For a luxurious and full looking decorative pillow, you'll need to get an insert that is 1 to 3 inches larger than the cover. Typically, small square covers and most lumbars require an insert that's only 1 inch larger, while large square covers require an insert that's 3 inches larger. Most medium square covers require an insert that's 2 inches larger. Refer to our list below to find the specific recommended insert for your size cover. If you're not exactly sure what size your cover is, use our measuring guide.
Insert Size Recommendations for Square Pillow Covers
15x15 cover - 16x16 insert
16x16 cover - 17x17 insert
17x17 cover - 18x18 insert
18x18 cover - 20x20 insert
19x19 cover - 21x21 insert
20x20 cover - 22x22 insert
21x21 cover - 23x23 insert
22x22 cover - 24x24 insert
23x23 cover - 25x25 or 26x26 insert (the larger size typically works better for thicker fabrics)
24x24 cover - 26x26 or 27x27 insert (the larger size typically works better for thicker fabrics)
25x25 cover - 27x27 or 28x28 insert (the larger size typically works better for thicker fabrics)
26x26 cover - 28x28 or 29x29 insert (the larger size typically works better for thicker fabrics)
Insert Size Recommendations for Lumbar Pillow Covers
10x18 cover - 10x18 insert
11x13 cover - 12x14 insert
11x15 cover - 12x16 insert
11x17 cover - 12x18 insert
11x19 cover - 12x20 insert
11x21 cover - 12x22 insert
11x23 cover - 12x24 insert
11x25 cover - 12x26 insert
12x20 cover - 13x21 insert
13x17 cover - 14x18 insert
13x19 cover - 14x20 insert
13x21 cover - 14x22 insert
13x23 cover - 14x24 insert
13x25 cover - 14x26 insert
13x27 cover - 14x28 insert
13x29 cover - 14x30 insert
13x31 cover - 14x32 insert
13x33 cover - 14x34 insert
13x35 cover - 14x36 insert
14x20 cover - 15x21 insert
14x26 cover - 15x27 insert
14x30 cover - 14x30 or 15x31 insert
14x36 cover - 14x36 or 15x37 insert
14x48 cover - 14x48 or 15x49 insert
15x19 cover - 16x20 insert
15x21 cover - 16x22 insert
15x23 cover - 16x24 insert
15x25 cover - 16x26 insert
15x27 cover - 16x28 insert
15x29 cover - 16x30 insert
15x31 cover - 16x32 insert
15x33 cover - 16x34 insert
We recommend using feather-down blend inserts whenever possible. If allergies are a concern, alternative down blend inserts are the next best option.
SEE ALSO:
Pillow Size and Layering Guide for Sofas
Pillow Size and Layering Guide for Beds
