{"id":3869,"date":"2022-05-25T17:08:00","date_gmt":"2022-05-25T21:08:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/diywithchristine.com\/?p=3869"},"modified":"2024-03-15T12:40:34","modified_gmt":"2024-03-15T16:40:34","slug":"how-many-throw-pillows-on-couch","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/diywithchristine.com\/how-many-throw-pillows-on-couch\/","title":{"rendered":"How Many Throw Pillows Do You Need On A Couch? (Picture Examples)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
Wondering how many throw pillows you need on your couch? Well, look no further because I have your answer!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Different-sized couches need different numbers of throw pillows for maximum comfort, functionality, and style. For a single-seat couch, only use 1 throw pillow. For a loveseat or medium-sized couch, use 2-3 throw pillows. For a three-seat or large couch, use 4-5 pillows. For a sectional, use 5-6 pillows.<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Now that we’ve got the basics out of the way, let’s break into the details a little further so you can easily choose the best pillow arrangement for your couch, sectional, or chair.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Let’s dive in!<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n Here is a list of couch size and pillow size\/quantity combinations to help you plan out your throw pillow placement more easily.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n The rest of this article is going to dive into more examples that support the sizes and quantities listed in this table, so you can determine the best combination for your couch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n Single-seat couches, recliners, and chairs that are 44 inches wide or smaller should use one 20-inch by 20-inch throw pillow or one 12-inch by 20-inch lumbar throw pillow placed in the middle of the couch, upright, against the backrest.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n You want to avoid adding too many pillows on a single seated couch because it can quickly become cluttered and make it difficult for someone to easily sit. <\/p>\n\n\n\n A throw pillow placed in the center, upright position helps a recliner or single-seater feel cozier, but still gives plenty of room for someone to sit without having to move the pillow. <\/p>\n\n\nQuick Navigation: Where To Put Throw Pillows On A Couch<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Optimal Number & Size Of Throw Pillows On A Couch By Couch Size<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Couch Size<\/th> Throw Pillow Quantity<\/th> Throw Pillow Size<\/th><\/tr><\/thead> Small (44 inches wide and down)<\/td> 1 pillow<\/td> 20-inch x 20-inch square or 12-inch x 20-inch lumbar<\/td><\/tr> Medium (45-100 inches wide)<\/td> 3 pillows<\/td> Two 20-inch x 20-inch square & one 12-inch x 20-inch lumbar or one 16-inch by 16-inch square<\/td><\/tr> Large (101-120 inches wide<\/td> 5 pillows<\/td> Two 20-inch x 20-inch square, two 16-inch by 16-inch, & one 12-inch x 20-inch lumbar<\/td><\/tr> X-Large\/Sectional (120 inches wide and up)<\/td> 5-7 pillows<\/td> Three 20-inch x 20-inch square, two 16-inch by 16-inch, & one 12-inch x 20-inch lumbar<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table> How Many Throw Pillows Should Be On A Single-Seat Couch?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n