26 Ways to Arrange Pillowson the Bed

Have you ever stared at the pillows on your bed, absolutely oblivious about how to arrange them? Well, if you are tired of excruciating neck pain caused by positioning the pillows on your bed wrongly, you are in the right place.

In this detailed guide, you'll learn how to arrange pillows on the bed.

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What is the Easiest Way to Arrange Pillows on the Bed?

The easiest way to arrange pillows on the bed is by adopting the classic pillow arrangement style. You’ll need four standard pillows, two accent pillows, and two bolsters to achieve this pillow arrangement pattern. Once you have them, you can proceed.

First, place the first pair of standard pillows and make them rest on the headboard. Next, place the second pair of standard pillows directly in front of the first. All that is left to do is place the accent pillows and then finish the arrangement with the bolster pillows.

Types of Pillow Sizes

Understanding the range of pillow sizes available and checking guides on the choice of positioning is essential when arranging pillows on the bed.

Here is a table showing the most common types of pillows and their sizes

Pillow Type	Corresponding Size (Width X Length)
Standard Pillow	20″ x 26”
Queen Pillow	20″ x 30”
King Pillow	20″ x 36”
European Pillow	25″ x 25”
Deco Pillow	20″ x 20”
Deco Pillow	18″ x 18”
Deco Pillow	16″ x 16”
Boudori Pillow	12″ x 16”
Neckroll Pillow	6.5″ x 13”

The standard height for pillows is 4 to 6 inches. So, ensure that your pillow is not too high, as this will put your neck in a position that strains the muscles in your back, neck, and shoulders.

How to Arrange Pillows on the Bed Based on the Bed Size

Your bed size will be crucial in determining how you'll arrange your pillows. Here we’ll experiment with the common bed sizes available today.

4 Ways to Arrange Pillows on a King-Sized Bed

There are numerous ways you can arrange pillows on your king-sized bed; here are some designs we are sure you'll appreciate.

DESIGN ONE

Required Pillows: Two standard pillows, two king pillows, three Euro pillows, one accent pillow

This design aims to create a cascade of pillows of descending height, therefore, putting attention on the most miniature and center Pillow.

Start by leaning three Euro pillows on the headboard; they serve as a backdrop.
Next, place two king pillows in front of the Euro pillows
After this, ensure that the standard pillows follow
Finally, the accent pillow comes in the front to cover the midsection.

DESIGN TWO

Required Pillows: Two standard pillows, two Euro pillows, three accent pillow

Begin by positioning two Euro pillows against the headboard with adequate space between the pillows
Next, place two king pillows in front of the standard pillows
After this, ensure that the accent pillows follow
Finally, place the Bolster in the center.

DESIGN THREE

Required Pillows: Two king pillows, two Euro pillows, one accent pillow

Start by positioning the king pillows against the headboard
Next, place the Euro pillows just after them
Finally, you have the option of placing your accent pillows at the center or in no particular order.

DESIGN FOUR

Required Pillows: Three Euro pillows, two standard pillows, two bolster pillow,three accent pillow

In this arrangement, first, place three Euro pillows so that they rest on the headboard.
Follow this arrangement by placing Two standard pillows.
Next, place the bolster pillows.
Finally, place three accent pillow you have left.

Here is a short video showing you ways you can arrange pillows on your king bed

4 Ways to Arrange Pillows on a Queen-Sized Bed

For queen-sized beds, these are the best pillow arrangements you will find anywhere.

DESIGN ONE

Required Pillows: Two standard pillows, two Euro pillows, one bolster pillow

This is a straightforward yet classy set-up.

To begin, place two standard pillows against the head of the bed
Finally, place the two Euro pillows and the bolster pillows in front.

DESIGN TWO

Required Pillows: Four standard pillows and one bolster pillow

Begin by placing the standard pillows in two rows, one before the other
Then, for a touch of style, place the Bolster in front.

DESIGN THREE

Required Pillows: Four standard pillows, two Euro pillows, two accent pillows

Begin by positioning two standard pillows against the headboard
Then place the two Euro pillows next
Followed by the two traditional pillows left
Finally, place your accent pillows in front, centrally.

DESIGN FOUR

Required Pillows: Four standard pillows and two accent pillows

Pile your standard pillows vertically to provide support for the accent pillows
Then, place the accent pillows in front, one after the other.

Here is a video showing ways you can arrange pillows on a twin-sized bed

6 Ways to Arrange Pillows on a Twin Sized-Bed

The small size of this bed limits the number of pillows it can accommodate. Here are some of the best arrangement options

DESIGN ONE

Required Pillows: One standard pillow, one Euro pillows, one Neck roll Pillow one accent pillows

First, position the standard pillow against the headboard so that it stands
Then, place the euro pillow.
Next, place the neckroll pillow.
Finally, place the accent pillow you have left.

DESIGN TWO

Required Pillows: One Euro pillow, two accent pillows

First, place your standard pillows flat on your mattress
Next, place the accent pillows one in front of the other, with the smallest in the front.

DESIGN Three

Required Pillows: One accent pillow, one Euro pillow, and one King pillow

First, position the Euro pillow against the headboard so that it stands
Then, place the king and accent pillows directly in front.

DESIGN FOUR

Required Pillows: One Neckroll Pillow, one King pillow, and one Accent pillow

First, position the Neck roll Pillow against the headboard.
Then, place the king and accent pillows directly in front.

DESIGN FIVE

Required Pillows: One standard pillow, and one Euro pillow

First, position the Euro pillow against the headboard so that it stands
Then, place the standard pillow directly in front.

DESIGN SIX

Required Pillows: One King pillow, and two Accent pillow

First, position the King pillow against the headboard so that it stands
Then, place two Accent pillows directly in front.

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Ways to Arrange Pillow on the Bed Based on Sleeping Position

It would be erroneous to ignore that we all sleep differently, and this diversity influences the choice of pillow arrangement. Popular sleeping positions include; lying on your back, sleeping on your sides or/and lying on the abdomen.

How To Arrange Pillows If You Sleep on Your Back?

One pillow should be placed to adequately support the back, under the head, neck, and shoulders in this sleeping position. There should be another pillow under the knees to reduce further back strain.

Pillows used should not be too thin to avoid an uncomfortable bend in your neck.

How To Arrange Pillows If You Sleep on Your Sides?

Place one pillow to support the head and neck; this way the spine alignment will remain straight. Another pillow should be between the knees to keep the spine in a neutral and natural position.

You’ll need to choose a thick pillow here; however, the pillow shouldn’t be too thick that it bends the neck, it should just be thick enough to keep the spine oriented vertically. The best side sleeper pillows available today are the Zoey Sleep pillow and the Abco Tech knee pillow.

How To Arrange Pillows If You Sleep on your Abdomen?

For people who sleep on their abdomen, you may or may not choose to place a pillow between the head and mattress. An additional pillow should be under the abdomen or pelvis to keep the lower back in its natural alignment.

Thin and flat pillows are the perfect choice for this sleeping position. Stomach and back sleepers should opt for the Bluewave Bedding pillows.

To find the perfect pillow, all you have to do is;

Note the size of your bed
Define your sleeping position
Match your sleeping position and bed size to any of the different styles discussed above.

Don’t forget to try out the Bluewave Bedding pillows, perfect for a back or stomach sleeper. The Zoey Sleep and the Abco Tech knee pillows are more suitable options for those who sleep on their sides.

If you need any further help on ways to arrange pillows on the bed, leave a comment below, and we'll be glad to assist you.