Have you noticed how well made hotel beds are? In these establishments, the bedding is always perfectly neat. And what a pleasure to curl up in clean, fragrant and well-ironed sheets. But why not reproduce this same effect at home? Want to experience this feeling in your own bedroom? To have unparalleled comfort, worthy of the greatest palaces, discover this trick to make your bed impeccably!
Tidy up the bed – Source: spm
As a reference, we will designate the luxurious Hotel “Grand Plaza Movenpick Media City”, a 5-star hotel located in Dubai and particularly renowned for its impeccable service. One of her cleaning experts shares her secrets to making the perfect bed. By following its instructions, you will be able to reach a new level of comfort and enjoy a good night’s sleep. As a bonus, a single detail is enough to transpose the standards of the hotel industry into your own room. The key to success ? Two golden rules to put into practice: move the bed away from the wall to have easy access to it and gather all the linen (sheet, duvet and pillows) in one place. Make sure they are within your reach to avoid searching for them across the room.
NB : like hotels, opt for white bed linen. This color symbolizes cleanliness, purity and freshness. It accentuates the cocooning and relaxing effect.
Here are the steps to follow:
- Start by spreading the fitted sheet (with elastic) all over the mattress and tucking it neatly underneath so it doesn’t stick out of the bed and slip around while you sleep. Pull carefully on each side to avoid any creases. Of course, make sure it is well washed and ironed.
- Then take the second sheet and place it on the bed. It should hang freely. Treat yourself and opt for a soft, airy and vaporous set. As for the material, the choice is yours: cotton, satin or linen.
- Make tabs on one side in the manner of hotel standards.
- Then, lay the duvet on the bed. Wrap its upper part. On hot days, you can freely remove the duvet and sleep only under a sheet.
- Finally, arrange the pillows elegantly on the bed. Take inspiration from the hotel style by playing on volumes: two large models and two smaller ones. But above all, do not deviate from the symmetry on each side of the bed. You can even add a final cushion in the middle in the form of a rectangle.
- For a nice decorative touch, don’t hesitate to install a chic and colorful bed throw.
- If you wish, spray a scented spray specially dedicated to bedding.
There you go, your bed is ready to welcome you. You will believe yourself at the hotel! But for your nights to be even more beautiful than your days, it is essential to bet on a high-end quality mattress. Do not skimp on the mattress topper for even more comfort. Opt for a cozy model with goose feathers: it will warm you up more on winter nights and chase away the colony of dust mites.
A clean mattress – Source: spm
Of course, it’s not enough just to have a dream bed, its hygiene must also be impeccable. To preserve your mattress and avoid changing it before time, it is important to establish an adequate cleaning ritual.
- Change the sheets weekly.
- Ventilate the room at least 5 minutes before making the bed (preferably from 7 a.m. to 10 a.m.).
- Shake pillows and sheets well.
- Thoroughly clean the mattress twice a year (or more), so that it is free of dust mites and bacteria.
Good to know : to preserve your bed, do not hesitate to use a good mattress protector. It will be an additional protective barrier against dirt and bad odors.
Here are some effective ingredients for cleaning the mattress:
Lemon and water: this mixture is ideal for cleaning the bed and removing stains from urine, sweat and vomit. As a bonus, as this citrus fruit has a deodorizing effect, you can easily neutralize all indelicate scents.
Baking soda : A true champion when it comes to cleaning, this white powder is also ideal for staining, disinfecting and deodorizing your mattress. By mixing a little baking soda with warm water, you will obtain a paste powerful enough to remove all stubborn stains.
White vinegar : another formidable cleaning agent, this natural ingredient is particularly useful for removing stains on the mattress, both traces of urine and perspiration. Simply use a damp cloth soaked in vinegar and gently rub the stained areas. Then, to camouflage its smell, you can spray an essential oil with lavender or orange. Sensation of freshness guaranteed!
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