If you have a dated sofa or loveseat and are staging a home ~ don't despair! Since several others here on A/R have raved about Surefit stretch sofa covers, I was determined to try them. This week Room Solutions Staging was contacted by sellers who wanted us to use their existing sofa & loveseat to save the expense of renting new ones from us. The sellers had moved out, but left this furniture behind for staging the home; however, no offers had materialized in the first 3 months on the market and their agent recommended staging.
Although I was skeptical about using their furniture, I decided to try Surefit covers ... what a transformation! See how Surefit (along with our tables, art, lamps & accessories) brought new life to this living room:
We also transformed some other rooms in this home ~
If you're staging with a tired or dated sofa, try Surefit stretchy covers and see how they tranform something old into something fabulous! Thanks to Maureen Henry for her inspiration on this idea!
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They (sure fit) are just a real problem solver, arent' they. This looks fantastic.
Love it Maureen. What a great look you have created there!
Terrylynn ~ Surefit covers certainly do solve problems! I'm now a true believer after seeing the transformation with my own eyes.
Julianna ~ Thanks for your feedback. By the way, congrats on getting your RE agent's license ~ your clients will be extra lucky to have your staging expertise!
I'm gearing up to stage a bachelor pad with furniture that has definitely seen better days. The first thing I told the owner (after I got over the shock of the purple walls) was "SLIPCOVERS NEEDED!". When I do my shopping run, I will look for Surefit. Thanks for the timely post!
Maureen ~ All the pictures are great, but I love how you showed the before and after of their couches with the Surefit covers on. I really like them myself, but it's always nice to hear another testimonial!
great transformation of sofas, love that, lots of houses, have dated sofas, buying sleep covers is a very economical option, I have not used them yet but love to know Is there a specific place that you bought them from or from the ones available at discount stores ? let me know.
great pictures, shows the transformation very well.
Shobha
Maureen, these are awesome pictures. You worked magic with those slipcovers. Fantastic!
Marianne ~ Bachelor pads are often challenging, with older furnishings. Try Surefit and post your Before & Afters to share with us!
Kathy ~ Although these photos don't show the detail, these Surefit covers are pique so they have a great texture as well as updating the look of the sofas. It sounds like you've already discovered how handy they are when staging.
Shobha ~ I found these at JCPenney on sale (plus I had a 15% coupon that helped even more). The sofa size was reg. $199 but I got it for $85, and the loveseat size was $169 on sale for $70. You can also find them at Target, Ross, Marshall's, Bed Bath & Beyond, Linens N Things, etc. Don't pay full price!
Patty & Scott ~ Thanks for your nice comment. It's so much fun to bring a dated home into the 21st century to make it appealing to buyers!
Maureen, The pictures are wonderful--and so are those surefits. I use them not because my sola is old, just to add different colors and change the look and feel around!
Maureen you really upfated this place. Im sure the seller and agents are very pleased. great staging!
Carole ~ Thanks for mentioning that Surefits can be used to change the look of a room instantly! I'm going to use them on my sofas from now on for a fresh new look. I love these stretchy fitted ones because they are wrinkle-free and machine washable!
Fernando ~ Hopefully our staging updates will result in a sale before long! Thanks for your feedback.
I love everything you touch! Next time I have a bad day I will call you to touch me! :-)
Maureen ~ I love what you have done with these rooms. I use slipcovers all the time they are great. They have come a long way since our Mother's time. Great Pictures.
Karen ~ Thanks for the feature -- and call anytime!!
Barbara ~ I was amazed to see how far slipcovers have come over the years, yes! These stretchy ones just open up a world of possibilities, especially when staging. Thanks for your feedback.
Great Job Maureen! Big differences will help sell that home quickly! Regards-Kathleen G
Kathleen ~ Although no cosmetic repairs or updates were done here, just some furniture changes and creative staging made a dramatic difference. Hopefully this home will now get more attention from potential buyers. Thanks for your input!
I love Surefit, although sometimes I need T-pins to get it to fit snugly! The living room is totally transformed with the updated look - good job. Just don't sit on it! ;=)
Janis ~ These stretchy covers were nice and tight, but I agree they're best just for "viewing" and not for sitting on! They sure are handy for a quick change aren't they?