Aren't cushion covers wonderful? They're a simple way to give your living space a bit more color and comfort. You can always find one or more type of cushion covers to match your style because they are available in a wide variety of forms, colors, textures, materials, and patterns.
As we transition from season to season, styling your cushion covers is one of the simplest methods to freshen your interiors. Let’s take a look at a few of the different types of cushions and how to tell them apart –
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Throw Cushions
Throw cushions aka “scatter cushions” or simply just cushions, are the most popular of all the various kinds of cushion covers. You often toss these decorative cushions on your couch, armchair, bed, or other similar piece of furniture. Throw cushion covers are typically square in shape, measuring 45 to 50 cm wide on an average but up to 60 cm wide in some cases. Throw cushion covers can be square, rectangular or even round ball.
Throw cushion covers are available in a wide variety of styles, each having their own unique textural elements, decorations, fabrics, patterns, and colors.
Some cushion cover collections, especially patterned ones, will have seasonal variations. They will therefore change in popularity as the seasons, interior design trends, and fashion dictate.
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Breakfast Cushions
A breakfast cushion is a small, rectangular cushion. Breakfast cushion covers were traditionally made to complement and decorate a bedding outfit. These cushion covers may be embellished with flanged edges, ruffles, beads, or tassels.
These cushions are also known as "lumbar cushions" because they provide support to the lower back (the lumbar area) while reclining in bed or sitting.
Similar to square scatter cushions, breakfast cushion covers come in a wide variety of patterns, materials, and styles to match any home décor scheme.
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Bolster Cushions
A bolster is a cylindrical shaped cushion that is most frequently used to decorate beds, daybeds, and chaise lounges. The bolster cushion was once intended to support the body; in fact, the word "bolster" relates to the cushion's ability to do so. However, these days, the bolster cushion is primarily used as decorative cushions.
Whichever design you choose will depend on the mood of the room and whether you want a more formal appearance or a casual, laid-back setup. Bolster cushions are frequently used as the finishing touch for beds, but they can also be used in pairs on daybeds; on a three-sided daybed, one bolster cushion should be placed flush against each side panel.
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Outdoor Cushions
A cushion cover designed for outdoor use will have a cover that is fairly resistant to various outside environments. Certain materials will deteriorate if exposed to the weather for an extended period of time. Quality outdoor cushion covers are UV-resistant and water-repellent to help prevent color fading and damage, allowing you to enjoy their beauty for a longer period of time!
Outdoor cushion covers don't have as much adornment as inside cushion covers, which may have hand-stitched details or textural woven loops. Often, these particulars are too delicate to be used outside. This is why the majority of outdoor cushion covers have a straightforward yet fashionable appearance.
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Floor Cushions
Floor cushions are ideal for gatherings and many different activities, including meditation, playing party games etc. When compared to a decorative cushion cover, high-quality floor cushions can endure a little bit more mishandling. Some cushions include an additional grippier underside on the bottom to help them stay on the floor. Floor cushion covers are wider than typical cushion covers, typically measuring 60 to 80 cm or more.
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Chair Cushions
These unique cushions, which are also known as chair pads, provide your lounging chairs an additional layer of comfort and flair. To provide comfort for prolonged periods of sitting, chair cushion covers were originally added to many different types of chairs. Additionally, the filling needs to be a little stiffer to prevent the cushion from losing its shape or comfort too rapidly. Some cushions also come with useful ties that make it easier to fasten them to the chair.
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Novelty Cushions
While not particularly fashionable, novelty cushion covers are fantastic for giving your home flair. Novelty cushion covers frequently feature odd shapes and imitate objects. They occasionally resemble fluffy toys more than actual cushions. A child's room is the ideal place for a quirky cushion cover. Having said that, don't be reluctant to give your living space a unique touch that everyone can see!
Shop from our wide range of collections of decorative cushion covers and bring home the luxury you desire.
Happy Styling!
Team Cobalt Living.