What is a European sham?

A Euro sham is a decorative covering for a Euro-sized pillow. Euro pillows are typically 26 inches by 26 inches and Euro shams are made to fit over them. They play the same role as other-sized bed shams, just for a nontraditional-sized pillow.

What is a standard sham?

A sham is a decorative pillow case that transforms normal sized pillow fills into useful accessories for one’s bedding set. Pillow shams normally come in traditional pillow sizes: Standard Sham (26″ x 20″), King Sham (36″ x 20″), and Euro Sham (26″ x 26″).

What is European size pillow?

What Size Is a Euro Pillow? Euro pillow dimensions are usually 26 x 26 inches. Standard pillows are typically 20 x 26 inches, and kings are about 20 x 36 inches, so European pillows are actually a bit wider than the bed pillows you sleep with.

What size pillows fit Euro shams?

26″ x 26″
We’re here to help! A euro sham pillow (often known as a euro pillow) is a square pillow used decoratively on beds, usually placed behind standard, queen, and king sized pillows. The traditional size for euro sham pillows is 26″ x 26″. They are usually covered in a decorative pillow case known as a Euro Sham.

How do you use a European sham?

Use the 2 euro shams and place them side by side, using them as your first layer, closest to the headboard. Then place the 2 standard pillows, centered in front of each Euro sham. Next, place the 2 standard shams, centered in front of each pillow. Place the 2 decorative pillows centered in front of each sham.

How do you use a Euro sham bed?

Are Shams necessary?

Putting pillows in shams helps keep pillows clean and safe from kids, pets, and makes a bed look good. A set of shams paired with a duvet help tie-together a bed’s overall look for aesthetic value. A sham can be easily put on or removed from a pillow and placed in the wash if needed.

Do European pillows go in front or back?

Center the euro pillow and rest it against the headboard or wall. Place the standard pillow in front of it, followed by the bolster. Make sure to have them all in line with each other for maximum effect. For this arrangement, start by standing the euro pillow against the wall headboard.

Are Euro pillows necessary?

Practically speaking, it provides back support when you’re sitting up in bed reading (or watching Netflix). It also protects your headboard, creating a barrier between it and the natural oils from your face and body. And if you don’t have a headboard, Euro pillows are a perfect stand-in.