5 Tips on Buying Bed Pillows

Have you wondered which size is right for you? There’s a method to pillow sizing, and we’re here to demystify it for you. Pillows vary in size and shape to meet personal needs. By varying the fill, different pillow sizes can offer more comfort when sleeping. They fit different bed and pillow sizes. Choosing a pillow is easy. You’ll always pick the right size if you remember a few things. If you need the perfect bed pillow to match your sleeping habits and positioning, visit Icon Sleep (website).

1. Know your pillow sizes for the coziest bed.

Pillow sizes mostly match bed sizes. The Super Standard – also called Standard/Queen or Jumbo – gives retailers a size between small and medium so they can carry more styles of bed pillows. Our Pillow Sizes Chart shows the most common sizes for each type of pillow, but sizes can vary greatly so check if you need something specific.

2. Match your pillows to your bed size or get creative.

It may seem easy to buy a king pillow for a king bed, but you can use any size on a king. You should match pillow size to bed size, but you can get creative from there. Queen and Full beds have fewer options, but there are hundreds of pillow combinations, so don’t be shy if you find something else you like. Some classics to help you find your own style:

3. Should you consider pillowcase sizes?

Standard and King sizes are available. The standard size fits three pillow sizes: Standard, Super Standard, and Queen. Sheet manufacturers accommodate different manufacturer’s variations when sizing their cases and err on the larger side, so our worst case scenario is the pillow case will have more room than less.

Tip:

• Buy a larger pillowcase if you want your pillow to fluff and conform, especially if it’s gusseted.
• Reduce the size of a pillow to keep its volume and height or to refresh an older one.
• For extra height and volume, tuck the pillowcase ends in tightly.

4. Consider conformity for comfort.

Some side and stomach sleepers like to mold and squish their pillow several times a night so it conforms to their head. These sleepers prefer a Standard or Super Standard pillow over a King or Queen size.

Other sleepers use a pillow to block light and noise. These sleepers need a light, conforming pillow and wouldn’t choose a king or queen. A softer pillow with all-down or down alternative fill (perhaps a retired one) would work.

5. Bedpillow size matters for comfort

These sizes are best for sleeping and what we recommend first. A long pillow’s fill can migrate to the ends more easily, and it has more volume, so it’s less squishable. Some sleepers like a shorter pillow’s compactness. These sizes save money, so those who don’t care can choose the cheaper option.

Queen pillow size is good for someone who tosses and turns because it gives you room on each side of your head. Large pillows can feel luxurious and create a retreat-like atmosphere in your bedroom.

King pillows were designed for the extra width of a King or California King bed, but they work in a twin bed if the sleeper tosses and turns. They make a good back support pillow for reading or working in bed. King pillows can be used as body pillows.

Euro size: With so many sizes of Euro Square pillows, it’s easy to find the right fit. Mostly used as decor and reading pillows (whether we are reading a book or like to bring the laptop to bed). The 26″ square is also used as a pillow in Germany and Holland. If you travel and buy bedding, you may need a new pillow size.

Pillow sizes: For a designer look, use a larger size for your reading pillows (king, queen, or euro) and a smaller size to sleep on. This fills all your pillow needs and allows fun color and pattern combinations in shams and pillow cases.

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