Sofa and chair covers

Abstract

A cover is provided for covering upholstered furniture having a base section forming a substantially horizontal seat cushion support, a cushion supported by the cushion support, and a back extending from the base section adjacent to an edge of the cushion support. The cover includes a first panel configured to cover at least a part of a top surface of the cushion of the upholstered furniture; and a second panel connected to the first panel and configured to cover at least a part of the back of the upholstered furniture; wherein the second panel is further configured to extend up and over the back of the upholstered furniture and includes a first section configured to be positioned adjacent to a forward facing surface of the back of the upholstered furniture and a second section having one or more pockets and configured to be positioned adjacent to a rearward facing surface of the back of the upholstered furniture.

Description

CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATION[0001]This application claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional Patent Application Ser. No. 61 / 671,457 filed Jul. 13, 2012, which is incorporated herein by reference.FIELD OF THE INVENTION[0002]This invention relates to covers for upholstered furniture as well as upholstered furniture in combination with such covers.BACKGROUND INFORMATION[0003]Slipcovers are widely used to cover sofas, couches, and chairs when the original upholstery shows signs of wear or when a different or new look is desired for the furniture. Since upholstered furniture is constructed in different sizes and configurations, a wide variety of unfitted, semi-fitted and fully fitted fabric furniture covers are available. Although unfitted covers are inexpensive and can be used for many types and sizes of furniture, it is difficult to make them look neat and hold their position on the furniture. Prior attempts to handle this problem have involved providing covers that are pulled t...

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Benefits of technology

The present invention provides a cover for upholstered furniture that includes a top panel and a back panel that extends over the furniture piece. The back panel has sections that cover the front and rear surfaces of the furniture piece, providing protection and comfort for the back. The cover also provides a simple and effective solution to protect and maintain the furniture's cushion.

Problems solved by technology

Although unfitted covers are inexpensive and can be used for many types and sizes of furniture, it is difficult to make them look neat and hold their position on the furniture.

This makes it difficult to achieve a smooth finish, and to maintain the desired look after the furniture has been used.

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