The Pillow Top Shell is a complete single-zipper replacement cover for Sleep Number® beds. If your mattress cover is sagging, stained, torn, or worn out but the air chambers and foam inside are still good, this outer shell makes the whole bed feel new again — without the cost of replacing the mattress. It replaces both the top quilted section and the bottom section in one piece, and with three hose outlets at the head it fits both single-chamber and dual-chamber beds. Made and sewn to order in the USA.
Pillow top surface
Single-zipper shell
Fits 8″ of components
Three hose outlets at head
Single or dual chamber
Made to order, USA
Which cover do I need?
This Pillow Top is a complete shell built to fit 8″ of internal components, with three hose outlets at the head so it works on single- or dual-chamber beds. If your bed has a newer smooth stretch-knit top, or two separate zippers, see the comparison below to land on the right one. New to all this? Read our guide to choosing the right Sleep Number replacement cover.
Is this the right cover for your bed?
The Pillow Top Shell is a single-zipper, complete outer shell — it replaces the top quilted section and the bottom section together in one piece. Its three hose outlets at the head mean it fits both single-chamber and dual-chamber Sleep Number beds.
| Cover |
Top surface |
Zipper |
Best for |
| Euro Top Shell |
Quilted |
Single |
Older quilted beds (pre-2020), p5 & older 5000-series style |
| Box Top Shell |
Quilted |
Dual (separate top & bottom) |
Beds with two separate zippers — 5000/6000/7000/9000, i8, i10 |
| Smooth Top Shell |
Smooth stretch knit |
Single |
Newer 360 smart beds (2020–2026) |
|
Pillow Top Shell (this page) |
Pillow top |
Single |
Complete shell with three hose outlets; single or dual chamber |
Want the same shell with a different look?
If you would prefer a quilted Euro top surface instead of the pillow top — same single-zipper, complete-shell construction, just a different look on top — take a look at our Euro Top Shell. It is the same idea built to your exact height in a quilted style.
Built to fit 8″ of components
The Pillow Top Shell is sized to hold 8″ of components inside the zippered cover. For most beds that is a 6″ foam rail / air chamber section plus a 2″ comfort layer of foam on top. Because the height is built in, there is no separate height to choose — just pick your size and we build it to fit.
Not sure your components add up to 8″?
Measure your foam side rails (usually 6″) plus any comfort layer on top (usually 2″). If your build is different and you are unsure whether the Pillow Top is the right fit — or if you need a different overall height — our Euro Top Shell is custom-built to heights from 6″ to 15″. See our guide to measuring your Sleep Number bed, or call us at 610-327-2322 and we will help you get it right.
What makes our Pillow Top Shell different
-
Complete one-piece shell — replaces both the top quilted section and the bottom section together
-
Three hose outlets at the head so it fits both single-chamber and dual-chamber beds
-
Built to fit 8″ of components (typically 6″ rails / air chamber + 2″ comfort layer)
-
Genuine YKK zipper (5cnu) — the same zipper used on Sleep Number beds up through the 2018 models
-
Made in the USA, with every component sourced in the USA — quality fabrics, foams, upholstery threads, and padding
-
Sewn to order on-site by our own craftspeople for a snug fit, just like the original — not a waterbed encasement remarketed as a Sleep Number shell
Sizes
Available sizes: Twin, Twin XL, Full, Queen, Short Queen, Expanded Queen, RV King (72″ × 80″), King, and California King. Because the shell is built to fit 8″ of components, there is no separate height to select — just choose your size.
Have a King Split-Head FlexTop bed instead? That is its own shape — see our FlexTop Split-Head collection.
Frequently asked questions
Will this fit my Sleep Number bed?
It fits single-zipper Sleep Number beds and is built to hold 8″ of components — typically 6″ of foam rails / air chamber plus a 2″ comfort layer. The three hose outlets at the head mean it works on both single- and dual-chamber beds. If your build is different, call us and we will confirm the right cover.
Do I need to choose a height?
No — the Pillow Top Shell is built to fit 8″ of components, so the height is built in. Just select your size. If you need a different overall height, our Euro Top Shell is custom-built from 6″ to 15″.
Can I get this same shell with a quilted top instead?
Yes. Our Euro Top Shell is the same single-zipper, complete-shell construction with a quilted Euro top surface instead of the pillow top — same idea, different look.
Does it fit single-chamber and dual-chamber beds?
Yes. It has three hose outlets at the head, so it works for both single-chamber and dual-chamber Sleep Number beds.
Does it come with the air chambers and foam?
No — this is the outer shell only. It reuses your existing air chambers, foam rails, and comfort layers, which is what makes it a cost-effective way to refresh the bed.
How long does it take?
Each cover is made to order and sewn on-site, and ships via FedEx Ground from our Pennsylvania shop. Reach out at 610-327-2322 for current turnaround time.
Note: Magic Sleeper makes aftermarket covers for Sleep Number brand beds and is not affiliated with Select Comfort or Sleep Number in any way.
