Size Guides

Choosing the right size is the single thing that decides whether a cover looks tailored or looks like a sheet. Each guide below gives you a measuring method, a conversion table and the size to select.

The three measurements that matter

1. Width. Measure straight across the outside of the arms at the widest point. This is what decides your size, and measuring the seat instead is the most common mistake.
2. Depth. From the front edge of the seat to the back of the backrest.
3. Height. From the floor to the top of the backrest.

A note on units. Measure in inches. Our size selector shows centimetres, because that is how covers are manufactured, so every guide gives you both.

If you fall between two sizes, choose the larger one. Stretch fabric tightens to the frame and the extra material tucks away. A cover that is slightly too small pulls at the arms and never sits flat.

Living room

• Sofa & Couch Slipcover Size Guide. Measure a two, three or four seat sofa and find the size to select.
• Sectional & L-Shaped Sofa Size Guide. For corner sofas and chaise sections, where a straight sofa cover will not fit.
• Loveseat Slipcover Size Guide. Two seat sofas vary from 57 to 73 inches. This tells you which side you are on.
• Recliner & Armchair Cover Size Guide. Reclining seats move, so they need a cover made for the mechanism.
• Futon & Convertible Sofa Size Guide. Measure in the folded sofa position, then check it opens without pulling loose.
• Cushion & Pillow Cover Size Guide. Cushion covers are sized to the insert, not to the sofa.
• Ottoman & Footrest Cover Size Guide. Shape matters as much as size: a round cover will not sit flat on a square top.

Dining and kitchen

• Dining Chair Slipcover Size Guide. Three checks tell you whether your chairs are within the universal fit range.
• Bench & Banquette Cover Size Guide. For bench seating, built-in banquettes and dining benches.
• Bar Stool & High Chair Size Guide. Counter and bar height stools, measured from the seat to the floor.
• Event & Wedding Chair Cover Size Guide. Folding and banquet chairs. Test on one of the venue's own chairs first.

Bedroom

• Headboard Cover Size Guide. Sized by the width of the bed, from Twin through California King.

Office

• Office Chair Slipcover Size Guide. Sized by the backrest, because that is what varies most between models.

Pets and outdoor

• Pet Blanket & Protector Size Guide. Cover the seating surface your pet uses, plus a margin so it stays put.
• Outdoor Furniture Cover Size Guide. Three dimensions, plus a margin. A snug outdoor cover is the wrong cover.

Still not sure?

Send your measurements to support@frenchcovers.com and we will tell you which size to order. Include the width across the arms, the depth of the seat, and a photo of the piece if you can. It takes us a minute and saves you a return.