Coming Home Magazine

Sleep in Style STEPS FOR MAKING YOUR BED TO PERFECTION. VALUE-ADD Have you heard the phrase: "When you look good, you feel good?" The same goes for your bed! After a long day of work, the feeling you get jumping into your perfectly made bed is everything—exciting and ultra-comforting all at once. Follow these steps to turn your bed into the ultimate dreamy haven. STEP 1: Place the bed skirt. A bed skirt offers decorative flair and can hide a box spring or frame with chic, aesthetically pleasing drapery. If your bed doesn't have side rails and a footboard, a skirt that skims the floor will make the bed appear put together with minimal effort. Opt for a neutral color, ensuring it complements the color scheme of your room décor and bedding. STEP 2: Put on the fitted sheet. Thanks to toppers, protectors, and specialty plush cushioning, mattresses are taller and bigger than ever, making fitted sheets nearly impossible (but necessary) to apply. While they might be the most challenging part of making a bed, fitted sheets protect your mattress, are nice to sleep on, and provide a clean, structural look. Popular sheet materials include: • Satin: Smooth and warm • Sateen: Soft and cool • Bamboo: Breathable and sustainable • Cotton: Versatile and absorbent • Linen: Natural and textured • Microfiber: Lightweight and durable STEP 3: Tuck in a flat sheet. The flat or top sheet is rectangular with finished edges and should come in a set with your fitted sheet. To create a sleek hotel appearance, lay the flat sheet on your bed with the "wrong" side facing up. Then, tuck in the bottom corners between the mattress and box spring or frame so it hangs evenly on both sides. STEP 4: Lay down a duvet, comforter, or quilt. Based on your style, body heat, and comfort levels, picking the right cover will elevate your sleeping experience. Cotton comforters are typically thicker than quilts; however, they're thinner and lower in fluffiness compared to a duvet with a down or down-alternative filling. Select a vibrant color that pops for contrast or a muted hue for calmness and cohesion. Once you've chosen a cover, follow these steps: • Drape it over your flat sheet • Fold the top part down a few inches • Smooth out any lumps • Pull the sides to tame puffiness STEP 5: Pile it with pillows. Pillows are essential to a good night's sleep, and they make your bed look great, too. Start with your standard pillows—the ones you use to lay your head on—and lean them against your headboard. Now, the fun part: piling on a bunch more pillows. For twin or full-sized beds, two to four throw pillows are suitable; larger beds can accommodate more. Here are four tried-and-true pillow combinations: • Four standard pillows • Four standard pillows and two lumbar pillows • Four standard pillows, three large euro pillows, and two decorative pillows • Four standard pillows, three large euro pillows, two decorative pillows, and one lumbar pillow STEP 6: Add finishing touches. Layer a throw blanket at the foot of your bed to curate that magazine-worthy, cozy vibe. Positioning one straight across, diagonally, or folded in quarters will add visual appeal and texture. Finally, spritz lavender linen spray to promote a luxurious and relaxing slumber. 8 COMING HOME MAGAZINE

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