Pillow Size Guide
Standard, Queen, King, Body, Travel. Plus the right loft + size for your sleep position.
Pillow size chart
| Size | Dimensions (in) | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Travel | 12×16 | Travel, kids, lumbar support |
| Standard | 20×26 | Twin/Full beds, single sleepers |
| Queen | 20×30 | Queen beds (2 fit across), active sleepers |
| King | 20×36 | King beds (2 fit across), back-prop reading |
| Body pillow | 20×54 | Side sleepers, pregnancy, knee support |
| European / Euro | 26×26 square | Decorative, back support when reading |
Pillow loft by sleep position
Back sleepers
Medium loft (10–13 cm thick). Keeps neck aligned with spine. Memory foam or latex contour pillow ideal.
Side sleepers
High loft (13–17 cm). Fills the gap between shoulder and ear. Buckwheat, latex, or shredded memory foam best.
Stomach sleepers
Low loft (5–8 cm) or NO pillow under head. A pillow under hips instead reduces lower back strain. Stomach sleeping is HARD on the neck regardless of pillow.
Combination sleepers
Adjustable pillow (Coop Original, Layla Kapok) — add/remove fill to suit position.
FAQ
How many pillows fit on each bed size?
Twin: 1 standard. Full: 2 standard. Queen: 2 standard or 2 queen. King/Cal King: 2 king. Add Euro shams for decorative.
How often should I replace pillows?
Standard/down: 1–2 years. Memory foam: 2–3 years. Buckwheat hull: 5–10 years (replace hulls every 2). Fold a pillow in half — if it doesn't spring back open, replace.
Best pillow for neck pain?
Cervical / contour memory foam pillow with a curved shape. Try Tempur-Pedic, Coop Original, or Saatva Latex. Match height to your sleep position (see above).
Pregnancy pillow vs body pillow?
Pregnancy pillows are U or C-shaped to support belly + back simultaneously. Body pillows are straight (one-sided support). For pregnancy: get pregnancy-specific (Snoogle, Boppy).