Slipcovers
        02/19/09
        You have been living within the same space with the same furniture for an extremely long time. You are in a rut and need a lift. You know it is time for a change in your life, but just cannot really figure out where to start. The same sofa you sit on day in and day out is crying out to you for a

      • A letter to our Master, We want Furniture Slipcovers
        02/06/09
        Dear Master, homeowner, friend,
        We, the furniture of your abode, have never really asked for anything from you. We have not complained when being sat on nor have we complained about spills and carelessness that our lovely owner and family have instill upon us. We have not complained about chi

    • January
      • Dining Chair Slipcovers can put you back in the Pink.
        01/16/09
        Are you thinking about making your dinning room a little more romantic? On the other hand, maybe you just want something easily assessable to you for those occasions you want to dress up your dinning room. Whether it is for one evening, for special occasions, or you simply want a new feel to your

      • How You Can Use Chair Covers to Reclaim Old Furniture
        01/12/09
        Old furniture can be reclaimed with good chair slipcovers. Furniture that you may have thought was beyond use can be brought back into play with a little help from you. All it takes is a small investment in chair covers, and a little bit of time.

        Many people like to shop yard sales an

      • Taking Care of Furniture Slipcovers
        01/06/09
        Furniture slipcovers are a great addition to any room, but only if you take care of them properly. There are different recommendations for different slipcovers. There is also a bit of controversy over what the right method of cleaning and drying is.

        To take care of your furniture slip

  • 2008
    • December
      • How a Chair Slipcover Can Add Color
        12/29/08
        Chair slipcovers can add color to a drab room. It can make the ordinary seem fabulous. Having a cover for your chair can bestow on your room a kind of visual impact that it didn’t previously have.

        Covering just one chair can make a world of difference. If all your living room furniture

      • Couch Slipcovers to Suit Every Taste
        12/22/08
        Are you looking for those special couch slipcovers that seem to be made just for your home? No matter what you have in mind, someone probably makes them. There are slipcovers for couches, in many colors for you to choose from.

        If you are looking for neutral colored couch slipcovers, y

      • Different Types of Sofa Slipcovers
        12/15/08
        Sofa slipcovers can turn a dingy eyesore into a fabulous center of interest in your home. You can change the whole look of your living room with the addition of just one slipcover. You have many styles to choose from.

        One kind of sofa slipcovers fits the sofas with arms that are reces

      • How Easy Is It to Put On a Slip Cover?
        12/05/08
        One of the major advantages of getting a slip cover is being able to put it on yourself. This eliminates the need for you to waste valuable time waiting around for someone else to see to your furniture needs. The only question is: how easy is it to put on a slip cover?

        Different slipc

      • Slipcovers Questions and Answers
        12/01/08
        Question: What is a slipcover?
        Answer: A slipcover is a plastic, or, more desirably these days, a fabric sheath that is placed on furniture for a variety of different reasons.

        Question: Are the covers made to protect furniture?
        Answer: Although they can do that, it is no

    • November
      • Slipcover Dreams
        11/24/08
        Just how comfortable is your slipcover? Perhaps you haven’t spent enough time on that particular piece of furniture to know. You should find out, in case someone has to spend more than a short time sitting there.

        There are several reasons why people end up sleeping on the couch. The

      • Perking Up Worn Furniture with Slip Covers
        11/17/08
        Your furniture can have a longer life if you use slipcovers. They allow you to go on using the furniture long after its upholstery has passed its prime. There is no need to throw out your furniture, when you can use slip covers to perk it up.

        On many couches or chairs, the fabric on t

      • Ready Made Slipcovers for Accent Chairs
        11/10/08
        Slipcovers can help accent chairs add that extra something to your rooms. Accent chairs are medium to small arm chairs. They usually provide a distinction from the other furniture in the room. Slipcovers can boost that contrast.

        If your other furniture is done in subdued colors, a da

      • Perking Up Worn Furniture with Slip Covers
        11/04/08
        Your furniture can have a longer life if you use slip covers. They allow you to go on using the furniture long after its upholstery has passed its prime. There is no need to throw out your furniture, when you can use slip covers to perk it up.

        On many couches or chairs, the fabric on

    • October
      • Plus and Cons of Slip Covers
        10/28/08
        There are some excellent reasons to buy and use slip covers. Some of these are obvious and some are more unexpected. There may also be reasons not to buy them. Before you buy, think about their pluses and cons.

        Plus: Buying and using them is less expensive than having your furniture

      • Ready Made Slipcovers for Dining Room Chairs
        10/20/08
        Dining chairs aren’t the first pieces of furniture people think of using slipcovers on. Most people would go to the expense of having their dining chairs reupholstered, or buying new ones altogether before they would think of it. Yet, you can get ready made covers for dining chairs.

        T

      • Things To Look For In Purchasing Slipcovers
        10/14/08

        Slipcovers offer a new way for your furniture to look, without the expensive cost of reupholstering the furniture or purchasing new furniture. The change that you can get from simply using slipcovers is drastic enough that others will believe that you have done these things! Most often, the

      • Ready Made Slipcovers for Loveseats
        10/06/08
        Loveseats can be revitalized by adding new slipcovers. In the not-too-distant past, it was nearly impossible to get ready made loveseat covers. They just didn’t come in that size. Now, most manufacturers make them available.

        Loveseats are charming pieces of furniture, designed to ho

    • September
      • Ready Made Slip Covers with Cushion Covers
        09/30/08
        Ready made slip covers often come as solid sheaths that encase the furniture as single pieces. Many of the covers you could buy over the years have had this design. Now, there are beautiful fabric covers that include cushion covers.

        Slip covers with a totally covered look can go great

      • Why Stretch Slipcovers Are Better Than Non-Stretch Slipcovers
        09/22/08
        If you explore the market, you will notice that there are some stretch slipcovers for sale these days. These are increasing in popularity, and for good reason. They offer advantages to the consumer that their non-stretch counterparts fail to provide.

        When you buy stretch slipcovers, y

      • Ready Made Slipcovers for Arm Chairs
        09/15/08
        Ready made slipcovers can jazz up aging arm chairs. The arm chair has been the forgotten furniture item in the household. It is often ignored until it is vary worn and stained, and then pitched with the trash. With ready made covers, you can keep using that arm chair.

        You can even dr

      • Wing Chair Slipcovers – A New Look For Your Business
        09/08/08
        Wing chair slipcovers can be used for different pieces of furniture, such as sofas, recliners or sectionals. Just because the material is starting to look old doesn’t mean that you have to throw out the furniture. If it’s still good, then it can be reupholstered.

        There are different s

      • What Is Your Slipcover Style?
        09/02/08
        Some people consider slipcovers as draperies for furniture. Slipcovers are the ultimate alternative to make your furniture look nice. The life of your living room, bedroom or office depends on what slipcover style and color you choose.

        There is no limit as to how you want to decorate yo

    • August
      • Ways You Can Work With Couch Slipcovers
        08/26/08
        Do you have an old couch that you just don’t want to get rid of? Are you looking to save your money for something else instead of buying a new couch?

        Well, there is a way that you can save money and still have your couch looking good. You can use couch slipcovers and put them on your ol

      • Using Slipcovers For Your Furniture To Make It Look New Again
        08/18/08
        If your furniture is old and facing wear and tear, you can use furniture slipcovers to give them life. Furniture slipcovers can be used for different types of furniture, such as sofas, loveseats, chairs and the list goes on and on. It is more cost effective to put slipcovers on your furniture to m

      • Using Decorative Pillows For An Added Touch With Furniture
        08/11/08
        Does your furniture look drab? If so, it may need to be spiced up some. Decorative pillows would be a great match. These pillows are nice because they’re small and not bulky. They also make your lifeless piece of furniture look alive again.

        You can have one or more than one layer of

      • The History Of Slipcovers
        08/04/08
        When slipcovers first came out, they were used as seating coverings for chairs. Back then, people spent lots of money for exquisite fabrics. The cotton ones evolved during the 19th century. A lot of slipcovers were found in America and the European countries.

        At that time, slipcovers

    • July
      • The Advantages Of Having Fitted Slipcovers
        07/28/08
        Fitted slipcovers are nice to have to use for your furniture. They really come in handy if you need to reupholster furniture that is old and worn. They’re also good to have if you’re on a budget and need to have your furniture upgraded. Slipcovers help to make your furniture look new again.
      • Sofa Slipcovers – What They Can Do For Your Sofa
        07/21/08
        Slipcovers can do miracles for your furniture, especially if you’ve had it for a while. Not only do they enhance the life of your furniture, they can also make your pieces look new again.

        If you were looking to get a new sofa, a good quality one would cost you about $1,000 or more. Th

      • T-Cushion Slipcovers – Slip On For A New Look
        07/15/08
        T-cushion slipcovers are easy to use for your old and worn out furniture. They are especially useful if you have furniture that you don’t want everyone’s children jumping around or spilling stuff on.

        T-Cushion slipcovers are loose seat cushions that have front edges on the outside. Th

      • Slipcovers – Why Do You Need Them?
        07/07/08
        People use slipcovers to protect their furniture. They are also used as an alternative when their furniture starts to look old and worn. Most people do it this way because they don’t want to or don’t have the funds available to spend on a nice piece of furniture that could cost them thousands of d

    • June
      • Slipcovers – Adding A Nice Touch Without Breaking The Bank
        06/30/08
        Slipcovers designs come in many styles, patterns and colors. It’s up to you as to what kind of design you want for your furniture. You can also pick out something that is not costly and still look good. Just because you like a designer style, doesn’t mean you have to go out and purchase a new pie

      • Ottoman Slipcovers – A Nice Touch For Your Furniture
        06/23/08
        Ottomans are nice to have for your home. They’re good to have to rest your tired and aching feet. Most ottomans are found in the living room and the bedroom areas. They can add a special touch along with a recliner. Even though you can sit on them, people seem to like them more for their feet.
      • How To Spruce Up Your Favorite Recliner
        06/17/08
        Does your favorite recliner look like it needs a facelift? If you can’t afford to get a new one or have someone reupholster your furniture, the next best thing is to purchase some recliner slipcovers. You can find a variety of them online in different styles, patterns and colors. No matter how yo

      • How To Select The Right Slipcover For Your Furniture
        06/09/08
        Selecting the right slipcover is important because you want your furniture to look new again. It is important that the colors match and that it fits properly. Some people just want to change the exterior of their furniture because it looks old and worn. In that case, you can just replace it with

      • How To Make Loveseat Slipcovers Inviting
        06/02/08
        Loveseat slipcovers have come a long way from when they first came out. The way they’re made and how they fit are not the same, either. Back in the days when loveseats first came out, you didn’t have loveseat slipcovers. The next best thing at the time was a cover from the couch or a sheet that y

    • May
      • How To Maintain And Keep Your Slipcovers Clean
        05/26/08
        Slipcovers are used to maintain the beauty of your furniture. It purpose is to keep off dirt, dust and prevent stains from getting on the original material. If you’re on a budget, going out and purchasing new furniture every time it gets stained or starts to get old is not feasible. Having slipco

      • How To Have Beautiful Slipcovers
        05/20/08
        You’re looking at your couch and you’re just tired of looking at it. It looks so old and raggedy, you just feel like lighting a match and burning it. However, there is a better way to get enhance the old upholstery and get rid of the hanging threads.

        You no longer have to look at the s

      • How To Determine Your Sofa Slipcover Style
        05/12/08
        With so many patterns, styles and colors to choose from, initially, it may be a burden trying to figure out what kind of slipcover you want for your sofa. However, there are some ways you can overcome your overwhelming factor in making a selection. Eventually, you will be able to find the slipcove

      • How To Decorate With Slipcovers For The Warm Months
        05/05/08
        Spring has sprung, and it’s time to have fresh colors for your furniture. If you’re on a budget, it can still work. You don’t have to spend a lot of money, especially since you don’t have to purchase new furniture. However, you should be open to creativity to see how this can work for your furnit

    • April
      • How To Choose A Good Fabric For Your Slipcovers
        04/29/08
        When choosing a slipcover for your furniture, you have to make sure it is sturdy enough to protect it from dust and stains. Don’t forget about the children who jump around all over the house. The pets sometimes have a field day when they’re let loose in the house.

        Despite that, you ca

      • Discount Slipcovers – What To Look For
        04/21/08
        Does your furniture look worn and torn? Is it time for a new sofa or recliner? Maybe you can’t get it right now because it’s not in your budget. If that’s the case, are you one of those who thrive for bargains?

        Fear no more, if you can’t get another sofa right now, the next best thin

      • Create Your Own Style With A Futon Slipcover
        04/16/08
        You’ve had your futon for some years now and it’s still holding up to a certain extent. The thread is starting to unravel and the material looks old. You really like it, but you know it’s time for an upgrade.

        You’re on a budget, so you really don’t want to spend money for a nice futon

      • Chair Slipcovers – A Special Piece That Can Make Your Chairs Unique
        04/07/08
        If you’re looking to spruce up your chairs, you may want to consider getting slipcovers for them. It would probably cost you more to purchase more chairs than it would to upgrade them with the slipcovers. Chair slipcovers are made from cloth fabric. They are specially cut and put together to fit

    • March
      • Armchair Slipcovers – A Regal Look For Your Home
        03/31/08
        An armchair is a chair that has an armrest on each side. The armrests are used to place your arms and rest them. The armrests help to hold up your arms and keep them comfortable. You should feel comfortable when you sit in an armchair. Armchairs can make you feel important, just by sitting in th

      • Canvas Floral Slipcovers
        03/19/08
        It is easy to re-décor. Slipcovers give you the opportunity to change the color of your décor any time you want to do so. Your house can be all in one color one day, and you can have a living room filled with colors the next. Mixing a solid sofa slipcover with armchair prints slip covers can add a d