{"id":26559,"date":"2022-02-23T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2022-02-23T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.nystquexulva.site\/what-is-a-sham\/"},"modified":"2026-10-18T19:41:55","modified_gmt":"2026-10-18T23:41:55","slug":"what-is-a-sham","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.nystquexulva.site\/blog\/what-is-a-sham\/","title":{"rendered":"What Is a Pillow Sham?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>When choosing a pillow sham, focus first on fit for your body and sleep needs rather than marketing claims. Compare materials, support, comfort or firmness, temperature regulation, durability, care requirements, trial or return terms, and total cost. The best option is the one that solves the specific problem you are shopping for while remaining comfortable and practical over time.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Among the dizzying variety of terms related to&nbsp;<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nystquexulva.site\/bedding\">bedding<\/a>, you might have encountered the term \u201cpillow sham.\u201d \ufeffSimply put, a pillow sham is a type of pillow cover used to turn ordinary sleeping&nbsp;<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nystquexulva.site\/blog\/how-to-pick-the-best-pillow\/\">pillows<\/a>&nbsp;into decorative pillows. \ufeff<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Pillow shams (also occasionally referred to as bed shams) can sometimes be included as part of bedding sets along with bedspreads, duvet covers, bed skirts, and so on. Standard pillowcases, on the other hand, are typically sold as part of sheet sets along with fitted sheets and flat sheets. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th>Decision Criteria<\/th><th>Pillowcase<\/th><th>Pillow Sham<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Primary Purpose<\/strong><\/td><td>Protection &amp; sleeping comfort<\/td><td>Decoration &amp; room embellishment<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Matching Set<\/strong><\/td><td>Sold with sheet sets (fitted &amp; flat sheets)<\/td><td>Matches bedspreads or duvet covers<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Closure &amp; Design<\/strong><\/td><td>Open end; plain, thin fabric<\/td><td>Back opening; bordered by a flange<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Fabric &amp; Feel<\/strong><\/td><td>Soft, comfortable, and washable for daily sleep<\/td><td>Decorative, less comfortable, often delicate or embellished<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Placement &amp; Usage<\/strong><\/td><td>Used for sleeping; stays directly under head<\/td><td>Placed in front for display or behind for headboard cushioning<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"is-style-h2 wp-block-paragraph\">Bedding decision checklist<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Decide on primary purpose<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Choose standard pillowcases if comfort and sleeping surface protection are main priorities.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Choose pillow shams if decorative accenting and matching bedspreads or duvet covers are main priorities.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Choose pillow sham type and size<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Pick standard sham (20&#8243; x 26&#8243;) for standard size sleeping pillows.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pick queen sham (20&#8243; x 30&#8243;) for queen size sleeping pillows.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pick king sham (20&#8243; x 36&#8243;) for king size sleeping pillows.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pick Euro sham (26&#8243; x 26&#8243;) for decorative square pillows.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pick boudoir sham (12&#8243; x 16&#8243;) for small decorative rectangular pillows.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Plan nighttime arrangement<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Keep pillowcases on primary sleeping pillows.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Move pillow shams behind sleeping pillows for extra headboard support or remove them entirely before sleeping.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Check care requirements<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Machine wash basic cotton or linen shams with matching bedding.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hand wash shams with delicate embellishments like embroidery or beading.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-what-is-the-difference-between-a-pillowcase-and-a-sham\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is the difference between a pillowcase and a sham?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Despite having a very similar relationship with the pillow, pillowcases and pillow shams are actually two different entities that serve distinct purposes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u200b\ufeffRegular pillowcases\u200b\u200b\u200b<strong>&nbsp;<\/strong>are typically made of the same material as the sheet set they&#8217;re part of. \ufeffTheir primary purpose is to protect the pillow and create a comfortable enough surface to sleep on, so the fabrics they&#8217;re made with tend to be thin and plain. Pillowcases aren&#8217;t meant for decoration, although some fancier ones might feature embroidery or other embellishments along the edges. \ufeff<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ufeffPillow shams, on the other hand, are essentially decorative pillowcases that are meant to turn normal pillows<strong>&nbsp;<\/strong>into additional room flourishes, similar to throw pillows. \ufeffUnlike regular pillowcases, pillow shams typically open from the back and are bordered by a flange. Shams don&#8217;t usually match the sheets but instead are designed to match the bedspread<strong>&nbsp;<\/strong>or<strong>&nbsp;<\/strong>duvet cover. \ufeff<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-different-pillow-sham-types-and-sizes\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ufeffDifferent pillow sham types and sizes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ufeffLike pillowcases, pillow shams come in a variety of types and sizes to accommodate any type of pillow and match any room decor.\ufeff The types and sizes of pillow shams include the standard sham (26&#8243; x 20&#8243;), king sham (36&#8243; x 20&#8243;), and Euro sham (26&#8243; x 26&#8243;).&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Consult the below table for a breakdown of the most common pillow sham types and sizes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Pillow Type<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Description<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Pillow Sham Type<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Pillow Sham Size<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>King-Size Pillow<\/strong><\/td><td>King-size sleeping pillow<\/td><td>King sham<\/td><td>20\u201d X 36\u201d<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Queen-Size Pillow<\/strong><\/td><td>Queen-size sleeping pillow<\/td><td>Queen sham<\/td><td>20\u201d X 30\u201d<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Standard-Size Pillow<\/strong><\/td><td>Standard-size sleeping pillow<\/td><td>Standard sham<\/td><td>20\u201d X 26\u201d<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Euro Pillow<\/strong><\/td><td>Decorative square pillow<\/td><td>Euro sham<\/td><td>26\u201d X 26\u201d<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Boudoir Pillow<\/strong><\/td><td>Small, decorative rectangular pillow<\/td><td>Boudoir sham<\/td><td>12\u201d X 16\u201d<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-faqs\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">FAQs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"is-style-h3 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>What is the most important thing to consider before buying?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Start with the problem you need the product to solve, then compare support, comfort, materials, durability, care requirements, and return or trial terms. Avoid choosing on a single marketing feature alone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-where-does-the-sham-go-on-the-bed\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ufeffWhere does the sham go on the bed?&nbsp;\ufeff<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Shams typically stay on your bed together with ordinary pillows. During the day, pillows with shams are usually placed in front of ordinary sleeping pillows for decoration. \ufeffAt night, they&#8217;re either placed behind sleeping pillows to provide additional cushioning or removed altogether from the bed. \ufeff<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-what-is-a-sham-on-a-bed\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ufeffWhat is a sham on a bed?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ufeffShams are decorative covers<strong>&nbsp;<\/strong>that turn regular sleeping pillows into accent pillows to add to the room decor or to create a specific look. Unlike ordinary pillowcases, bed shams typically match the bedspread and duvet cover and not the sheets underneath. \ufeff<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-can-you-sleep-on-a-pillow-sham\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ufeffCan you sleep on a pillow sham?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It&#8217;s definitely possible to sleep on a pillow sham (after all, inside it you&#8217;ll find a regular comfy pillow)\u2014but you may find pillow shams feel less comfortable than normal pillowcases. It&#8217;s also much harder to keep shams clean if you use them for sleeping.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Keep in mind that, unlike normal pillowcases, the fabrics for pillow shams aren&#8217;t chosen with comfort and washability in mind. Their primary purpose is decoration. That&#8217;s why most people tend to put pillows with shams behind their regular pillows for extra cushion against their headboards. Alternatively, they simply remove them altogether from the bed when it&#8217;s time for sleep. \ufeff<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-can-you-wash-a-pillow-sham\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ufeffCan you wash a pillow sham?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can typically wash your pillow sham the same way you wash your bedspread or duvet cover.&nbsp;If the sham has embellishments like embroidery or beading, or if it&#8217;s is made of a particularly delicate fabric, you might want to hand wash it. Otherwise, it is usually OK to just throw it in a washing machine. Always check the manufacturer&#8217;s care instructions first.&nbsp;(Check out our guide to&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.nystquexulva.site\/blog\/how-to-wash-pillows-properly\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">washing pillows<\/a>.) <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><section\n    class=\"saatva-product-slider bg-fuscous-gray text-white\"\n    aria-label=\"Give your bed a makeover with these duvet covers and matching shams carousel\"\n    x-data=\"productSlider(4)\"\n>\n            <p class=\"bg-makara p-4 text-center\">Give your bed a makeover with these duvet covers and matching shams<\/p>\n    \n            <p\n            id=\"product-slider-6ad75901d8c9c-instructions\"\n            class=\"sr-only\"\n        >\n            This carousel automatically rotates through products. 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Made with responsibly-sourced, all-natural European linen that gets softer with every wash.<\/p>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/section>\n\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-up-your-bedding-game-at-saatva\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ufeffUp your bedding game at Saatva<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A pillow sham can be thought of like a fancy cousin of a pillowcase. The two are similar yet serve very different purposes. A pillowcase is designed to protect your pillow and provide a comfy surface to sleep on, while a pillow sham&#8217;s primary purpose is to add to your room decor.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One doesn&#8217;t replace the other, and while pillow shams are definitely not an essential piece of bedding like sheets or pillowcases, they can greatly contribute to the decor of your bedroom and help create that special sleeping environment designed just for you.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At Saatva, we offer a variety of duvet cover sets that come with pillow shams. These bedding sets are made with high-quality fabrics including cotton and linen and are super-soft, comfortable, and stylish.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Check out our<span class=\"tooltip\" data-id=\"29826\">embroidered sateen duvet<\/span>,<span class=\"tooltip\" data-id=\"29824\">sateen duvet cover set<\/span>,<span class=\"tooltip\" data-id=\"29022\">percale duvet cover set<\/span> and<span class=\"tooltip\" data-id=\"29827\">linen duvet cover set<\/span>&nbsp;to find a duvet cover and pillow shams that are perfect for you and your bedroom.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>What exactly is a pillow sham and what does it do to your pillow that can&#8217;t be achieved with a pillowcase? 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