Using this chair cover is easy. Just slip it over your folding chair with the front made of 4 - way stretch spandex facing out. The pockets on the cover are for the chair legs, which helps keep the cover in place. When it comes to cleaning, you can simply put it in the washing machine with cold or warm water. You have two options for drying: either use the machine on a low - heat setting or hang it up. However, remember that this cover won't fit banquet style chairs or the larger LIFETIME folding style chairs, so make sure your chairs are the right type before using it.