How to put a bed in the bedroom: organizing a bed

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Let's be honest: not everyone today carefully makes their bed before leaving for work.
At best, you only cover it when you get home. It would seem that this is a matter of two minutes! But it is psychologically difficult for us to transfer the bed from one state to another: from chaotic to orderly. Let's make it easier for ourselves and... stop making the bed for the whole day! Your bedroom is not so dusty that you are afraid that the bed will become dirty in the evening. If the bedroom is your private space where no one looks during the day, put the covers away!

The bed will look much more impressive if you simply straighten the sheets, carefully arrange the pillows and slightly turn down the edge of the duvet cover to show its contrasting underside. To do this, you will need a creative bedding set, for example, with a light solid sheet, dark pillowcases and a reversible duvet cover with a colorful pattern.

When is a blanket needed?

Forget about the previous section if you have children, pets in your home and if you are a big fan of inviting friends over and cozying up on the bed to watch movies, for example.
Also, if you have a habit of lying down during the day, it would also be good to make the bed with a blanket, but this can also be done in an extraordinary way. For example, a small blanket or blanket, folded in half, can be placed diagonally on the bed or at the foot of the bed. It's boring to sleep in the same place, especially if you have a large bed.

Add pillows!

They will be appropriate both on a bed with and without a blanket.
Just choose a few decorative pillows to match the color of your bedroom, bedding and bedspread. You don't have to look for everything that matches tone on tone. It's much more fun to play with colors and patterns! There should be a lot of pillows, and different ones. Otherwise, what else are they for? Choose pillows that are square, rectangular, in the shape of stars, animals, hearts... Much here depends on the gender, age and preferences of the owner of the bedroom.

We also recommend buying pillow covers of different styles and textures. When you change your bed linen or bedspread, you can also change your decorative pillow covers. In addition, pillows with an expressive texture will play a decorative role, while softer and smoother ones can be used to take a nap during the day.

Don't let yourself get sucked into a dull routine: create new things, try the unknown! You can start with the simplest thing - your own bed.

I don’t know about you, but the thing called “make your bed and don’t get exhausted” hasn’t worked out for me all my life. The best I can do is to pile all the objects on top of each other in a more or less symmetrical mountain, and put a pillow on top like a proud boat. Guests, of course, won’t be confused by such things (they’ve seen other things), but sometimes you still want to be the owner of a bed made according to all the rules. Moreover, some people (for example, my dad) achieve a similar result in a matter of seconds! In our article today we will try to reveal all the intricacies of a perfectly made bed.

First of all, the very fact of what your bed is is important. Agree, it’s much easier to transform a narrow single bed with a thin mattress than a huge bed with a mountain of feather beds and nice pillows. Also, a lot depends on how you sleep - like a steadfast tin soldier or raking all the sheets under you.

The process of cleaning the bed begins with the fact that it must be thoroughly “shake up”. To do this, remove all items and adjust the mattress. After this, you carefully spread the sheet and carefully pull it around the entire perimeter of the bed. The corners can be tucked or pinned - the latter option holds more securely. The blanket is folded in half and positioned so that there is approximately 15 centimeters left to the headboard - this is where the pillows will be located.

In principle, we can end here. If you want to make the bed the decoration of the room, you can additionally throw a blanket and a few thought pillows on it. The bedspread can completely hide the bed, or it can simply be casually thrown over it - the options can be changed depending on your mood or the beauty of the bed linen.

As for pillows, the issue of measure is important here, as well as their arrangement - from largest to smallest. In other words, if you have a small bed, then a couple of pillows will be enough, unless you use them for additional purposes, like in the fairy tale of the princess and the pea. A large bed can be decorated with pillows in several rows: they can vary in shape and color, but should be in harmony in style.

How to make a bed so that it is the main decoration of the bedroom?

Most likely, we make our bed in the old and proven way: we simply lay out the bedspread evenly on the bed, while trying to hide the bed linen and remove the pillows as carefully and deeply as possible. And we don’t pay much attention to the appearance of the bedspread. But such a piece of furniture can incredibly change the entire atmosphere in the room. It will be useful to learn and learn how to make your bed beautifully.

What do we have on the bed?

First of all, we need to figure out what our bed decoration consists of:

“Dust skirt” or valance. Its task is to cover the mattress and bed frame, as well as protect them from dust.
Mattress cover. To protect the mattress from dirt, moisture and dust, be sure to use a mattress cover.
Blanket.
Cover. It covers the bed linen from dust and creates a neat look.
Pillows. They can be either for sleeping or decorative.

Refueling correctly

Let's move on directly to the steps to create a beautiful and pleasant appearance for our sleeping place:

A clean and ironed valance is placed over the mattress or on the bed frame. The lush frill should be evenly spread to the floor along the entire perimeter.
Wear a mattress cover.
Lay down and smooth the sheet. The edges of the product should flow freely.
Tuck the sheet under the mattress.
Place the blanket on top of the tucked sheet. If the size of the blanket is larger than the mattress in width or length, then fold the excess elements or leave them hanging.
Place a blanket; it should be larger in size. Its edges can reach the floor.
Decorate the surface of the bed with pillows.

Now, knowing the basic principles and steps of how to make a bed beautifully, you can focus on creating a complete and stylish look for the bedroom. There are many important factors and nuances in this process, which are best discussed in detail.

Bed life hacks

One of the most tedious parts of making a bed is inserting the blanket into the duvet cover. First, you look for the corners for a long time, then you try to awkwardly grab the blanket itself under these corners, and then you shake it for a long, long time so that it “spreads out” evenly. Not a bad exercise in the morning, isn’t it?

We found a video on how to put on a duvet cover in 40 seconds.

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Feel free to forget how you were taught to make your bed as a child. And, of course, listen to our advice

In the domestic tradition, it is customary to hide bed linen securely from prying eyes. Blankets and pillows were put away somewhere in the nightstand and taken out only before bed. And if there was nowhere to put it, the bed was covered from head to toe in a blanket - “under a tapestry” or to match the curtains. This is where all the decoration, as a rule, ended.

Times have changed. Smart casual beds are all the rage these days, and you don't even need a bedspread to make your bed beautifully.

How to make a bed - nuances and non-standard techniques

To make the bedroom look original, designers recommend decorating the bed with decorative elements that match the style and color with the rest of the textiles. The following are suitable for this: “skirts”, blankets, pillows of various shapes, throws, knitted napkins, embroidered fabrics, soft toys.

If the bed is single

You can fill the single model in any convenient way. Typically, the blanket is wider than the bed, so it needs to be folded in half to prevent the edges from drooping. If it is installed sideways to the wall, then it is better to lay the pillows along the entire length, and not at the head. Small accessories can be used as decorations.

Making a double or large bed

For large furniture, any method of decorating is suitable. It all depends on the style of the bedroom and the flight of designer’s imagination. It is better to place pillows and soft toys on the top and in the middle. You can choose geometric placement of elements, fantasy compositions, or scatter them chaotically. Throws, blankets and other long accessories are usually placed closer to the foot.

It will be useful: Fastening the baseboard to the tabletop

What about a round or oval bed?

On a round sleeping place, the blanket is either simply spread out or laid across. With the second method, it must first be folded in half widthwise. And then cover with a blanket, which can be either round or traditional in shape. The main thing is that it hides the blanket and the upper part of the frame. The choice of arranging decorative elements depends solely on the taste of the bedroom owners.

How to make a bed on a bunk or loft bed

The lower tier can be filled in any way. For it, you can choose a bedspread that will hang down, a variety of decor that matches the design of the bedroom.

The upper part of a bunk model and a loft bed is usually covered in the same way as in the army. That is, the blanket is folded so that the edges do not hang down, and the bedspread is tucked under the mattress. Decorations are generally not used.

Who said laundry needs to be hidden?

Modern duvet covers, sheets and pillowcases are so beautiful that they are suitable as the main decorations of the bed. A blanket in a decent duvet cover can completely replace a bedspread. Moreover, it’s also better not to cover the pillows - it’s a sin to hide such beauty!

Nowadays it is common to combine several colors and patterns in one set. The sheet can be plain, and the duvet cover can be striped on one side and floral on the other. To demonstrate the fullness of the plan, cover the bed to the middle - set aside the top part of the blanket or roll it up. This will reveal a fragment of the sheet, reveal the intricate underside of the duvet cover and how great it all looks together.

In addition, if you spread the bed halfway, it will act very attractively and will work in your favor if you want a guest to stay the night.

More pillows - beautiful and different

If you want a luxurious bed, don’t skimp on accessories: let there be a lot of them, some expensive and some not so expensive. Especially if the bed is large and the room is relatively spacious.

In addition to the pillows you sleep on, it would be good to buy two or four more types of decorative ones. The more of them you gather on your bed, the more interesting and cozy it will look. Moreover, if you like symmetry, there should be two or even four pillows of each type. Try to combine pillows of different sizes, textures and colors: silk, satin, corduroy, fur, plain, printed - all together they can make a wonderful company.

And don’t think that decorative pillows are completely useless - they will come in very handy if you want to lie down to read or watch a movie.

It’s good if the brightest accent pillows rhyme with something else in the bedroom - for example, repeat the tone and color of a blanket, curtains or upholstery. If you collect a complete set of pillows, then in the future you will only buy new pillowcases and can change them according to the season or according to your mood. It's both beautiful and inexpensive.

There are a great many options for how to beautifully fold pillows on a bed. The classic way is in rows, from large to small. There is no need to remove sleeping pillows from the bed or hide them. Whisk and place them at the head of the bed. First square, and then rectangular (so-called Euro pillows).

They will be covered by a row of plain decorative pillows, in front of which bright little thoughts will sit, then by a bolster, and the composition will be completed by some small pillow outstanding in its beauty in the very center of the bed.

If there is very little time and pillows, we make it even simpler: quickly cover the sleeping pillows with decorative ones. All! Let's go get some coffee and go to work.

Creative clutter can also be a casual design strategy - simply pile pillows or scatter them evenly across the bed

Feng Shui bedroom: rules

In order to feel good and have at least normal performance, you need to get enough sleep. You can't argue with that. The atmosphere should be calm and relaxing, and for this, when decorating a bedroom, light, pastel colors are generally chosen.

But it’s not just color that creates atmosphere. The furnishings, including furniture and other items, are no less important. Eastern philosophy pays great attention to the correct arrangement of objects and decor, and in particular, one of its directions is Feng Shui. There are quite a few rules, here are the main ones that apply specifically to the bedroom:

Only necessary things should be there. Any objects accumulate energy, and a large amount of it in the bedroom makes it difficult to relax. Therefore, we take everything unnecessary to other rooms. Especially what is stored under the bed.
If the bed is double, there should be one mattress, not two folded together. The border separates the spouses emotionally, which will inevitably cause problems.
It is advisable to place the bed in the bedroom so that it is approached from both sides. If this is impossible, a man sleeps under the wall so that a woman, climbing over him, does not take away his energy.

It is important to remember how not to place the bed

There should be no overhanging elements above the headboard: no overhanging large shelves or other similar structures. The ceiling is smooth, even, without sloping parts. All these elements change the direction of energy flow and are therefore undesirable.
The chandelier is not above the bed, but offset. If it is not possible to move it completely, a special form is needed - a ceiling plate or a horn plate, but with the horns facing up.
Place the mirror so that it does not reflect the bed, but it cannot be hung at the head of the bed either. The same applies to the mirror surfaces of a closet or dressing room. If a mirror is necessary, hang it on the inside of the door. They opened it and looked at their reflection.

How to properly place a bed in a room

Now let's move on to Feng Shui recommendations on how to place a bed in the bedroom. There are also enough rules:

It is advisable to place the headboard close to a solid wall without windows or doorways. If you can’t place it against a solid wall, then at least not under a window.
Do not put your feet towards the door.
It should not stand on the straight line connecting the window and the door.
If there are ventilation shafts or sewer risers behind the wall, the bed should definitely not be placed against such a wall. This applies to bedrooms with their own bathrooms. Position the bed so that it is as far away from such a wall as possible.

How to put a bed in the bedroom

Orientation by cardinal directions

According to Chinese sages, the direction of our home in general, and the place to sleep in particular, influences our lives: we spend much more time at home while sleeping than when we are awake. Therefore, choose another place to place the headboard of the bed:

to the south - ensures stability of reputation;
to the southeast - enhances perseverance, helps achieve goals;
to the east - sleep peacefully;
to the northeast - activates thought processes;
to the north - promotes the development of intuition;
northwest - attracts friends;
to the west - improves health and promotes the appearance of offspring;
to the southwest - attracts love.

Based on all this, you choose to sleep with your head to the north and develop intuition, or to the southwest to find love... or somewhere else.

When choosing the location of the bed, consider its position relative to the cardinal directions

Add another layer

You've probably noticed that on the bed, on top of the bedspread, closer to the feet, some kind of textile is often placed in a wide strip. This is a place for a blanket or an extra blanket in case you want to lie down during the day without completely laying out the bed.

Plus, this is a great opportunity to add a decorative accent not just to the bed, but to the entire bedroom. So, you can support the theme that is present in the wallpaper, pillows, curtains or upholstery, or simply add a bright spot to the interior.

Softly making your bed: 10 tricks to make your bed like in a 5-star hotel

What methods and techniques can you borrow from hospitality professionals? They certainly know how to beautifully make a bed in the bedroom! If you want to give the same luxury and chic look to your bedroom, then let's find out what the experts are looking for.

Mattress

When caring for a bed in expensive hotels, special attention is paid to the mattress. First of all, all elements and bedding are removed from the bed, and then they are vacuumed and cleaned most thoroughly. To cover the bed frame and also to prevent dust from getting under it, hotels use valances, or so-called “skirts”. Then a mattress cover is put on, which performs a number of very useful functions: smoothes the surface of the mattress, protects from dirt and dust, as well as moisture.

Sheet

This element of bed linen must be carefully and carefully smoothed - the sheet must be absolutely flat. To do this, tuck it well under the mattress on all sides.

Hotel maids have found their own way to do this most efficiently. Their secret is that they spray the fabric with water from a spray bottle - this makes all the steps easier to create a perfectly flat surface.

Important! You can add a drop of essential oil, such as lavender, to the water. This will give a special aroma to the sleeping area.

Bedspread or bed linen?

Bedspreads are also used in hotels and inns. They are carefully selected to match the interior of each room. However, designers sometimes resort to interesting solutions. For example, do not use a bedspread, but use only beautiful bed linen. Or put another sheet on, but face down. If you peel back the blanket, its design will be visible.

Decorative pillows

With their help you can create a wide variety of compositions in the interior. Their number, style, color and shape, texture of materials and fabric may vary.

Important! To keep your pillows looking fluffy and soft, be sure to fluff them every time you make your bed.

Pillows can be placed on the bed strictly symmetrically, or, on the contrary, in creative disorder. And even the angle of inclination matters! Try installing the pillows evenly or at an angle of 45 degrees - it seems like a small thing, but this changes the appearance noticeably. Or another option is to stack them in the form of a pyramid: from largest to smallest.

Important! Do not overdo it with decorative elements, since the smaller the dimensions of your furniture, the fewer elements you need to use.

Graceful diagonal or fold

We are used to making the bed evenly and standardly. But a very pleasant effect is created by the additional bedspread, which elegantly hangs diagonally at the corner of the berth. This gives the environment a more homely feel and a feeling of someone's close presence.

You can also make a decorative fold. To do this, cover the bed with a blanket - it should hang evenly along the edges and be even. Near the headboard we bend the top edge of the bedspread along with the blanket. About one third. And then we bend the free edge inward.

Carelessness in the interior

Many designers advise using such an accent in the interior. It allows you to create a light, subtle mess in the room, which turns the room from austere and spartan into a cozy home.

Important! Don't confuse it with sloppiness! You need to make the bed so that it is clear that you cleaned the bed, but did not want to achieve absolute order.

Bed sheets

Currently, bed linen is of excellent quality and rich design. A variety of colors and patterns, the quality and texture of fabrics - it’s such a shame to hide all this under a blanket. Designers advise not to hide such beauty from view. You can simply make your bed neatly and still be on top of fashion trends in design.

Multi-layering

In luxury hotels you can often see an extra blanket at the bottom of the bed, at the feet. It is laid beautifully in a wide strip. Try to do the same! Not only does this serve as an additional decor, but it also has a special meaning: if you want to lie down, you can cover yourself with a blanket without having to completely spread out the bed. Agree, it is very convenient and practical!

Decorations

If the style of the bedroom allows, then you can decorate the bedspread with various ribbons, openwork lace, edging, etc. Such decorative elements give the product a sophisticated and complete look. Feel free to use these details if your room is designed in a classic or Art Deco style.

Combination with curtains

Although this approach to the design of interior textiles is a little outdated, however, designers still do not stop resorting to it. Stylists advise sewing a characteristic bedspread from curtain fabric.

These little secrets will help you make your bedroom no worse than those in 5-star hotels.

Plain underwear is a fashion trend

We warn you that variegated colors can quickly become boring. New favorites include white sets. Moreover, they are displayed as boldly as non-whites. But it’s always difficult with white linen - this color requires impeccable cleanliness.

A more convenient and no less relevant option is linen in the color of raw linen and different shades of gray. The fabric is made in such a way that it is not necessary to iron such linen - it should look a little wrinkled.

And finally, the main hit is the black bed. You will hardly find a more sophisticated and expressive solution for a bed. Making such a bed beautifully is not difficult: it does not require any bedspread at all.

Of course, the topic of bed decor is inexhaustible, and everyone has their own recipes for how to make a bed. For some, the symbol of a cozy bed is a cotton valance (the so-called “bed skirt”), others always try to use seasonal types of material: fur cover in winter, and silk cover in summer. Some people mix underwear from different sets to make it more fun.

A dreamed bed is considered a symbol of tranquility, intimate adventures, fun, as well as illness and laziness. Making a bed in a dream promises big changes in the dream book. Why else do you dream about such an action?

Ways to make your bed beautifully

If you don’t have a special bedspread and other accessories, you can make your bed beautifully without them. In this case, give preference to plain bed linen, the color scheme of which harmonizes well with the interior of the bedroom. Spread the blanket over the bed. Fold back the top third. Place pre-fluffed pillows in the empty space. Depending on their shape, you can place them vertically, horizontally, or at an angle of 45 degrees relative to the headboard.

Of course, decorative bedspreads, blankets and pillows give you much more room for imagination and create a cozy atmosphere in the bedroom. Their choice depends only on your taste preferences. In any case, even an elaborately made bed will look much neater than just folded bedding. Most often, a beautiful bedspread or blanket that completely covers the bed linen is enough. Choose an option that is wrinkle-resistant and easy to clean. Then you can express your creative impulses.

Place scented sachets, such as lavender, between the pillows. In the evening, when you throw back the covers, you will be enveloped in a relaxing and sleep-inducing aroma.

For example, buy or sew several pillows of different sizes, made in the same color scheme. Place them at the head, alternating. In addition, you can use two bedspreads of different textures and sizes: if you put them together, you will create a visual effect of volume on the bed.

To learn how to make a bed correctly and in an interesting way, use training videos for hotel staff, where, as a rule, they master this art perfectly.

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