Pillow Covers for Throw Pillows: Eight Listings Compared by Size, Fabric and Count
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A pillow cover changes the look of a sofa or bed without buying new pillows, which is why so many listings for them look alike. Almost all of them are sold as covers only, with no insert, and the size is usually 18 by 18 inches. The real differences are the fabric, the number of covers in the pack, and how the cover closes. This guide goes through eight listings and reads each one by the details the listing states.
Quick answer
Measure the insert you already own before you buy, since most listings here are for 18-inch inserts and the cover should be a close fit. Choose the fabric by how often the covers will be washed. Check the pack count, because some listings sell two covers and others sell four. If the cover has a zipper, check that it opens on a side that is easy to reach on your sofa.
How we chose
Each entry uses the details saved for the listing: the stated size, material, color, pattern, number of pieces, closure type and care line. Where a bullet point describes the feel or the design, the guide reports it as the listing’s wording. The guide does not say how any cover feels after washing and does not rank the covers against each other.
What we could not verify
Several listings do not give a pack count in the fields used for this guide, and some do not state a closure. Where a detail is missing, it is left out. Most listings say the covers are sold without inserts. Color names are the listing’s names, and the shade in a photo may look different under the light in your room. A listing for a seasonal design may not match the other covers in the group, so check the design before ordering for year-round use.
The eight listings
Cozoomy: set of four, chenille, beige taupe
The Cozoomy set is four covers, each 18 by 18 inches, in a beige taupe brown. The material is chenille, a soft pile fabric, and the pattern is plain. The care line asks for a separate cold-water wash, no bleach, and low tumble dry or hanging to dry. The bullet points describe a farmhouse and rustic style. The listing says the covers are for decorative use and does not include inserts. View the Cozoomy chenille listing on Amazon.
Aegero: pack of two, corduroy, cream white stripe
The Aegero pack is two covers in corduroy, 18 by 18 inches, in cream white with a striped pattern. It closes with a zipper. The listing gives the style as farmhouse, minimalist and modern, and says the covers are machine washable on a gentle cycle, with low tumble dry and no ironing. The bullet points state that the pack contains no insert. View the Aegero corduroy listing on Amazon.
Cozoomy: set of four, corduroy, neutral
The second Cozoomy listing is four corduroy covers in a neutral tone, 18 by 18 inches, with a striped pattern and a zipper closure. The care line is the same as the chenille set: separate cold wash, no bleach, low tumble dry or hang to dry. The style is listed as modern. Because the fabric is corduroy, the surface shows the grain of the weave more than a smooth cotton would. View the Cozoomy corduroy listing on Amazon.
Aegero: pack of two, faux fur, cream white
The Aegero faux fur pack is two covers, 18 by 18 inches, in cream white. The material is polyester and the pattern is striped. The title describes the covers as a Christmas design, so this is a seasonal option rather than an everyday one. The care line says to hand wash or use a gentle machine cycle, tumble dry low or hang to dry, and avoid bleach and ironing. The zipper closure is listed. View the Aegero faux fur listing on Amazon.
MEGAYES: set of two, faux rabbit fur front, velvet back
The MEGAYES set is two covers in cream white. The front is faux rabbit fur and the back is velvet, which the listing describes as a dual-texture design. The pattern is striped and the closure is a zipper. The pack count is two. The fur front gives the covers a different weight from the corduroy and chenille options above, so they suit a sofa that is used mainly in cooler months. View the MEGAYES listing on Amazon.
Cethom: set of two, boho blue, cotton and linen blend
The Cethom set is two covers in blue with a boho textured pattern and a floral motif, 18 by 18 inches. The listing describes the fabric as cotton and linen blend and gives the closure as a zipper. The care line says machine wash and hand wash are both allowed. The listing says the pillow inserts are not included. View the Cethom listing on Amazon.
DKwizme: set of two, vintage floral, light blue, 20 by 20 inches
The DKwizme set is two covers in light blue, sized 20 by 20 inches, which is larger than most of the other options here. The pattern is a striped floral with a botanical motif, and the style is listed as rustic. The material is polycotton, which the bullet points describe as 90 percent cotton and 10 percent polyester. The closure is a zipper. The care line says hand wash only, or machine wash. A 20-inch cover will fit a 20-inch insert, but it will look loose on an 18-inch insert. View the DKwizme listing on Amazon.
LANANAS: set of four, corduroy, neutral brown
The LANANAS set is four covers in a neutral cream and chocolate tone, 18 by 18 inches, in a plain corduroy-style fabric. The material is listed as polyester blend, and the closure is a zipper. The care line says hand wash gently or machine wash on a cold cycle. The listing states that the pack contains covers only. A four-pack suits a sofa or bed that needs several cushions in the same tone. View the LANANAS listing on Amazon.
A comparison by contents
| Listing | Size | Pack count | Material as listed | Closure as listed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cozoomy (chenille) | 18 x 18 in | 4 | Chenille | Not stated |
| Aegero (corduroy) | 18 x 18 in | 2 | Corduroy | Zipper |
| Cozoomy (corduroy) | 18 x 18 in | 4 | Corduroy | Zipper |
| Aegero (faux fur) | 18 x 18 in | 2 | Polyester | Zipper |
| MEGAYES | 18 x 18 in | 2 | Faux rabbit fur front, velvet back | Zipper |
| Cethom | 18 x 18 in | 2 | Cotton and linen blend | Zipper |
| DKwizme | 20 x 20 in | 2 | Polycotton | Zipper |
| LANANAS | 18 x 18 in | 4 | Polyester blend | Zipper |
The table shows the two numbers that matter most for a sofa: the size, and how many covers you get. The Cozoomy and LANANAS packs are the largest, and the DKwizme pack is the only 20-inch option.
Matching the cover to the insert
An 18-inch cover on an 18-inch insert will look full and tight. A 20-inch cover on an 18-inch insert will look loose and can fold in the corners. Measure the insert, then compare that to the cover size on the listing. If you have a mix of sizes, buy the same size for each cushion in a row so they look even.
Check whether the cover will be used over a pillow or a cushion. Some covers are thin enough to show the insert shape. A thicker insert needs a cover made from a heavier fabric, such as corduroy or faux fur, to hide the shape.
Care and washing
The care lines in this group are not the same. Cozoomy and Aegero ask for a cold or gentle wash and low heat drying. DKwizme says hand wash only, or machine wash. LANANAS says hand wash gently or machine wash cold. Read the care line on the page you buy from before you choose a fabric. If you wash covers every week, a fabric that the listing says is machine washable is the practical choice.
Checks to make before you order
Confirm the pack count on the product page. Some listings sell two covers under a title that suggests four, or the other way round.
Check whether the design is seasonal. The Aegero faux fur listing is written as a Christmas design, which will look out of place on a sofa all year.
Confirm that inserts are not included. Most of these listings sell covers only, so the inserts must come from you.
Which covers fit which room
For a neutral sofa in a living room, the Cozoomy chenille set and the LANANAS four-pack give the most cushions in soft, plain tones. For a bedroom, the corduroy options add texture without a loud pattern. For a cooler room, the MEGAYES faux rabbit fur front is the heaviest option in the group, and the Cethom boho set adds color to a room that is otherwise plain.
Frequently asked questions
Do these covers include inserts?
No. Every listing in this group says the covers are sold without inserts, or it is clear from the components field.
What size should I buy for a throw pillow?
Most listings here are 18 by 18 inches. Measure the insert before ordering, and buy a cover that matches it.
Can I machine wash the covers?
Most of the listings allow it on a cold or gentle cycle. Check the care line on the page you buy from, since the instructions vary.
Are the covers zippered?
Most of the listings state a zipper closure. The Cozoomy chenille listing does not state a closure in the fields used for this guide, so check the page.
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