Chair Cover Size Guide
What Chair Cover Do I Need?
The correct chair cover depends on the style and shape of your chair. Plastic stacker chairs, folding chairs, banquet chairs and Tiffany chairs all have different shapes, so choosing the right cover style is important for a neat and secure fit.
Quick Answer: Small Pipee chair covers are best for plastic stacker chairs and standard folding chairs. Banquet chair covers suit most crown back, round back and square back venue chairs. Lycra chair covers provide a fitted modern look, while polyester banquet covers provide a traditional loose-fit style.
Wedding Superstore stocks chair covers for weddings, venues, schools, clubs, community halls, conferences and event hire businesses. This guide explains the main chair types, which cover style usually fits best, and the difference between polyester, lycra, semi-fitted and decorative chair cover styles.
Chair Cover Fit Guide
Use this guide to match your chair style with the most suitable chair cover.
| Chair Type | Also Known As | Recommended Cover |
|---|---|---|
| White Plastic Stacker Chair | Pipee chair, Sebel chair, plastic event chair, Bunnings-style chair | Small Pipee / Plastic Stacker Chair Cover |
| Standard Folding Chair | Metal folding chair, function folding chair | Small Pipee / Plastic Stacker Chair Cover |
| Crown Back Banquet Chair | Banquet chair, function centre chair, venue chair | Banquet Chair Cover or Lycra Chair Cover |
| Round Back Banquet Chair | Conference chair, hotel chair, reception chair | Banquet Chair Cover or Lycra Chair Cover |
| Square Back Banquet Chair | Venue chair, conference chair, event chair | Banquet Chair Cover or Lycra Chair Cover |
| Tiffany Chair | Chiavari chair | Usually styled without a full chair cover |
Do Chair Covers Fit Bunnings Chairs?
Many customers refer to white plastic stacker chairs or folding chairs as Bunnings chairs. Our small Pipee / plastic stacker chair covers are designed to suit white plastic stacker chairs, Pipee-style chairs, Sebel-style chairs and many standard folding chairs.
Simple rule: If your chair is a white plastic stacker chair or a standard folding chair, the small Pipee / plastic stacker chair cover is usually the correct style.
What Chair Covers Fit Banquet Chairs?
Banquet chair covers are our traditional chair cover style. They are designed to suit many common venue chairs, including crown back, round back and square back banquet chairs.
These chairs are commonly used in wedding venues, function centres, hotels, clubs, conference centres and community halls. Banquet chair covers are a practical option when you want a clean, coordinated look across a large number of chairs.
Do Chair Covers Fit Tiffany Chairs?
Tiffany chairs usually do not require full chair covers because the chair frame is part of the styling. They are commonly decorated with chair sashes, florals, signs or ribbon instead.
Some banquet chair covers may fit over certain Tiffany chairs, but they are not specifically designed for this style. For the best appearance, we generally recommend styling Tiffany chairs with sashes or decorative accessories rather than full chair covers.
Chair Cover Style Comparison
Wedding Superstore stocks several chair cover styles, each suited to different chair types and event looks.
| Cover Style | Best For | Look & Fit |
|---|---|---|
| Polyester Banquet Chair Covers | Traditional venue chairs and banquet chairs | Classic loose-fit style. Available in white and black. |
| Fitted Lycra Chair Covers | Modern weddings, venues and large events | Stretch fitted appearance with a smooth finish. |
| Semi-Fitted Lycra Chair Covers | Weddings, gala events and formal styling | Fitted upper section with a softer skirted finish. |
| Small Pipee / Plastic Stacker Chair Covers | Plastic stacker chairs and folding chairs | Designed for smaller plastic and folding chair shapes. |
| Swag Back Chair Covers | Decorative wedding styling | Gathered or ruched back detail for a softer wedding look. |
| Cross Over Back Chair Covers | Premium wedding and reception styling | Decorative cross-over back feature. |
Polyester Chair Covers vs Lycra Chair Covers
Polyester chair covers provide a traditional loose-fit event look and are available in white and black. They are commonly used for weddings, venues, school events and conferences.
Lycra chair covers provide a more fitted appearance because the fabric stretches over the chair. They are popular for modern events, large venues and hire companies because they sit neatly and are less prone to visible creasing than traditional polyester covers.
Quick-Fit Lycra vs Elastic Pocket Lycra Chair Covers
Our fully fitted lycra chair covers are available in two foot styles: quick-fit and traditional elastic pocket.
| Foot Style | How It Works | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Quick-Fit Foot | The cover slips over the chair feet easily without needing to insert each leg into an elastic pocket. | Large-scale events, venues, hire companies, schools and fast setup. |
| Elastic Pocket Foot | Each chair leg is placed into an elastic pocket for a snug and secure fit. | Weddings, venues and customers wanting the traditional fitted lycra design. |
Which Lycra Foot Style Is Easiest To Install?
Quick-fit lycra chair covers are generally the easiest to install, especially when covering large numbers of chairs. The reinforced foot area slips over the chair feet quickly, reducing setup time and making installation easier on your hands.
Traditional elastic pocket covers also provide a secure fitted look, but they can take longer to install because each chair leg needs to be placed into the elastic pocket.
Can Chair Covers Be Washed?
Most polyester and lycra chair covers can be machine washed on a gentle cycle using mild detergent. Wash similar colours together, avoid bleach and remove promptly from the machine to reduce creasing.
Hang to dry where possible. Always check the care instructions supplied with the product before washing.
Do I Need Chair Sashes?
Chair sashes are optional, but they are a simple way to add colour, texture or a wedding theme to plain chair covers. Sashes are commonly used over white or black chair covers for weddings, school formals, gala dinners and venue styling.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Pipee chair?
A Pipee chair is a common plastic stacker chair used for events, schools, halls and outdoor functions. It may also be referred to as a plastic stacker chair or Sebel-style chair.
Will chair covers fit folding chairs?
Small Pipee / plastic stacker chair covers usually suit many standard folding chairs as well as plastic stacker chairs.
What is the easiest chair cover to install?
Quick-fit lycra chair covers are generally the easiest to install because they slip over the chair feet without needing to place each leg into an elastic pocket.
Are lycra chair covers reusable?
Yes. Lycra chair covers are reusable and suitable for venues, event hire businesses and customers using them for multiple events when they are washed and stored correctly.
Do banquet chair covers fit conference chairs?
Banquet chair covers fit many common conference and venue chairs, especially crown back, round back and square back banquet-style chairs.
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