Homemaking

If you have ever, for whatever reason, had the wrong size sheets for the bed you were trying to make up, you know how frustrating this is! If the sheets are too small for the bed, it will not be...

Bedbugs have recently started reinfesting American cities after years of having been effectively exterminated. These bugs are small (usually half the size of a pinkie nail or less), reddish brown,...

Organic mattresses are theoretically made of all-natural materials. They are designed to be free of the chemical toxins that have been detected in conventional mattresses, like polybrominated...

If you're not sure how deep your bed mattress is, when you buy sheets, you may end up buying ones that don't fit correctly. If you buy sheets with mattress pockets that are too small, the corners...

Fleas and bedbugs both suck blood and can leave you with red bite marks when you wake up in the morning. Since they are handled in different ways, it helps to know which you are dealing with. ...

Pillow top mattresses are all the rage. That extra inch or two of padding is helping people get to sleep more easily and stay asleep longer than before. Despite the advantages of pillow top...

Bedbugs are tiny insects from the Cimicidae family. They survive by feasting on the blood of human beings as they sleep. Bedbugs are not a health hazard, but they can leave red bumps on your skin....

Using a king-size fitted sheet to create a queen-size fitted sheet is a good way to recycle a sheet from a bed you no longer own or from a sale find too good to pass up. With minimal sewing...

An eggcrate foam mattress topper is a simple way to make a hard or lumpy mattress more comfortable and supportive. The top of the eggcrate foam mattress topper resembles an egg carton with a bumpy...

Memory Foam was originally created by NASA as a material to help astronauts handle the pressure during take off. Before long, it hit the market in the form of mattresses and mattress toppers and...

The elastic on your fitted sheets, including king size, can become stretched and the sheet will fit loosely. Sleepers with restless-leg syndrome may pull even well-fitted sheets loose at night. ...

A mattress is an essential bedding item. A good mattress can allow you to get a fine night's sleep without problems. Very often people need to store their mattresses in a specific place. You may...

Our beds are a very important part of our lives, possibly more important than many people realize. Having a good mattress is a key element in ensuring we get a full night's sleep allowing us to...

My wife became incapacitated and I became the bed maker. Having made many bunk beds while in the service, I had a little trouble in making a queen size bed. Problem was that the bed making...

This article explains an easy, no-sew combination bedskirt/bottom sheet bedding solution for allergy sufferers, asthmatics, people with mobility problems and anyone who doesn't want to fuss at...

California king sheets are sized to fit a California king mattress. Commonly found on the West Coast (hence the name), the California king is the longest standard mattress size. Standard king-size...

Memory foam mattresses are among the most popular types of mattresses on the market. If you're shopping for one, you'll want to consider comfort, durability, quality, and price before you make a...

You've switched to "green" household cleaners. You recycle. You buy organic foods. Now it's time for an organic mattress. Buying an organic mattress is an investment in your health and the...

There's nothing quite like climbing into a beautifully made bed with cool, clean sheets to bring a smile to your face. Any bed can be made to feel luxurious. The more layers of bedding you use and...

Many people prefer to make their beds with fitted sheets rather conventional flat sheets because it saves time. If you have a sewing machine and some extra flat sheets, it's relatively easy and...

Mattress covers and pads are designed to provide you with additional comfort for sleeping while still helping to protect your mattress and keep it clean. Choosing a mattress cover is actually an...

The military has its own way of doing things; and making beds is no exception. While making a bed military style may seem like a daunting task, it's actually very simple and doesn't take much...

Bed bugs plague homes, hotels and motels in cities all across the United States and around the world. Some infestations are full blown before occupants are aware of their existence. There are sure...

Making a bed is usually the first regular chore that a child becomes responsible for daily. When the bed is made, the room looks neat and inviting. That is partly because the bedspread and pillows...

Hospital corners were created to use with two flat sheets. Not everyone can remember a time that all sheets came without the elastic edging on the bottom half. The bottom sheet was hemmed evenly...

Fitted sheets also referred to a bottom sheets and serve as a barrier to protect you from a mattress. Since a mattress cannot be washed, a fitted sheet provides a clean and comfortable surface to...

Mattress covers can protect your mattress from moisture, dirt and other damage. There are a number of different types of mattress covers and they are available in all mattress sizes, from crib to...

To ensure a good night's sleep prepare your bedsheet with hospital corners. I don't think I'm alone in saying there is absolutely nothing worse than getting into a lumpy, crumpled bed. Please...

One of the simplest pleasures in life is jumping into a freshly made bed at the end of a hard day. A picture perfect bed requires just a few minutes of effort and very few materials beyond a set...

With the use of a sewing machine and other materials, making a homemade mattress is easy.

Mattress pads are soft and absorbent, which makes them the perfect material to use as the lining of home made cloth diapers. Because most mattress pads have a moisture barrier on the underside,...

Make your bed at home look and feel like the luxury bed at a 5-star hotel.

Learn how to put a mattress pad on the bed when you make a bed using expert tips in this free video on household chores.

Learn how to clean a mattress when you make a bed using expert tips in this free video on household chores.

Learn how to turn a mattress when you make a bed using expert tips in this free video on household chores.

The proper bedding can mean the difference between your bedroom being a relaxing oasis from the busy world around you to a barely functional place to get a little bit of sleep. Take a look at the...

This is a how-to that my Mother taught me when I was a young teenager. My parents always lived frugally most of their entire lives so that they could have the things that they wanted. They passed...

Making a bed is an art to some, ensuring perfection and wrinkle-free sheets. But let’s get real; minutes after lying down, the sheets are wrinkled. Most of us don’t care about the wrinkles as...

Not everyone wants to buy a new mattress - so how do you rejuvenate an old mattress and give it life again? Take an older piece of bedding and simply drape on top of your older mattress and place...

There are many reasons a bed might need to be changed in the middle of the night. The most common reason is because you have someone young or old who has had an accident. This can be a difficult...

A person’s bed should be a sanctuary; it is a place to fully relax and let the stresses of the day melt away as you fall soundly asleep. That is, of course, assuming that said bed is comfortable....

Printed top sheets; which way do they go?

Many people don't think about how to make your bed look good. They think all you have to do is put on the sheets. But, if they are printed, then there is the question of which way to put on the...

Fold the corners of your bedding like a professional. A hospital corner keeps sheets and blankets in place better than any other method. Just follow these steps.

What's the matter? Didn't your parents teach you how to make your own bed when you were a kid? Fear not, eHow will help you out with the instructions. These steps are for the traditional blanket...