Throw pillows how many

But with nearly endless potential combinations, it can be hard to know where to start. Whether white, gray, navy, or black, a neutral sofa such as the one above is a decor classic—and allows for the greatest variety of pillow combinations.

Swap out two, three, or all of the pillows to give your sofa a fresh, custom look. As a general rule, an odd number of pillows makes for the most natural, inviting arrangement: three for smaller sofas, and five for larger ones. Start with a pair of neutral-tone pillows—either or inch squares, which feel comfortably plush on larger sofas, or standard inch squares—to create a versatile foundation for the rest of your arrangement. For these base pillows, choose a texture that plays against your sofa in an interesting way.

Now for the really fun part! Hope that helps clarify! Linda I have the same problem — I usually use two pillows that are on the flatter side — it makes the shams nice and full! Two sofas facing each other on each side of a fireplace, do the throw pillows have to match exactly on each sofa? How would you lay out the pillows if one seat was separated from the others in your sectional?

You always have the answers to all my questions. Thanks for being so detailed! Nice article! I prefer slouchy throw pillows to plump ones, maybe because they look more relaxed and inviting. I completely agree with you on the feather inserts though; polyester fills can make the pillows fall over too easily, and as another commenter mentioned, they can be uncomfortable too.

Hi there! This post was so helpful! I have a very large oversized, really sectional with a chaise end. I think I need one more pillow In each section so it looks more balanced. How would you incorporate that? Add A smaller print on each end and maybe another solid in the middle? All new colors and prints? Thanks so much for the amazing design and decor advice! Gwen I think your plan sounds perfect — add another patterned pillow on each end and a solid in the middle — another option would be to add pillows that have some great texture in either one color or subtle colors.

Hope that helps a little but I think you were already on the right track! Just got a new L shaped sectional couch and while I love it, I hate the pillows! I do like the color , half are a subtle pretty print, the other half are a navy windowpane pattern. The navy colored ones are quite scratchy. These things are brand new, I hate to waste them and buy all new ones! It could be concrete though… And then resew… I am not sure that this stuffing is the kind you could take out and refluff, it feels HARD…did I mention that?

These things more or less take up the seating space of the entire couch and will half to be on the floor if we want to sit there. You are hysterical! Hi… I was just wondering where that white throw with the Pom poms is from? I love it Thank you!!

Nice post. Plaid, looks awesome…. All pillows have down fill…. I love pillows! You can change the mood of the whole room by changing out the pillows. Here in CT, all of the estate sales I go to have ugly granny pillows! I have looked online for what size pillow to use on a standard size white wicker rocker with a bottom cushion.

I have not found anything for single chairs, just couches and beds. What would you recommend? I LOVE this article! I needed a formula and that is just what you provided. I have a question. When you refer to the pillow sizes you recommend, is that the insert size or the cover size. I get that I need to buy inserts 2 inches bigger. Thanks so much!!! Hi Kris Love the article. Thank you. Hi Pat, I actually buy those locally at a store called Banksville Fabrics.

I think they have an online site too! Could you provide a design for sectionals without arms. I have one that is 16 feet long, armless with 5 cushions. Any ideas? Thanks, Sheryl. Your advice has already helped me so much — and your site is so easy to use. I love your decorating style and that you provide sources to find your favorite things. Thank you for all the tips! I look forward to every post and your site is so easy to use. Thank you!!!! On a bed, you may have two that sit side-by-side with the third, extra smaller pillow that sits right in front — centered along the crack made by the first two.

On a couch or love seat , this translates to one on each side and a complementary one in the middle. What overall impression do they make? Take an objective look at your accent pillow arrangement s , or have a style-savvy friend come over to lend a constructively critical eye. When staging a home… If you are staging a home for sale or for rent, the accent pillow limits can be thrown out of the window, especially in the bedroom.

A nicely proportioned arrangement of throw pillows — even if they are layered — can make a positive impression. Perhaps this is why designers were typically the fan of larger accent pillow limits in the aforementioned Houzz survey; they know what clients like to see.

Could your home design benefit from a positively critical eye?