THROW PILLOW INSERT CHEAT SHEET

WHY DO I HAVE FLAT THROW PILLOWS?

You probably have the wrong size pillow insert. Pillow inserts are like bras; most of us have purchased the wrong size at least once and were left with the lackluster feeling of knowing it isn't quite right but unsure how to fix it. Today, we’re fixing it with my Throw Pillow Insert Cheat Sheet.

WHAT SIZE INSERT SHOULD I BUY?

I’m keeping it simple with a Throw Pillow Insert Cheat Sheet graphic around one rule: buy throw pillow inserts two inches larger than the decorative pillow cover. YES, you heard me. I tell clients this all the time, and I’m always surprised how many haven’t heard of this.

TYPES OF THROW PILLOW INSERTS

Feather down is my preferred insert material due to the overall comfort, body, and firmness. There’s a range of feather-down ratios on the market, but I always use either 95/5 or 90/10 for my home and client projects, with a synthetic down option as a hypoallergenic alternative. 

95% Feather / 5% Down (95/5)

• Firm Density

• Widely Available

• Cost-effective due to the higher percentage of feathers and a lower percentage of down.

• The higher feather percentage can cause the inserts to have a feather poking out from time to time.

90% Feather / 10% Down (90/10)

• Medium Density

• Higher priced than the 95/5 ratio due to the increased amount of down.

• Less of a chance of feathers poking out than the 95/5 option.

Synthetic Down

• Synthetic down pillows are a hypoallergenic option made with polyester fibers to simulate down. 

• Widely available

• Cost-effective

SHOP THROW PILLOW INSERTS

I’ve curated a list of throw pillow inserts to get your sourcing off to a strong start (as well as a full shop of curated products sorted by category).

    If you’d like additional help with product sourcing, schedule a quick design chat to share the details, and I’ll help you find your perfect piece!

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