Pillow Sizes Australia: Standard, European & King Pillow Dimensions (cm)
The standard pillow size in Australia is 46 x 71 cm. European pillows are 65 x 65 cm and king pillows are 50 x 90 cm. Tontine pillows are made in all three sizes, and the same standard size is used for kids' pillows.
| Pillow size | Dimensions (cm) | Pillowcase size (cm) | Best for | Shop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard (including kids) | 46 x 71 | 48 x 73 | Every bed size and most sleepers; kids' beds | Standard pillows |
| European | 65 x 65 | 65 x 65 | Sitting up in bed, reading, decorative layering | European pillows |
| King | 50 x 90 | 50 x 90 | King and super king beds, sleepers who move across the pillow | King pillows |
Which pillow size should I choose?
For most people the standard 46 x 71 cm pillow is the right choice: it fits every bed size and every standard pillowcase, and it is the size Tontine makes in the widest range of fills and profiles. A single or king single bed takes one standard pillow, a double takes two, and a queen bed takes two standard pillows with a little space on either side. King pillows (50 x 90 cm) are made for wide beds: two king pillows fill a king bed (183 cm) edge to edge, and they suit active sleepers who roll off a standard pillow during the night. European pillows (65 x 65 cm) sit behind the sleeping pillows as back support for reading and give the bed a layered, hotel look.
Pillow size is not the same as pillow profile
Size is the length and width of the pillow. Profile is its height, and profile is what decides comfort and neck alignment. Side sleepers generally need a high profile pillow to fill the gap between shoulder and head, back sleepers a medium profile, and stomach sleepers a low profile pillow. Choose the size from the chart above, then use the Pillow Buying Guide to match profile, firmness and fill to how you sleep.
Do standard pillows fit standard pillowcases?
Yes. Australian standard pillowcases are cut at about 48 x 73 cm, a couple of centimetres larger than the 46 x 71 cm pillow so the case slips on easily and stays smooth. Pillow protectors follow the same rule, at 47 x 73 cm for a standard pillow. See the pillowcase size guide and the pillow protector size guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is the standard pillow size in Australia?
The standard Australian pillow size is 46 x 71 cm. It fits a standard 48 x 73 cm pillowcase and is the size used on single, double, queen and king beds.
What size is a European pillow?
A European pillow is square, 65 x 65 cm. It is used behind the sleeping pillows for back support and as a decorative layer.
What size is a king pillow?
A king pillow is 50 x 90 cm, about 19 cm longer and 4 cm wider than a standard pillow. Two king pillows span a king bed.
How many pillows fit across a queen bed?
Two standard pillows (46 x 71 cm each) fit across a 153 cm queen mattress with a small gap at each side. Two king pillows also fit but sit edge to edge.
Are kids' pillows a different size?
No. Tontine kids' pillows use the standard 46 x 71 cm size, so they fit standard pillowcases. The difference is a lower profile and softer feel for smaller bodies.
What is the difference between pillow size and pillow profile?
Size is the length and width (for example 46 x 71 cm). Profile is the height of the pillow, and it is the profile, not the size, that should match your sleeping position.