Common bed pillow sizes...
Bed and sleeping pillows are not limited to one size as they are available in a few different varieties. Here is a closer look at the most popular sizes of sleeping pillows used in bedding.
Standard Pillow – 20” W x 26 L”
This is easily the most popular type of sleeping pillow
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This size is used for standard pillow shams
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One standard pillow is just right for a twin bed
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Two standard pillows fit adequately across a full or queen bed
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Three standard pillows fit best across a king bed
King Pillow – 20” W x 36 L”
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King pillows remain popular, although many king-bed owners still prefer using standard pillows. The main reason is that many find king pillows difficult to manipulate during a night of sleep.
Euro Pillow – 26” W x 26” L
This variety is used mostly as decorative pillows that are positioned at the head of bed. Euro pillows do provide a nice height and add an appealing layer to the bed. They are also functional, providing comfort when watching TV or reading in bed.
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If you are not sleeping on Euro Pillows, then remember to use a feather fill insert. This will decrease the cost and is considerably cheaper than using down. Be sure to avoid using any synthetic fillings because they do not do a good job of filling out the sham and could continue to bunch up over the course of time.
Boudoir Pillow – 12” W x 16” L
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A boudoir pillow is mainly used as a decorative pillow. However, some people make use of them as a travel pillow, they are similar to the ones given out on a commercial airplane.
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At Vero Linens we offer all of the aforementioned pillows. Our sleeping pillows are available in feather, down a feather down combination and a synthetic polyester fill for those that have down or feather allergies, so there is one to meet your specific sleeping needs. All of our down undergoes a 7 stage sanitizing and washing process. All or our down products are made in the USA and are hypoallergenic.
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