Corner Sofa Covers That Actually Match: The Richmond Collection
If you've ever tried to cover a corner sofa or an L-shaped sofa, you already know the problem: throws are made for straight sofas, not corners. You buy two throws that are almost the same colour, drape them over each side, and the join in the middle always gives it away. It never quite looks finished — and it definitely doesn't look like it was meant to be there.
The Richmond Collection was designed to solve exactly this. It's a 100% cotton sofa cover collection made specifically for corner and L-shaped sofas, sold as coordinated two-piece sets so the pattern and colour flow across the whole sofa as one continuous piece — plus matching single covers for armchairs, 2, 3 and 4 seater sofas, so every seat in the room can match.
Why Corner Sofas Are So Hard to Cover Properly
A corner or L-shaped sofa is really two sofas joined at an angle, which is why a single throw almost never works. You either need two separate covers cut to fit each section, or you end up compromising with something too small, too big, or in a colour that's "close enough" rather than a true match. Add a dog, a cat, growing children or simply a few years of daily use, and the sofa underneath starts to show it long before you're ready to replace it.
Meet the Richmond Collection
Richmond is woven from breathable, 100% cotton at 320 GSM — heavy enough to sit properly on the sofa and hide what's underneath, light enough to use all year round. There are no synthetic blends, just natural cotton with a soft, lived-in feel from the first wash.
The whole point of Richmond is coordination. Every size in the collection — from an armchair cover to the largest corner sofa set — is cut from the same fabric in the same five colourways, so a 3 seater throw in the living room and an armchair throw in the corner will always match exactly, and a corner sofa gets a genuinely seamless look instead of two "almost matching" pieces.
Richmond Sizes at a Glance
Richmond covers everything from a single armchair to a full L-shaped corner sofa. Here's the full range:
| Piece | Size | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Armchair & Single Sofa Throw | 130cm x 180cm | £18.00 |
| 2 Seater Sofa Throw | 180cm x 260cm | £30.00 |
| 3 Seater Sofa Throw | 180cm x 300cm | £34.00 |
| 4 Seater Sofa Throw | 180cm x 340cm | £37.00 |
| Small Corner Sofa Set (2-Pack) | 2x 180cm x 260cm | £55.00 |
| Medium Corner Sofa Set (2-Pack) | 2x 180cm x 300cm | £63.00 |
| Large Corner Sofa Set (2-Pack) | 180cm x 300cm + 180cm x 340cm | £66.00 |
See the full range on the Corner Sofa Throws collection page, or browse the L-Shaped Sofa Throw collection if your sofa fits that shape better.
Matching Sets Built for Corners
Each corner sofa set comes as two pieces in the same colour, sized so one covers the longer chaise section and the other covers the seating run — no guessing which throw goes where, and no mismatched dye lots. Choose the Small Set for a compact corner sofa, the Medium Set for an average-sized L-shape, or the Large Set if you have a big family corner sofa with a long chaise end.
Also Sold as Single Seaters
Not everyone needs a corner sofa set. If you just want to refresh an armchair, a 2 seater, or a straight 3 or 4 seater sofa, Richmond is sold individually in each size too — Armchair, 2 Seater, 3 Seater and 4 Seater — all in the same five colours, so you can dress a whole living room, including a spare armchair, in one coordinated palette.
Finally, a Sofa Cover That Copes With Pets
If your dog claims the sofa the moment you leave the room, or your cat treats the arm as a scratching post, a proper cotton cover does more for the sofa underneath than any spray or fabric protector. Richmond throws sit as a full barrier between paws, claws and everyday mess and the upholstery itself, and because they're machine washable at 40°C, muddy paw prints and pet hair come out in a normal wash rather than needing professional cleaning. When one section gets grubby, you simply wash that piece — the rest of the set stays exactly as it was.
Give a Tired Old Sofa a Second Life
Not every sofa needs replacing just because it's starting to look its age — worn arms, a faded cushion, a stain that won't budge. A Richmond cover goes over the top in minutes and gives the whole piece a completely different, current look, at a fraction of the cost of reupholstering or buying new. For a corner sofa specifically, this is where the two-piece sets earn their keep: because both sections are cut from the same fabric, the sofa reads as one deliberately chosen piece of furniture again, not two throws hiding a problem.
Or Keep a Brand New Sofa Looking That Way
If you've just invested in a new sofa, a Richmond cover is just as useful the other way round — as a first line of defence from day one. Everyday life is hardest on the exact spots covered here: the seat cushions, the arms, the areas nearest a coffee table or a doorway. Keeping a cover on those areas for daily use, and removing it for guests or special occasions, is a simple way to keep the sofa underneath looking newer for longer.
Five Colours, Built to Work Together
Richmond comes in five colours, each designed to sit comfortably in a real British living room rather than dating quickly:
- Old Rose — a warm, muted pink that softens a room without feeling overly "pink".
- Beige — a versatile neutral that works with almost any existing décor.
- Cream — bright and calm, good for smaller or darker rooms.
- Green — a natural, grounding tone that pairs well with wood and greenery.
- Blue — cool and classic, a safe choice alongside greys and navy accents.
Because every size is available in every colour, you can put an Old Rose corner set in the living room and match it with an Old Rose armchair cover in the reading corner, and know the colours will be identical.
How to Choose the Right Richmond Size
As a general guide:
- Armchair or single seat → 130 x 180cm
- 2 seater or loveseat → 180 x 260cm
- 3 seater → 180 x 300cm
- Large 4 seater → 180 x 340cm
- Compact corner/L-shaped sofa → Small 2-Pack
- Standard corner/L-shaped sofa → Medium 2-Pack
- Large corner sofa with a long chaise → Large 2-Pack
If your sofa falls between two sizes, it's generally better to size up slightly — a little extra fabric tucks in neatly, while a cover that's too small will slip.
Caring for Your Richmond Sofa Cover
- Machine washable at 40°C on a gentle cycle
- Suitable for tumble drying on a low heat
- Iron on a low setting if needed
- Dry in the shade to keep colours from fading
- Do not dry clean — this can damage the natural cotton fibres
Frequently Asked Questions
Will the Richmond corner sofa set fit any L-shaped sofa?
The two-piece sets are designed to cover most standard corner and L-shaped sofas. Check the measurements of each piece against your sofa's chaise length and seating run, and if you're between sizes, choose the larger set.
Are Richmond sofa covers pet-friendly?
Yes. The 100% cotton fabric is designed for everyday use with pets in the home, and it's machine washable at 40°C, so hair, mud and general mess wash out easily.
Can I mix and match Richmond sizes and colours?
Every Richmond size is available in the same five colours, so you can combine an armchair cover, a 3 seater throw and a corner sofa set in one colour and know they'll match exactly.
Will a cotton cover really protect my sofa from wear?
A cover won't stop a sofa ageing entirely, but it does take the daily wear — friction, spills, pet claws, sun fading — instead of the upholstery underneath, which is what most people are trying to prevent when they buy one.
How do I wash a Richmond sofa cover?
Wash at 40°C on a gentle cycle, tumble dry on low or line dry in the shade, and avoid dry cleaning.
Ready to Cover Your Corner Sofa Properly?
Browse the full Richmond Collection, the dedicated Corner Sofa Throws collection, or the L-Shaped Sofa Throw sets to see all sizes and colours.
