How to update your old couches
Related Discussions
Vinyl plank flooring vs pergo (laminate)
I currently have stinky dirty carpeting in my living room and I want to replace it with a durable flooring that can stand up to dogs and kids.
How to remove popcorn ceiling that has been painted?
Does having a paint over a popcorn ceiling change how I'd remove the popcorn ceiling?
How to apply peel and stick wallpaper?
I want to spruce up my walls with peel-and-stick wallpaper. Has anyone used this before and can advise me as to how to apply it properly?
How to stain wood floor?
I've heard staining is a good technique for updating floors. So how do I stain my wood floor?
How can I redo a 64 year old fruitwood dining room set?
I would like to replace handles and change color of wood. The cane back chairs need repair and I would like to know if perhaps I can cover them.
How to refinish old wooden stadium seats?
How to refinish wooden stadium seats
Add new pillows in different patterns and colors. You can also add a bright throw. We can't afford new furniture so I go to Hobby Lobby and get pillow forms and covers. Each week they have a 50 percent off coupon so you can buy in stages and save a bundle
Add accessories or you can paint them
slip covers....or in my case....fleece blanket across the back.. down the front to the seat cushion and tuck it in .....smooth out the remainder for the seat front. My couch is a neutral beige not much will clash. At the moment I have navy on the couch and a floral throw to hide under.
ps I have pets that shed.....fleece washes well and dries quickly.
Yep if you can't afford anything else fleece is great. I made these "slip covers" out of four $3 fleece blankets. I just basted them in place. When they get soiled I can replace and maybe even then just pin them. If you use DFM's idea a long pole can hold the blanket in place behind the cushions. T pins are great too for projects like this.
slip covers
Slipcover, reupholster, add new throw pillows, drape a beautiful throw over it.
Make sure it has no stains, tears or rips and that the seating is not saggy. All else is cosmetic. Like others mentioned, a blanket throw and some throw pillows will brighten things up!