| Fabric chair covers are very popular because they | | | | generally get what you pay for. The smaller |
| can enhance the look of any chair very quickly. They | | | | independent shops are usually specialists and will |
| also retain the natural texture of the original fabric and | | | | charge more, but their craftsmanship and experience |
| hold you in position. The quality and feel of the chosen | | | | will yield a much more satisfying result. You need to |
| cover is important to make it look natural and to blend | | | | decide if your chairs are worth it. |
| in with the overall structure of the chair. Badly fitting | | | | Cheaper chairs such as those produced in the far east |
| covers can show crease lines and can start to sag at | | | | are of inferior quality and this is reflected in their |
| the edges when any weight is added to them. | | | | durability and the way they age. Poor quality fabrics |
| To stop this happening you can have tailored covers | | | | can often become faded much faster, and they will |
| that replace the original fabric. This is perhaps the next | | | | show signs of wear and tear. These kinds of chairs |
| best thing to a full upholstery and is much less | | | | are ideal for using covers. In a few minutes you can |
| expensive. If you go for this option it is vital that the | | | | make them look brand new again. Piping can also add |
| chair is in good overall condition. Check the springs and | | | | a quality feel to the covers and provides depth and |
| the joints to make sure they are still supporting the | | | | definition. If you are feeling daring you can add the |
| chair. Damaged springs can cause sagging, even with | | | | piping yourself, a quick lesson in sewing is all it takes. |
| a new cover on top. There will be a sense of | | | | Most people decide to cover all their chairs at the |
| disappointment if you see your new chair cover sag. | | | | same time, and a good example is covering dining |
| There is a multitude of fabric styles and designs that | | | | chairs for dinner parties. It is a cheap way to transform |
| will look good with any chair combination. Many online | | | | the entire look of the room, and matching table cloths |
| retailers have extensive catalogs that you can browse | | | | and place mats complete the look. All of this can be |
| over the internet. Home improvement stores will also | | | | created for under $20, and having a few different |
| stock many colors and textures that you may not | | | | chair cover sets for special occasions is a wise |
| have thought of at first. Prices vary quite a lot, and you | | | | investment. |