How do you put an IKEA sofa cover on your sofa?

IKEA sofas are popular and for good reason! They are comfortable, elegant, and the price is sharp. However, just like other pieces of furniture, IKEA sofas can have a shorter lifespan without proper care and maintenance. One of the biggest advantages of having an IKEA sofa is that it’s easy to order the right sofa cover tailored to your choice of fabric, since all the model’s dimensions are already known. Covers for IKEA sofas are one of the best ways to give your sofa a makeover. After you’ve thoroughly searched for the right fabric for your IKEA sofa cover, there’s just one more thing to do: put the new sofa cover on and enjoy the fresh new look of your sofa. In this blog, we show the right steps to place a cover over your IKEA sofa so that the cover fits perfectly and the sofa looks like new again.

First remove your old sofa cover from your sofa

The first step in putting on your IKEA sofa cover is to remove the old worn sofa cover. If you want to reuse the fabric from your old sofa cover for a new purpose, be careful not to damage it, especially if it’s very worn and therefore fragile. To remove the old fabric without damage, first lay your sofa or armchair on its backrest so you can easily pull it off from bottom to top. Generally, it’s best to first remove the old cover from the cushions by unzipping the covers and pressing the cushions slightly, then carefully pulling the cover off. After that, you can detach the frame using the Velcro. Some models have separate covers for the armrests that are attached with Velcro.

Vacuum the sofa

After you’ve removed the old sofa covers, you’ll want to place your new sofa covers on a fresh and clean surface. Therefore, it’s recommended to vacuum the sofa thoroughly before putting your new IKEA sofa cover on. You can use any vacuum cleaner you have at home for vacuuming the sofa. Vacuuming the sofa is easy and quick with a handheld vacuum, as it allows you to clean hard-to-reach spots more easily. Regardless of the type of vacuum you use, it’s advisable to use the crevice tool that comes as an optional accessory with most vacuums. The crevice tool helps you reach tight spots. To vacuum the sofa thoroughly, always remove the cushions and any other removable parts first so you can vacuum underneath properly and also vacuum the cushions well. Although this may seem like an unnecessary step since you’re putting a sofa cover over it anyway, it’s still recommended. Over time, the sofa can collect many allergy-causing and irritating substances if it’s never properly vacuumed.

Start at the top of the sofa and make sure the Velcro on the sofa and sofa cover align

When putting on a new IKEA sofa cover, it’s essential to do this carefully to avoid wrinkles or to prevent the cover from looking like it doesn’t fit the sofa. Just like when you removed the old sofa cover, you should first remove all the cushions. Unlike removing the old cover where you work from bottom to top, when putting on the new sofa cover you start from the top and work your way down. Once the entire sofa is covered, gently pull the bottom of your sofa cover down. Then, run your hands over the entire sofa frame to smooth out all the folds. For all models, the cover is attached at the bottom with Velcro, except for the Ektorp models or the ‘Loose Style’ sofa covers where the cover hangs loose just above the floor. view IKEA sofa covers

Make sure the zipper closes easily

Now that the IKEA sofa cover is correctly placed over your sofa frame, the next step is to put the covers on the cushions. After you’ve vacuumed the cushions well, slide the cushions into the covers. The easiest way is to press them slightly and insert both sides into the cover at the same time. Then carefully pull the cover down. The sofa cushion covers fit very tightly, which gives the sofa a very nice appearance, but it also means they can tear or get damaged if you’re not careful when putting the covers on. After the cushions are fully covered, carefully close the zipper. With IKEA covers, it’s easy to see if they are correctly applied thanks to the extra thick decorative band that marks the cushion covers.

Conclusion

Putting on your IKEA sofa cover may seem more precise than you initially expected, but it’s important to pay attention to those small details to achieve the best result. This is very important both for the appearance and the durability of your new sofa cover! The sofa is now completely ready for a new round and looks elegant and fresh again! The only thing left to do now is grab a drink and relax on what feels like a brand-new sofa! view all products