Buying guidesPillow Loft Explained: How to Find the Right Height for Your Sleep Position
Pillow loft is the single biggest factor in neck comfort. Here's how to measure it and pick the right height for side, back and stomach sleeping.
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What is pillow loft?
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How to measure your ideal loft
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Recommended loft by sleep position
| Sleep position |
Typical loft |
| Side |
4–6 in (10–15 cm) |
| Back |
3–5 in (8–13 cm) |
| Stomach |
under 3 in (under 8 cm) |
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