Common shell fabrics include faux fur, plush, chenille, woven cotton, and polyester-spandex blends. Product labels frequently list materials such as 100% polyester, 100% cotton, or a 95% polyester/5% spandex blend.
Most dorm throw pillows use polyester fill, commonly labeled as "100% Polyester" or "100% Polyester Fiber."
Care instructions most often recommend spot cleaning or wiping the pillow clean. Some listings also advise line drying or laying the pillow flat to dry. A few items do not provide washing or drying instructions, so check the product details before laundering.
Typical overall thickness values range from about 3.5 inches to 7 inches, with common examples at 3.5", 4", 5", 5.5", 6", and 7".
Common square and round sizes include 16×16, 18×18, and 26×26 inches. Rectangular/oblong options such as 36×14 inches appear, and novelty or figural pillows may have dimensions around 23×11 or 20×7 inches.
Common shapes include square, round, rectangular/oblong, and novelty or figural shapes (for example, animal or character designs).
