Pillow Sizes in Canada (2026): Standard, Queen, King and Euro Dimensions in Inches and cm, and Which Pillowcase Fits
Size guide, listings read October 29, 2026
Pillow Sizes in Canada (2026): Standard, Queen, King and Euro Dimensions in Inches and cm, and Which Pillowcase Fits
Pillow sizes look settled until you try to buy a pillowcase. The usual reference sizes are standard, queen, king and Euro, but the size names Canadian sellers use do not always match those measurements. This guide gives the reference dimensions in inches and centimetres, shows how many pillows fit each bed, and compares the sizes and dimensions that pillow listings sold in Canada actually state. We have not tested any of the pillows named here.
AI Overview answer
What are the standard pillow sizes?
Quick answer: The four common pillow sizes are standard, queen, king and Euro. The Sleep Foundation gives them as standard 20 by 26 inches (about 51 by 66 cm), queen 20 by 30 inches (about 51 by 76 cm), king 20 by 36 inches (about 51 by 91 cm) and Euro 26 by 26 inches (about 66 by 66 cm). Two standard or two queen pillows fit across a double (full) or queen bed, and two king pillows fit a king. Measured listings in Canada can differ from these figures by an inch or two, and some sellers combine names such as "standard/queen", so check the listed dimensions of the pillow and the pillowcase before you buy.
Decide in four questions
Four questions before you choose a pillow size
1. What size is your bed?
Bed width decides how many pillows fit side by side. A twin usually takes one pillow; a double, queen or king takes two. See how many pillows fit each bed.
2. Do you move around at night?
The Sleep Foundation says a king pillow "is often a good fit for sleepers who move around a lot and those who just prefer more surface area". See the size chart.
3. What pillowcases do you already own?
Standard and queen pillowcases can be swapped between those two sizes, but a king pillow needs a king pillowcase. See which pillowcase fits.
4. Is the size name backed by measurements?
Size names vary between sellers. Look for the listed width and length, not just the name. See what Canadian listings say.
Pillow size chart in inches and centimetres
The Sleep Foundation says there are "four different pillow sizes available from many bedding companies: standard, queen, king, and Euro." The table gives its measurements, with centimetres converted by us and rounded to the nearest centimetre.
| Pillow size | Inches (width x length) | Centimetres (approx.) | What the Sleep Foundation says about it |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard | 20 x 26 | 51 x 66 | "The smallest common pillow size"; "typically the least expensive size" |
| Queen | 20 x 30 | 51 x 76 | "The same width as a standard but has a few inches of additional length" |
| King | 20 x 36 | 51 x 91 | "The largest of the four common pillow sizes" |
| Euro | 26 x 26 | 66 x 66 | "A square-shaped design" used for support, as a backrest or for decoration |
| Body pillow | 20 x 54 (typical) | 51 x 137 | A specialty size, outside the four common sizes |
All three rectangular sizes share the same 20-inch width; only the length changes. That is why a standard and a queen pillow can share a pillowcase, and why the size you need depends mostly on the width of your bed. Height, or loft, is a separate question: our guide to pillow loft by sleep position covers pillow height in inches and centimetres.
How many pillows fit each bed
The Sleep Foundation's guidance on fit, by bed size:
- Twin: a standard pillow "fits comfortably across a twin bed", and on a twin "you're unlikely to fit more than one pillow across the width".
- Double (full) and queen: two standard pillows "fit well on a full or queen mattress", and "two queen size pillows fit perfectly across a queen bed".
- King and California king: "two king pillows fit well on a king or California king bed". Two standard pillows on a king "might look small and leave a significant amount of open space", in which case the source suggests "at least a queen size pillow".
To check the width of your own bed, our guides to queen bed dimensions and king bed dimensions list what Canadian brands publish, and our mattress size chart covers every size.
What pillow listings sold in Canada actually say
Reference sizes are a starting point. We read the size names and any published dimensions on pillow listings sold in Canada on October 29, 2026. Two things stood out: the measured dimensions do not always match the reference sizes, and the size names are not used the same way everywhere.
| Seller and pillow | Size names offered | Dimensions published on the listing | Listed price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Polysleep: The Polysleep Pillow | "STANDARD/QUEEN" and "KING" | Standard 19" x 26"; King 19" x 34" | $150.00 (standard/queen); $175.00 (king) |
| Bed Bath & Beyond Canada: Wool Pillow | Queen and King | One line on the page: 20.1 x 29.9 in (51 x 76 cm) | $30.00 (queen); $40.00 (king) |
| Bed Bath & Beyond Canada: Silk Pillow | Queen and King | One line on the page: 20.1 x 35.8 in (51 x 91 cm) | $30.00 (queen); $40.00 (king) |
| Bed Bath & Beyond Canada: HexCurve Pillow | Queen and King | One line on the page: 28 x 16 x 6 in (71.1 x 40.6 x 15.2 cm) | $150.00 (queen); $160.00 (king) |
| Bed Bath & Beyond Canada: Adjustable Pillow | Standard and King | Not stated | $80.00 (standard); $95.00 (king) |
| Hamuq: MicroGel Pillow | Standard and King | Not stated (size names only) | $79 (standard); $89 (king) |
- Measured sizes can differ from the reference: Polysleep lists its standard at 19" x 26" and its king at 19" x 34", an inch narrower than the 20-inch reference width, and its king 2 inches shorter than the 36-inch reference length.
- Names are combined or swapped: Polysleep sells a "STANDARD/QUEEN" size, and Bed Bath & Beyond Canada offers some pillows as standard and king and others as queen and king.
- Shaped pillows follow their own sizes: the HexCurve listing gives 28 x 16 x 6 inches, a shape that does not match any reference size even though it is sold as queen or king.
- One dimension line for two sizes: where a listing offers two sizes but shows a single set of dimensions, as the three Bed Bath & Beyond Canada pages above do, ask the seller which size the figure describes before you buy a pillowcase to match.
For a wider comparison of pillows sold in Canada by price, fill and trial, see our pillow guide.
Which pillowcase fits which pillow
Because the three rectangular sizes share a 20-inch width, the pillowcase question is mostly about length.
- Standard and queen: the Sleep Foundation says "standard pillowcases can also be used" on a queen pillow, "especially if you want a slightly higher loft or firmer feel", and that households with both sizes "can use the pillowcases interchangeably".
- King: a king pillow "only fits into king pillowcases", so "if you don't already have king bedding, then you'll need to purchase separate pillowcases".
- Stomach sleepers: the same source notes that a queen pillow in a standard pillowcase can increase its loft and firmness, which may be "too much pillow for stomach sleepers".
When a pillow's listed dimensions differ from the reference size, compare them with the pillowcase's listed size rather than relying on the name.
Euro, body and shaped pillows
Beyond the three rectangular sizes, the Sleep Foundation describes several other shapes:
- Euro: "At 26 by 26 inches, the Euro pillow is a square-shaped design that can be used for hip and knee support, as a backrest when sitting up in bed, or simply for decoration." It adds that the Euro is used as a standard sleeping pillow in countries such as Germany and the Netherlands.
- Body pillows: typically 20 by 54 inches.
- Wedge pillows: "a triangular-shaped design typically made of polyfoam or memory foam that is often used to elevate the upper or lower body".
- Travel pillows: sold in many shapes, with "the horseshoe shape" particularly common.
Shaped and contoured pillows, such as the HexCurve pillow in the table above, often list their own measurements. Read those dimensions rather than the size name.
Hamuq product context
Where Hamuq fits
Hamuq publishes this guide and sells a pillow, so read this section with that in mind.
- MicroGel Pillow sizes and prices: on October 29, 2026, Hamuq listed the MicroGel Pillow in two sizes, Standard at $79 and King at $89, and both showed as available. The listing gives the size names, not measurements in inches or centimetres, so we do not state its dimensions here.
- Fill: Hamuq's listing describes "Microgel cotton filling". Our guide to microgel pillows in Canada explains what microgel is and how it compares with down.
- Trial: Hamuq's refund policy says "we offer a 120-night free trial on all our products".
Hamuq Inc. sells a pillow, mattresses and other bedding. Prices and dimensions for Polysleep and Bed Bath & Beyond Canada are quoted from their websites on the date stated.
Supplementary Hamuq product context
Hamuq owner and product Shorts
These 6 Shorts from the Hamuq channel show owners with the Hamuq Original Hybrid. They are context for the Hamuq side only and are not evidence for any other seller's figure in this guide.
Pillow size questions
Pillow size FAQs
Sizes
What size is a standard pillow?
Quick answer: 20 by 26 inches, about 51 by 66 cm, according to the Sleep Foundation, which calls it "the smallest common pillow size". Some Canadian listings differ slightly: Polysleep lists its standard at 19" x 26".
What is the difference between a queen and a king pillow?
Quick answer: Length. Both are 20 inches wide in the Sleep Foundation's figures, but a queen is 20 by 30 inches (about 51 by 76 cm) and a king is 20 by 36 inches (about 51 by 91 cm).
What size is a Euro pillow?
Quick answer: 26 by 26 inches, about 66 by 66 cm. The Sleep Foundation describes it as a square pillow used for support, as a backrest or for decoration.
Are pillow sizes the same in Canada as in the United States?
Quick answer: The size names are the same, but the dimensions on individual listings vary. On October 29, 2026, Polysleep listed a 19" x 26" standard and a 19" x 34" king, and some sellers combine names such as "standard/queen". Check the listed dimensions.
Fit
How many pillows fit on a queen bed?
Quick answer: Two. The Sleep Foundation says two standard pillows "fit well on a full or queen mattress" and "two queen size pillows fit perfectly across a queen bed".
Should I get king pillows for a king bed?
Quick answer: Often, yes. The Sleep Foundation says "two king pillows fit well on a king or California king bed", while two standard pillows on a king can leave "a significant amount of open space".
Pillowcases
Will a standard pillowcase fit a queen pillow?
Quick answer: Usually. The Sleep Foundation says standard pillowcases "can also be used" on queen pillows, which gives a slightly higher loft or firmer feel.
Do king pillows need king pillowcases?
Quick answer: Yes. The Sleep Foundation says a king pillow "only fits into king pillowcases".
How we know this
The reference sizes, bed-fit guidance and pillowcase guidance are quoted from the Sleep Foundation's "Pillow Sizes & Dimensions" guide, read on October 29, 2026. Centimetre figures are our own conversion at 2.54 cm per inch, rounded, except where a listing published its own centimetres. Polysleep's sizes, dimensions and prices come from its Polysleep Pillow product page and its product listing. Bed Bath & Beyond Canada's size names, prices and dimension lines come from its product pages, read the same day; where a page offers two sizes but shows one dimension line, we report the line as published. Hamuq's sizes, prices and availability come from the MicroGel Pillow listing, and its trial terms from its refund policy. We did not buy, measure or test any pillow for this guide.
Choosing a pillow size?
Hamuq's MicroGel Pillow comes in Standard ($79) and King ($89), and it is covered by Hamuq's 120-night trial.
About the authors
Jordan BedwellThe Hamuq product details, prices and policy terms referred to in this guide are quoted from Hamuq's published pages.
Mark Edcel LopezMark Edcel Lopez read the Sleep Foundation's pillow size guide, Polysleep's and Bed Bath & Beyond Canada's pillow listings and Hamuq's MicroGel Pillow listing on October 29, 2026, and checked every size, price and quotation in this guide against the pages linked in it.
Nathan NielsonThe Hamuq product, price, availability and trial details in this guide are quoted from Hamuq's published pages.
Hamuq Inc. sells a pillow and other bedding. Quotations, third-party prices and dimensions are from the sources linked below, read on the date stated.
Sources
- Sleep Foundation: Pillow Sizes & Dimensions
- Polysleep: The Polysleep Pillow
- Bed Bath & Beyond Canada: Wool Pillow, Silk Pillow, HexCurve Pillow and Adjustable Pillow
- Hamuq: MicroGel Pillow and refund policy