Throw pillow covers - Need a makeover?

For many throw pillow covers are a great way to instantly change the outlook of your living area whether it be in the bedroom or dining area.

Purchasing a set of throw pillow covers is not only cost effective but one of the simplest design upgrades you can give your home.

There are so many types of pillow covers available these days some might find it overwhelming in terms of choice. Not only that but all these fancy and unqiue designs and colours come in an array of materials for you to choose from.

Throw pillow covers are just not used for design purposes, they have many uses in fact. You might want to protect your existing pillow covers from pet hairs and nasty accidents or having a spare set insures that if your existing throw covers get stained or damage you always have a replacement at hand whether it be for your sofa, futons or bed assembly.

What choices do I have?

To make your life easier you could simply purchase a set of throw pillow covers for your home or you can take the DIY route. If you feel adventurous like many do you can purchase a blank canvas, a standard pillow cover to your liking in colour and commence decorating to your own unqiue design. The option is there if you feel up to it.

Size

Throw pillow covers come in many sizes depending on what area of the home they are designed for. From as little as the palm of your hand while more commercial sizes range from 12 - 26 inches most commonly. be sure to pick the right size for your pillows, the last thing you want do is try to squeeze a 14 inch pillow into a 10 inch pillow cover!

Zipper or button?

For throw covers for the bedroom you will find pillow covers mostly come in button variety, or pop button for quick removal if you need to replace the pillow with a new cover. It is advised that for dining and living areas you should stick to the zipper variety for longevity and convenience and button varietys for bedrooms.

Materials used for pillow covers?

If you take a good look around you will find throw pillow covers in many materials, some expensive whilst others could be as cheap as a $1! Some of the most commonly used materials include:

• Standard cotton 
• Egyptian cotton 
• Silk 
• Lamb wool 
• Alpaca wool 
• Leather 

Of all materials used it's entirely up to you what will compliment you living area.  For example, wool and silk variations are popular in the bedroom area while leather and cottons are used in the dining and living area.  For darker shades of living areas it is advised to purchase pillow covers that promote focus so a light or vibrant colour provides a focul point for the eye.