Choosing a color for your sofa upholstery isn’t just about what you happen to like in the catalog. The color you choose for the largest piece of furniture in the room has a major impact on how you’ll feel in your living room. While light shades can make even a small apartment feel more spacious, deep, dark tones instantly create a sense of security.

At Artefly, we believe that a home should have its own soul. Let’s take a look together at how to put interior design theory into practice and choose a shade that will lift your spirits every time you walk through the front door.

Golden Rules

Respect Natural Light

Light can work incredible wonders with colors. For darker corners and north-facing rooms, opt for lighter upholstery, which will visually brighten and illuminate the space. Conversely, sun-drenched rooms can handle even very rich and deep tones.

Consider the material as part of the color

Color isn’t just a flat pigment. Our premium 100% cotton, with a high weight of 260 g/m² and a solid twill weave, reacts to light completely differently than smooth synthetic fabrics. Thanks to the fabric’s natural texture, the colors appear more vibrant and organic, and their sheen and depth change depending on whether they’re bathed in morning sunlight or the evening glow of a lamp.

What kind of mood will you invite into your home?

Colors full of emotion and creative energy

Are you in the mood for a change that will really stand out? If you want your sofa to be the centerpiece of your living space, go for shades full of life:

Yellow (YELLOW Collection):

The color of the sun, pure joy, and optimism. In an interior, it acts as an instant burst of energy that brightens even the darkest corner. Yellow upholstery with playful illustrations will boost your creativity and transform your living room into a place where it’s simply impossible to frown.

Brick (PUNTI Collection):

It brings earthy warmth and a pleasant, homey atmosphere to the space. With a brick-colored backdrop, the interior instantly becomes softer, cozier, and takes on the warmth of the autumn sun.

Blue (BLUE Collection):

It naturally calms the heart, bringing a sense of purity, deep serenity, and harmony. It’s the perfect choice for living rooms that serve primarily as an oasis of calm and a space for evening relaxation after a busy day.

Natural Harmony and Timeless Stability

Do you want to connect your home with nature and create a safe haven that isn’t subject to fleeting trends?

Green (GREEN and GREEN PUFF Collections):

Green symbolizes freshness, balance, and renewal. It brings an organic sense of calm to any interior. Whether you choose a wilder, illustrated pattern or a subtle grid reminiscent of classic upholstery, the color green will envelop you in soothing comfort.

Gray and Black (UFO, ORIENT, BLACK & WHITE Collections):

Gray is the queen of versatility—it’s an elegant canvas that you can easily transform with colorful throw pillows or curtains. Black, on the other hand, gives furniture a clearly defined shape, dramatic depth, and a sleek, modern look. The combination of these two colors in original geometric patterns ensures that your interior will look great today and ten years from now.

A Second Chance for Your Home and the Planet

Changing the color scheme of your home doesn’t have to mean spending thousands on new furniture, dealing with the logistical nightmare of moving an old couch, or needlessly wasting materials.

With Artefly’s upcycling, you can transform the style of an entire room in just 10 to 15 minutes. Simply dress up your existing IKEA armchair or sofa (Klippan, Strandmon, Poäng) with a new, original cover made from high-quality cotton. Instead of buying new furniture, you can invest the money you save in experiences, travel, and moments spent with the ones you love.

All of our limited-edition designer collections of covers and matching throw pillows are currently in stock and ready for immediate shipment.