When you’re a teen, every chore seems like a burden. Whether it’s washing dishes, taking out the garbage, or cleaning the house, you never want to labor away at something anything your parents want you to do. Still, not every chore is hard or time-consuming. For example, making your bed is easy. Simply follow this step-by-step guide on how to make a bed to impress your parents and learn a new skill.
Fit the Sheets
The first step is to add the bottom sheets over your mattress. The size of your sheets depends on the size of your mattress. This could range from a small twin-sized bed, a full-sized one, or a larger Queen or amazon king size sheets. Secure the bottom sheet’s elastic edges to secure around the base of the mattress. Make sure it’s tight around the edges so it won’t come loose when you get into bed. If your bottom sheet doesn’t fit, you may need to purchase new sheets or purchase a new mattress to fit your body and preferences. If you want, you can also add a top sheet, but it isn’t necessary.
Add the Blanket and Top Layer
Add the blanket and top layers. Lay your blanket on your sheets. If you have a comforter, duvet, or quilt you wish to add on top of the blanket, do so. If your top layers hang over the bed, fold them down for a crisp finish. Pull your top sheet and layers towards the bottom of your bed to make it look neat and tidy.
Finish With the Pillows
The last part of this step-by-step guide on how to make a bed is to add your pillows. Before you do so, fluff them up a bit. Then, put them on top of your blanket or top layer. Your pillowcases may have creases in them, so smooth them out by running your hands over the cases to remove wrinkles. With that, you’ve properly made your bed. Now your parents won’t hound you to do so, and you’ll have a more productive morning. If you really want to make them and yourself proud, turn making your bed into a daily habit. Making your bed is one of the best ways to start the day and lead a healthy, productive lifestyle.