Everyone knows the Ektorp sofa. Pleated long-skirt, round arms, a classic look. Is it too dated and unfashionable? I say ‘Yes’, but it doesn’t have to be! But first…
But how?
With minimal work, that’s how. Simply obtain a set of customised slipcovers, or sofa covers for the non-US, for your Ektorp sofa. We are unashamedly the best (read: only) option for these custom slipcovers ;)
The covers will arrive at your door in a nice waterproof bag. Inside said bag will be both your covers and the other half of a velcro reel. Replace the loose covers with our tailored slipcovers and flip your sofa on its back. Grab a staple gun and staple the velcro to the underside of your Ektorp, you can adjust the placement of the velcro for a better fit if you wish.
We’ll have a nice video up for you soon on this – but in the mean time, here’s some additional shots of our snug fit Ektorp sofa covers in woollen Shire Rust!
Enough teasing, show us what it looks like
Here it is!
And here’s a video if you need more info:
Visit our website for more slipcover options!
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jas
May 2, 2018I have a 3.5 seat ektorp. Hope you guys can figure out the new release asap
Julie
Jul 5, 2017Hey Chuck!
What’s the status with a slip cover for this hack? I have an Ektorp Loveseat I’ve been dying to try it on!
Chuck
Jul 5, 2017Hi Julie!
It’s actually available for the Ektorp loveseat, just that we haven’t gotten round to listing it up on our site :)
If you like, just shoot us an email over info@comfortworks.com.au and one of us will help you out.
Hope you’ve got fabric samples already! If not, here’s the link: http://comfort-works.com/en/home/fabric-samples-24
Cheers!
Kate G.
Mar 29, 2017Thank you, Chuck, that is great news!
Chuck
Mar 29, 2017No worries :)
Kate G.
Mar 27, 2017I have been planning to do this with my Ektorp sofa exactly as you describe: velcro strips and staple gun!
The only wrinkle (not shown in your pictures) is that there is an unavoidable gap in the upholstery at each corner where the slipcover is designed to flare a bit. I’m okay with that, but do you think Comfort Works will ever make an Ektorp cover designed specifically for this hack, with a clean fit and piping all the way to the corners?
p.s. love the dinosaur!
Chuck
Mar 27, 2017Hey Kate!
We are already making slipcovers specifically designed for this hack — but we haven’t listed in our site as we’re still somewhat experimenting :)
If you’re interested in the Ektorp Snug Fit Slipcover just email us at info@comfortworks.com.au and we can proceed from there.
Hope to hear from you soon!