There are also many advantages and disadvantages to using specific couch covers. Leather sofa covers made from animals such as cows and bears tend to be expensive when compared to other materials. Some of the advantages of leather include its ability to stay wrinkle-free on the surface, it is capable of absorbing body heat, and is capable of surviving for a fairly long period of time. So what about the drawbacks? Leather from the cow’s skin has limitations when it comes to the width of the hide. To have enough leather to cover an entire couch, there will likely be seams from the various pieces of hide that were bonded together to make the furniture covering.
The usual sofa fabric material is very common and is a great way to make a statement in any room. The advantages of this material include the wide selection of patterns that are available, as well as the many different colors and textures that can be combined with the style of any room. In addition, there are no limitations on the width of these covers, and a wide surface can be covered without the need for joining the fabric. These fabrics are quick to absorb dust and must be constantly cleaned. Sofa fabrics range in price from economical to extremely expensive, sometimes even equaling the price of leather.
Synthetic sofa materials no doubt make good couch covers, especially in homes where there are a number of children. However, the relatively low price is an indication of the quality of the fabric. Unfortunately, synthetic materials tend to be extremely hot, and the materials are usually not very comfortable against the skin. In general, the maximum age of synthetic materials is only about one year, after which, they start to break and look wrinkled.
