Trends in Upholstery Fabric

What color is your couch?
Most likely, it is brown, grey or black. It's possible it might be white or tan. 
The average family buys only three couches in a lifetime, so typically, the color choice is going to be one that is basic and will go with just about any other color. 

Brown and black are the most common colors for leather couches. Grey and red come next. Red leather is more common for smaller furniture items like a side chair, or an ottoman.
As for fabric, the most common choices, surprisingly, are tan, taupe and off-white. You'd think the dirt factor for families would change this. These colors have especially held strong as slipcovered furniture has gained in popularity. 

You need not stray too far from the basics, however, to liven up your uphostery choices. Here are a few tips to stretch your design horizons:

1. Go for dramatic color with a smaller piece, such as, an ottoman, a slipper chair or seasonal cushion covers for the couch. An example would be to pair a bold purple chair with a neutral couch and an faux animal print ottoman.
2. Try one of the new neutrals such as Navy Blue, Turquoise, Teal or Deep Green.  Think of the colors in nature that serve as a backdrop to all other colors. All flowers have green leaves and stems. Sky and water are all different shades of blue from deep, deep navy to pale, silvery blue.
3. Make or have slipcovers made for just the seat cushions of your couch. You can try a complimentary print or stripe in a bright color for summer. Try flannal covers for winter coziness.
4. As always, pillows are a great way to change up seasonal decor and they are easy to replace when you tire of the color or if you decide you made a mistake.  

Your couch is probably your most important piece of furniture, other than your bed. You will only replace it several times in your lifetime. Take good care of it with regularly scheduled cleanings with your professional upholstery cleaner at Spring Hill Carpet Cleaning.