What's the Right Throw Pillow Size for Your Decor?

What if one aspect of interior design was far harder than you ever imagined?

Believe it or not, one of the most difficult design skills to master is finding the right throw pillow size. In some cases, this is because homeowners don't know what sizes go best with their existing furniture. Most of the time, though, it's because they don't know how to measure the size in the first place!

Getting ready to order some couch throw pillows or bed throw pillows? Choosing throw pillows often comes down to getting the size "just right." Keep reading to discover how to do so!

Measuring Throw Pillow Size

When it comes to getting the right throw pillow size, it all starts with measuring your current pillow. For example, if you're reading this, chances are you have current throw pillows you are unhappy with. If you want ones that are bigger or smaller than this, you need to start measuring.

When you do this, how you measure is very important. For best results, you need firm measuring tape and a helper to hold the pillow down.

Pull the fabric very tight and measure from the top to bottom of the edges to get the height. Next, pull the fabric tight again and measure from left to right on the edges to get the width.

Understanding the Fuzzy Math

At this point, you may think things are very straightforward. Now that you have the measurements, you understand more about the throw pillow size you need, right?

Many throw pillows have to account for the seaming, meaning you may need to order an inch larger than what you originally thought. For example, a standard "20" x 20" pillow" is actually cut as "21" x 21" to account for the seams.

This sometimes creates a kind of optical illusion where throw pillows look smaller than they actually are. You'll need to account for this before you order any throw pillows for your own home!

Stuffed vs. Unstuffed: How It Affects Measurements

The final X factor with throw pillow size is the stuffing. When you go to order your pillows, you need to know that the sizing almost always refers to the pillow as it lays flat and unstuffed on the ground.

If you're not careful, you may end up with a pillow that is bigger than you expected. And that means you'll have to start the entire process of finding the right size over again!

The good news is that you can use our guide to get the sizing right the first time. Then, you get to sit back and arrange throw pillows knowing you got everything "just right!"

Order the Best Throw Pillows Today!

Now you know how to find the right throw pillow size. But do you know who sells the exact throw pillows you've been looking for?

Here at Our Pillow Studio, we specialize in throw pillows and so much more. To discover what we can do for you and your home, come learn more about us today!