What makes a bed cozy and inviting? Although sheets, duvets and pillows are essential components of any comfortable bed, learning how to layer like a designer will help you create a bedscape and an impressive experience that you and your guests will love. From the mattress topper to sheeting, the perfect throw and pillows on pillows here’s how to style a bed that looks as good as it feels.
How to Make a Bed
The best way to make a bed is to follow these simple steps, but incorporate your personal tastes along the way to style a bed that’s uniquely you.
1. Add Your Sheets
Your fitted sheet should fit snugly on the bed to create a clean, flat surface. Lay the top sheet with the pattern facing down, so the seam side is up. That way, when you open the bed and pull the sheet over the duvet, the decorative edging on the sheet will face up.
When tucking in your sheets, use hospital corners (named for, yes, hospitals) to ensure clean lines at the foot of the bed. To achieve this, tuck the bottom edge of the sheet under the mattress. Then fold the extra cloth from the corner up onto the bed. Tuck in the triangular-shaped portion of the sheet under your mattress. Then fold the part of the sheet that you laid on your bed under the mattress. The corner of your bed should resemble a wrapped package.
2. Layer Your Duvet
Next, lay the duvet on top of the sheet, making sure both sides are even. Before placing the duvet on your bed, shake it out to ensure maximum fluff and volume.
3. Add Shams and Pillows
Now for the pillows. Prop your Euro shams against the headboard. Place your standard shams in front of the Euros, then your bed pillows in front of the shams. For the decorative pillows, start layering forward and toward the middle. Depending on your preference, you can precisely prop them up for a simple, elegant look or pile them on a little more randomly for a cozy, relaxed appearance.
4. Lay on Quilts and Throws
Finally, add the throws and quilts. A simply folded throw laid across the foot of the bed can help tie the look of a bed together, but don’t stop there. Layer a quilt on top of the duvet for extra warmth, or roll up a number of light throws and place them in a basket at the foot of the bed for balmier evenings. Let the season and your style help you decide.
At the end of the day, following the steps for the proper way to make a bed will do more than make it look Instagram worthy. By styling it with a full array of premium bedding products, you’ll create a sleep space that’s more inviting and comfortable, setting yourself for a better night’s sleep.
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