How to Measure for a Slipcover
and how to determine if you have a Sofa or Loveseat or another type with our guide below
Express Method
As a rule of thumb, measure the number of adults that can reasonably fit on the furniture at the same time
Armchair
Seats one adult
Loveseat
Seats two adults
Sofa
Seats three adults
Large Sofa
Seats four or more adults
The Accurate Method
If you are unsure how many people fit seated on your piece of furniture, you can also measure by following the steps below:
Take a measuring tape
Step in front of your furniture
Find the leftmost point on the arm
Hold the tape fast creating a straight line going across the sofa to the rightmost point of the furniture arm
This distance is the needed measurement
Here are the typical furniture types and widths
Armchair
Up to 43" long
Loveseat
56"-68" long
Sofa
75"-100" long
Large Sofa
Over 100" long
This is more of an introduction to understanding the fit. Please use the Fit Assessment tool in the Measurements & Dimensions section on the Product pages.
We are here to help
Browse through our most frequently asked questions
What about measuring the cushions?
Please use the Second Step of the Fit Assessment tool.
How does the Slipcover set handle different cushion shapes?
It handles them fine, but there are size limits of course. Please use the Second Step of our Fit Assessment tool to get a clear answer.
How do your slipcovers work?
Visit our How it works page to get the full picture.