Standard Throw Pillow Info

A throw pillow, or toss pillow, is a small decorative pillow typically used on beds, benches, or chairs. In most cases, throw pillows are used to provide aesthetic and functional value to a room. You may utilize throw pillows to accent other colors within the room, supply additional comfort to guests or enhance an area's overall appeal. You may employ a variety of pillows using different shapes and fabrics to make a room exude character or you may use several identical pillows for a more modern appearance. Throw pillows are a great way to accessorize a room and are easily customizable to meet your tastes and needs.

While the most common size for throw pillows is about a 16" square, throw pillows come in a variety of shapes, sizes and fabrics. Among others, you can choose between traditional, lumbar or bolster throw pillows. Traditional throw pillows maintain a square shape while lumbar pillows are rectangular. Meanwhile, Bolster pillows are circular with extended length to create an appearance similar to a cylinder. Depending on the consistency you prefer, there are several forms of filling available for throw pillows as well. These range from polyester to duck feather and may be enclosed using a hidden zipper or sealed with thread. There are also several styles of trim that may be added to throw pillows to create a polished, quirky or classic look. These include boxed edging, corded edging, braided edging and fringed detailing. Overall, there are tons of different styles of throw pillows so you can create a space with a personal touch.

Because outdoor decorating is so popular, it is only natural that throw pillows and toss pillows have also found their way outdoors. These pillows are typically made with mildew resistant material that will not fade easily in the sun. Outdoor throw pillows are excellent for relaxing in the shade or catching some rays of sunshine. Just because an area is outside doesn't mean you cannot style it to your tastes to create a space comforting and welcoming to guests and family. See our outdoor pillows information page to get some creative ideas on decorating with outdoor pillows.