Cushion Size Guide

Standard Cushion Sizes (Throw & Decorative Cushions)

Cushion Size Inches (W x H) Centimeters (W x H) Best For
Small 12 x 12 30 x 30 Accent chairs, layering with larger cushions
Standard 16 x 16 40 x 40 Sofas, beds, armchairs
Medium 18 x 18 45 x 45 Most common sofa cushion size
Large 20 x 20 50 x 50 Sectionals, large beds, cozy corners
Extra Large 24 x 24 60 x 60 Floor seating, oversized couches
Euro 26 x 26 65 x 65 Bed backs, reading support, hotel pillows

🛏️ Bed Pillow Sizes (for sleeping)

Pillow Size Inches (W x L) Centimeters (W x L) Fits Bed Size
Standard 20 x 26 50 x 66 Twin, Full, Queen
Queen 20 x 30 50 x 76 Queen, King
King 20 x 36 50 x 92 King, California King
Body Pillow 20 x 54 50 x 137 All beds, full-body support

🪑 Cushion Types by Shape & Use

◼️ Square Cushions

  • Most common shape

  • Ideal for beds, sofas, and chairs

  • Come in 16", 18", 20", 22", 24", 26" sizes

◻️ Rectangular Cushions (Lumbar)

Common Sizes Best Use
12 x 18, 12 x 20, 14 x 24 Lower back support, stylish bed/shelf accent

🔵 Round Cushions

  • Often 12" to 16" diameter

  • Add visual contrast in square-heavy arrangements

🧼 Bolster Cushions

Common Size Shape Use
6 x 16, 7 x 20 Cylindrical Neck or lumbar support, décor piece

🧡 How to Choose Cushion Sizes (Pro Tips)

  1. Layer Different Sizes – Use a mix (e.g. 24", 20", and a lumbar) for depth.

  2. Use Larger Cushions for Bigger Furniture – A sectional sofa can handle 22"+.

  3. Even Numbers for Symmetry, Odd for Style – Use 2 or 4 for balance, 3 or 5 for a designer look.

  4. Euro Pillows on Beds – Typically go at the back, behind regular sleeping pillows.

  5. Fill Matters – Use down or feather inserts 1–2" larger than the cover for fluffiness.