12 Sofas with Washable Covers That’ll Stand Up To Any Spills and Stains
When it comes to the furniture you buy for your home, the sofa you choose is arguably one of the most important, if not the most important, purchases you’ll make. But once you’ve found the sofa of your dreams, how do you make it last a long time? This is why sofas with washable covers were invented.
From finding the right size for your space to deciding whether or not you want to go big with a deep, cozy sofa, the way you live factors a lot into what kind of sofa you choose. One of the most important choices comes down to fabric and finding designs that can withstand all you throw at them (sometimes quite literally). Here are the washable sofas recommended most by Apartment Therapy editors.
Our Top 3 Favorite Washable Couches
- Best Overall: Castlery Owen Chaise Sectional Sofa
- Best Budget: MOONCAST Modern Sofa Couch
- Best Splurge: Pottery Barn York Slope Art Slipcovered Sofa
Read more about what we thought about these sofas below.
What to Look For in a Sofa with a Washable Cover
Sofas with washable covers offer added versatility because they’re so much easier to keep clean than those without. However, it’s important to keep in mind a few important criteria when making your selection.
- Material: Not all washable covers are created equal. Natural materials, like linen and cotton, are typically softer to the touch, while synthetics like polyester can withstand more wear and tear. Canvas is a happy medium, because it’s resistant to pilling, wrinkles, and fading, and is still durable. Look for “materials that are treated” or “performance” materials that are designed to repel stains.
- Care instructions: Just because a cover is washable doesn’t mean you can put it in your washing machine at home. Some slipcovers are still dry-clean-only, so be sure to carefully review the care instructions to make sure you don’t damage your couch cover while trying to clean it.
- Size and color: Just like regular sofas, sofas with washable covers come in a wide range of shapes, sizes, and colors. Choose one that not only fits your space, but also the frequency of use. For example, a light-colored couch cover will need to be washed more often if it’s in a highly trafficked area than a darker one because it will get dirty faster.
While some homeowners are perfectly fine with choosing a performance fabric that’s easy to clean, others enjoy the flexibility of sofas with washable covers that allow you to tackle the nitty-gritty of messes and stains with ease. If you fall into the latter camp, you’re going to love the following picks. Below, we rounded up 12 of the best sofas with washable covers.
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