Sofa Cushions: Comparing Size, Texture, Colour and Care

Large cushions can change the usable depth of a sofa as well as its appearance. Before choosing several, measure the seat with its back cushions in place. Think about where people will sit, how many decorative cushions you want to move, and which fabrics suit everyday use in your room.

Build the arrangement around a seat

A 56 cm square cushion has a noticeably different scale from a 43 cm one. Try one larger cushion at an end of the sofa, then add a smaller contrasting texture if you want another layer. Keep enough room for someone to sit without first dismantling the display.

Use colour in a controlled way

Chocolate and cream can form a restrained base, while paprika adds a warmer accent. These are styling suggestions rather than a guarantee of a colour match. View fabric samples where available, because screen settings and the light in your room can change the apparent shade.

Read the care label for each cushion

The examples have different cleaning instructions despite all being decorative cushions. Do not assume a removable cover is machine washable, or that a velvet-looking fabric contains the same fibres as another. Confirm the filling, whether a pad is included and the care advice for the exact size and colour you order.

Explore cushions and sofa throws to compare the materials and sizes together.