by Staff Writer
There's nothing quite like the feel of fresh, clean sheets to help you get a great night's sleep. Clean bedding is also vital to your health, so it's crucial to know how to change sheets. The process is actually very simple, and with the help of this guide, you'll be a pro in no time!
Remove the top cover. Pull off the top cover or bedding and place aside.
Remove the pillows. Remove the pillows from the pillowcases. Hold the pillowcases by the unopened ends and shake them a few times; the pillows should fall out easily. Continue shaking until the pillows fall to the ground.
Remove the flat sheet. Pull off the flat sheet. The flat sheet is usually the same color as the fitted sheet and it lies under the comforter.
Remove the fitted sheet. Pull off the fitted sheet. The fitted sheet is the sheet that "hugs" the mattress on all sides and will usually have elastic at the bottom.
Apply the fitted sheet. Place the clean fitted sheet on the bed by stretching it over the four corners.
Apply the flat sheet. Place the flat sheet on the bed. There should be a slightly wider seam on one end; place it at the head of the bed where the pillows will sit. Tuck the other end of the sheet between the top and bottom mattresses.
Apply the top cover.Place the comforter on the bed and flatten out any wrinkles by running your hand over it.
Go the extra mile. For an extra professional touch, fold the comforter and top sheet about a foot back. You should be able to see the fitted sheet with the flat sheet folded over the comforter.
Top it off with pillows. Finally, put the pillowcases on the pillows. Once the pillowcase is started on the pillow, it's easier to hold the pillowcase in your hands and lean the pillow against your body. Shake it up and down to make the pillow slide into the case.
