How to Keep Your Cushion Covers Looking Brand New

Cushion covers are handled constantly—leaned on, slept on, and occasionally spilled on. Luckily, they are the easiest home textiles to maintain if you follow a few basic steps.

Washing Tips

• Zip Them Up: Always zip the covers closed before washing. If you leave them open, the zipper teeth can catch on the fabric and cause snags or tear the zipper track.
• Turn Inside Out: This protects the vibrant prints and delicate fabrics (like velvet or embroidery) from the friction of the washing machine.
• Cold Wash, Air Dry: Like most premium textiles, a cold wash on a delicate cycle followed by air drying in the shade is the perfect formula.

Quick Refresh Tips

If they aren't dirty but just smell a bit stale, you don't need to wash them! Simply take the cushions outside and give them a good smack to release dust. Then, lightly mist the covers with a fabric refresher spray or a mixture of water and a few drops of lavender essential oil.