Mastering the art of bed making, including hospital corners, can transform your bedroom into a neat and inviting space. Hospital corners are a technique used to secure the bottom sheet tightly and create a crisp, clean appearance at the corners of the bed. Here’s a step-by-step guide to making hospital corners:
Step 1: Prepare the Bedding
Before you start, make sure you have the necessary bedding components: a fitted sheet, a flat sheet, a duvet or comforter, and pillowcases.
Step 2: Fit the Fitted Sheet
- Begin by placing the fitted sheet onto your mattress. Ensure that it’s centered and the corners align with the mattress corners.
- Pull the fitted sheet tight over the corners of the mattress, ensuring a snug fit. Smooth out any wrinkles or creases.
Step 3: Tuck the Bottom Sheet
- Stand at the foot of the bed and lift the mattress slightly to access the bottom sheet.
- At the corner of the mattress, fold the excess fabric (the part hanging below the mattress) vertically against the side of the mattress, creating a 45-degree angle with the mattress corner. This creates a triangular “pocket” of fabric.
- Tuck the triangular pocket of fabric under the mattress. The top edge of the fabric should be flush with the top edge of the mattress.
- Repeat this process for both corners at the foot of the bed.
Step 4: Tuck the Sides
- Move to one side of the bed and repeat the process. Lift the mattress slightly and fold the excess fabric against the side of the mattress at a 45-degree angle.
- Tuck the triangular pocket of fabric under the mattress, ensuring a tight and neat tuck.
- Repeat this process for the other side of the bed.
Step 5: Smooth and Adjust
- After tucking all the corners and sides, ensure that the bottom sheet is smooth and wrinkle-free on top of the mattress.
- Adjust the tucks as needed to make sure they are tight and secure.
Step 6: Add the Flat Sheet and Duvet
- Lay the flat sheet evenly on top of the fitted sheet, aligning the top edge of the flat sheet with the top edge of the mattress.
- Fold down the top edge of the flat sheet over the duvet or comforter, creating a decorative cuff.
- Place your duvet or comforter on top of the flat sheet, ensuring it’s centered.
Step 7: Add Pillowcases
- Dress your pillows with clean pillowcases and arrange them at the head of the bed.
Step 8: Final Touches
- Smooth out any wrinkles or creases on the flat sheet and duvet.
- Step back and admire your well-made bed with hospital corners, which should have crisp, clean lines at each corner.
Practice makes perfect when it comes to creating perfectly tucked hospital corners. With time and patience, you can achieve a professional-looking bed that not only looks great but also feels inviting and comfortable.
