What is the purpose of a wing chair?
The purpose of the “wings” was to shield the occupant of the chair from drafts, and to trap the heat from a fireplace in the area where the person would be sitting. Hence, in the past these were often used near a fireplace.
What era are wingback chairs from?
The first wingback chairs were made in England in the 1600s—but they didn’t rise in popularity until the 1720s. They were created as a way to help shield a person from drafts of cold air (something quite common in colonial homes!) and also to trap the heat from a fireplace.
How much material do I need to cover a wingback chair?
Wingback chairs commonly need about 5 yards of fabric.
What kind of slipcover to use for a wing back chair?
Use the 2-piece jacquard damask stretch wing back chair slipcover to refresh your room instantly and adds an air of elegance. Memory stretch fabric and all-around elastic edge provide a clean, sleek look that stays without any crumple. It will cover your wing back chair better and not easy to slip.
What kind of slipcover is used for sofa?
The Turquoize 2-piece sofa slipcover rises above the competition by giving you a cover for the chair at large, and the cushion you sit on. This option comes in nine colors, features a polyester-spandex blend, and is machine washable.
What kind of fabric is a wing chair made of?
It can fit most sizes of wing chairs. You can measure your wing chair in advance and compare it to our size chart. It is made of 85% polyester 15% spandex jacquard fabric, soft, flexible, easy to stretch, fit each connection, perfectly cover the wing chair, not easy to slip or offset.
What kind of chair cover is best for living room?
Wingback chairs are an excellent piece for any home, and they can add tons of character in the living room, office, or bedroom. However, purchasing new chairs when you repaint a room is cost-prohibitive to many people. The H.VERSAILTEX Wingback Chair Cover lets you change the look of your chair quickly and affordably.