The Best Throw Pillow Inserts

Your guide to this review today is by Cleaning expert Ben Murray
Published on
March 28th, 2019

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Ben’s formal training and certifications in cleaning include the ASD (Advanced Structural Drying), AMRT (Applied Microbial Remediation Technician),
WRT (Water restoration technician), CCT (Carpet Cleaning technician), and bio hazard cleanup, as well as several other certifications from the IICRC. Ben has managed teams involved in cleaning projects around the United States. Ben’s passion for cleaning dates all the way back to keeping his rugby gear tidy while a young lad. Ben holds an undergraduate degree from Oxford, a Master’s degree from Oxford, and a mountain of hands on experience at the school of hard knocks.

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Few ways that are faster or easier than using throw pillows when it comes to adding a splash of color and a unique look to a room. The thing many homeowners do not take time to consider though is the importance of finding the right pillow insert to use with those covers. Getting the right throw pillow insert is key to getting a pillow that will be comfortable and enjoyable and one that will be used rather than tossed aside by family members and guests.

Testing Categories

The Cleaning Institute has a proven reputation for quality and excellence when it comes to home décor and care and renovation products, and we proudly continue that great tradition with this review of throw pillow inserts. For this piece we focused on the following categories when testing the products that we have presented to you today:

Durability

One of the most important factors to consider for any product you plan to use in your home is its durability. There is no point spending money on something if it is not going to last as it is supposed to or as you need it to. The pillow inserts featured here are all durable and are made to hold up to the sort of wear and tear and use you would expect the pillows that you have on your living room sofa to endure day in and day out.

Firmness

All pillows have a certain degree of firmness and this is directly related to the materials used. Some materials are denser than others while will give you a firmer pillow. It also is affected by how the throw pillow insert is made and how much material is placed inside. Most throw pillows are for decoration so they are usually very light and not very supportive but you can definitely find inserts that are former if that is what you want.

Materials

Many materials can be found in pillow inserts with poly-fill fiber, cotton, feathers, and foam commonly used. As mentioned above, different materials have different firmness and thus different levels of support. You also need to think about special requirements your family may have. Feathers may not be best for someone who has allergies and foam may be too expensive for pillows that are used more for décor than practical use.

Comfort

Couch and sofa pillows may be mainly for décor, but they will be used at times for snuggling with the kids, taking a cat nap on the couch or binge-watching your favorite show. You are going to want pillows that are comfortable. You may not want or need memory foam quality, but you are not going to want something uncomfortable.

Value

The final factor we considered as we searched for the best pillow inserts to use with your throw pillows is the value each one represents. While all the inserts on our list are affordable, they should be of good value and are a smart investment for any homeowner to make in their décor. Value is wrapped up in more than the price tag so make sure you consider the benefits you stand to gain and see if those are indeed worth the price.

Tips for Choosing the Right Inserts

The home care and home design experts here at The Cleaning Institute wanted to share some final tips to make it easier to find the right throw pillow inserts for your wants and needs:

Make sure you consider the size pillows you need and what will work with your décor
Decide on the materials you want in your pillow and how firm and supportive you want it
Consider how often your pillows will be used and how often they will be on display
Look for comfortable inserts that offer a decent amount of support and firmness
Invest in quality but keep in mind most throw pillows are not used like regular pillows
Take care of your throw pillow inserts and wash them according to the care label
Replace the inserts if they start to get lumpy or become discolored from use

Top Pick

Phantoscope
4 Packs
Throw Pillow Inserts

Great set of 4 quality throw pillow inserts that will give you the firmness and support you need for your throw pillows. These are a great investment for any homeowner who wants to update their decor!

Price Check

Most notable upside: Uniform size for matching pillow sets and designed to be easy to put on and use for your throw pillows. These inserts are available in a wide range of sizes and can be used with many different throw covers. The white color shade makes them easy to use with thinner or white based covers without any show-through.

Biggest downsides: These throw pillow inserts are not as supportive as some of the other options available which are a drawback for some homeowners. Some reviews also indicate that they are a bit thinner than other pillow inserts and are not as rigid and supportive for overly decorative covers.

Honorable Mention

Foamily Premium
Hypoallergenic Stuffer
Pillow Insert

This throw pillow insert is a perfect option for any individual who suffer from common indoor allergies and is looking for quality hypoallergenic options for their decorative throw pillow inserts.

Price Check

Most notable upside: With a hypoallergenic design, these inserts are made to be allergy-free and also help repel common household allergens from accumulating on the pillow's fabric. They are easy to use and can be found in a range of sizes.

Biggest downsides: These inserts tend to be a bit on the thin side and there is not a lot of stuffing inside so they are little on the floppy side. The fabric covering of the insert is very thin, which can make it difficult to use with larger throw pillow covers.

Green Pick

Throw Pillow Insert,
Edow set of 2 Hypoallergenic
Down Alternative

A great throw pillow insert that can be used in a range of pillow covers and has many applications and use. For decorative pillows, these are a great insert to use in many ways.

Price Check

Most notable upside: This insert is a great choice for families that have members who suffer from indoor allergies such as dust and pollen and dander. These inserts are designed to be supportive and are also made to allergen-free and are a great alternative to the high-allergy materials, such as feathers that are often used in pillows.

Biggest downsides: The price tag is a little more pricey than other inserts that are available and this can be a turn off from some buyers. They also are very fluffy but are filled with a loose poly-fill material so there is little support when the pillows are actually laid on and used.

The Best Throw Pillow Inserts

Your guide to this review today is by Cleaning expert Ben Murray

The Cleaning Institute

Testing Categories

Phantoscope
4 Packs
Throw Pillow Inserts

Foamily Premium
Hypoallergenic Stuffer
Pillow Insert

Throw Pillow Insert,
Edow set of 2 Hypoallergenic
Down Alternative

All Our Picks

Phantoscope
4 Packs
Throw Pillow Inserts

Foamily Premium
Hypoallergenic Stuffer
Pillow Insert

Throw Pillow Insert,
Edow set of 2 Hypoallergenic
Down Alternative

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The Best Throw Pillow Inserts

Your guide to this review today is by Cleaning expert Ben Murray

The Cleaning Institute

Testing Categories

Phantoscope 4 PacksThrow Pillow Inserts

Foamily Premium Hypoallergenic Stuffer Pillow Insert

Throw Pillow Insert,Edow set of 2 HypoallergenicDown Alternative

All Our Picks

Phantoscope 4 PacksThrow Pillow Inserts

Foamily Premium Hypoallergenic Stuffer Pillow Insert

Throw Pillow Insert,Edow set of 2 HypoallergenicDown Alternative

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Phantoscope
4 Packs
Throw Pillow Inserts

Foamily Premium
Hypoallergenic Stuffer
Pillow Insert

Throw Pillow Insert,
Edow set of 2 Hypoallergenic
Down Alternative

Phantoscope
4 Packs
Throw Pillow Inserts

Foamily Premium
Hypoallergenic Stuffer
Pillow Insert

Throw Pillow Insert,
Edow set of 2 Hypoallergenic
Down Alternative