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Few things beat the soothing experience of retiring to a luxe and comfortable hotel bed after an activity-filled day away from home. Inviting and luxuriously cosy, hotel beds are made with guests' comfort in mind. They're as comfortable as they're aesthetically alluring. High-quality, supportive mattresses, breathable and crisp bedsheets, snug and fluffy duvets, and plush and comfortable pillows all complement the hotel's serene environment, creating that dreamy experience we all long for.
Luckily, with a few tips and tricks, you can recreate a hotel-style bed at home and make goodnight moments the highlights of your every day. Continue reading to learn how to elevate your bedroom with the artful technique of hotel bed-making.
Bedding Essentials for a Hotel Feel
The comfort and luxurious feel of hotel beds is in the detail. You've got to carefully pick the right bedding essentials to recreate the hotel feel.
1. High-Quality Mattresses
Hotels invest in high-quality and supportive mattresses that provide soothing comfort for quality sleep. They often use hybrid mattresses as they're supportive for all body types. For maximum comfort, you can choose a medium to firm-density mattress, depending on what is best for your body. In addition, ensure you cover the mattress with a protector for added comfort and hygiene. Since a protector is easier to wash, it helps keep the mattress clean.
2. High-Quality Duvets
A fluffy down comforter or duvet is a signature feature of most hotel beds. It exudes an invitingly luxurious feel as it is both comfortable and warm. Invest in a good-quality duvet or comforter, plus a duvet cover for a convenient wash. Also, make sure the duvet cover is longer on each side for an ultra-fluffy look.
3. White, Flat Cotton Sheets
White cotton sheets are synonymous with hotel beds and for a good reason. They exude a feeling of luxury and freshness. Cotton is a choice bedsheet material as it's breathable. You can opt for colourful bedding, but if you want to recreate that hotel feel, you can never go wrong with white sheets. Besides, they're easier to clean, as you can bleach them without worrying about colours running or fading.
For that crisp appearance, opt for a higher thread count. Usually, the higher the thread, the softer the fabric. Most hotel sheets' thread count is in the range of 200-400.
You may also want to go for flat sheets instead of fitted sheets. Fitted sheets become misaligned more easily. On the other hand, an oversized flat bottom sheet allows you to tuck it tightly under the mattress for a smooth and neat appearance.
4. Featherbed
For that dreamy, ultra-fluffy feel of a hotel bed, you can add a featherbed. This is a mattress enhancer, usually filled with feathers, that rests on top of the mattress. Especially if you're not ready to upgrade to a hybrid mattress yet, a featherbed will help recreate the fluffy feel.
Layering for Luxury
Mastering the art of layering can help you create a luxurious bed no matter the season. Layers create warmth and comfort, and you can adjust them depending on your preferences and the season.
Starting with the mattress, you can use a featherbed to create that cloudy feel when you lay down on the bed. Don't forget to use a protector to keep the mattress clean and fresh longer.
Hotels often use triple-sheeting, with the third sheet going on top of the blanket or comforter. Instead of using the triple sheeting layering method, you can opt for two flat sheets (top and bottom) and a duvet cover for the comforter.
Next, layer blankets or comforter for added warmth. The blankets can drape casually for a relaxing feeling, or you can tuck them at the edges. Finally, you may want to place a throw blanket at the foot of the bed for that added touch of sophistication.
Pillow Arrangement Tips
Master the art of pillow arrangement to achieve a hotel-style plush appearance that exudes style and comfort. You can go with two to five pillows, but personally we think the more, the better!
Start by fluffing your sleeping pillows for a plush look. You can opt for a simple look where you lay two pillows at the head of the bed side by side, then pull back the bed cover and tuck it under them. Alternatively, you can go with a layered look, stacking pillows against each other.
To achieve an even, clean look, start by arranging the largest pillows against the headboard, then stack the next largest, and finish up with the smallest.
Add a touch of sophistication using decorative cushions and shams. For instance, you can place two large pillows in a neutral colour against the headboard, then have the second stack in decorative shades, and finally, the last stack in a neutral colour.
Tips to Keep Your Bedding Fresh
Learning how to make your bed like a hotel is just the first step. You need to keep the bedding fresh and looking luxurious for lasting allure.
Here are essential tips for your inspiration:
- Check the labels on beddings for care instructions to avoid ruining the fabric.
- Wash white fabric separately from coloured fabric.
- Launder the bedding regularly (weekly or as soon as you prefer) to keep them smelling and looking fresh.
- Use warm water where possible and choose the right detergent for thorough cleaning.
- Bleach the white fabrics once in a while to keep them looking bright and crisp.
- Air dry the laundry under direct sunlight whenever possible to kill bacteria.
- Rotate the bedding by season to freshen up your space.
- Ensure the beddings are well-dried before storing to avoid odours from trapped moisture.
- Keep your bedroom well-ventilated to allow free airflow and freshen up the bedding.
- Use fabric softeners to keep the bedding soft and smelling fresh longer.
- Clean the mattress periodically using a vacuum cleaner upholstery attachment.
Armed with the right essentials, you can transform any ordinary bed into an alluring and cosy spot, recreating the dreamy hotel experience. Get started by browsing through our unique selection of bedding essentials.
