Whether it’s for comfort, style, or the positive psychological effect of a well-made bed, making sure your presentation always looks beautiful and inviting is as easy as following these simple tips.

DO Pick the Right Sheets

If there is one tip you need to follow here, it’s choosing quality sheets to make your perfect bed. Cheaper sheets won’t last nearly as long as a set of premium luxury bedding, and they can also be incredibly uncomfortable. Factors like itchy materials, establishing the wrong temps, or the overall quality of the fabric can significantly impact your sleep and how you feel about your space. Along with adding a softer, more luxurious touch, high quality sheets also give your décor a more upscale look, giving your bed q visual boost. And if you tend to run hot or cold, certain bedding may be a better fit to reach your ideal sleeping temps. Linen for instance is a great option for keeping skin cool and dry in warmer months.

DON’T Forget the Dust Ruffle

Making the perfect bed doesn’t stop at the sheets. Also known as a bed skirt, this accessory piece doesn’t just keep dust bunnies from collecting under your bed, it also adds the perfect finishing touch to your bedroom design. Too often an overlooked addition, dust ruffles (also known as bed skirts) really are one of the fastest, easiest, and most affordable ways to instantly make your bed look more upscale and elegant. And with different colors, designs, and textures to mix and match, you can create a look you’ll always love coming home to.

DO Make Sure You Have the Right Pillow

One common mistake people make when making the perfect bed is to ignore where they lay their head at night. The right quality pillow can dramatically enhance your sleeping experience. Whether that means your pillow is softer, firmer, or even bigger in size, no one pillow fits all. And since there are side sleepers, back sleepers, stomach sleepers, and the elusive all-over-the-bed sleepers, finding the pillow that matches your sleeping style can often be the catalyst to a great night’s sleep.

Aside from increased comfort and an improved sleep, adding the right pillow gives your bed a more refined, balanced appearance. Plus, there are lots of luxury shams and pillowcases available to decorate your pillows the way you want to—the skies the limit. It’s an ideal way to add color, unique textures, and original patterns and designs to your bed, especially if you’re on a budget. And don’t forget decorative pillows either. These finely crafted accessories pack a serious punch of style and mixed textures to help you on your way to making the perfect bed.

DON’T Limit Yourself to One Style

Instead of reaching for the same colors or styles you usually use, consider something a little different this time. After all, shaking things up can be a good thing and a good design refresh can have a significant positive impact that can last for a long time. Into prints? Trying mixing prints and solids to create a push and pull design that feels engaging and different. If you prefer solids and more basic colors, experiment with how you use those together. You can play with multiple colors and patterns to tell your own story or blend heritage and contemporary for a modern look that feels chic and cozy. Or if you’re into minimalism, there are many ways to keep it simple, but keep it interesting too. And remember, whether you blend, mix, or combine bedding designs, there is no wrong or right way if you are happy with the result.

DO Mix Your Textures

Nothing adds interest to a bed like the texture of dainty lace on a decorative pillow or the unique weave of a blanket. Indeed, one of the most impactful ways to elevate bed design is adding the right amount of texture to the right areas. Good texture pulls the eyes in, engages the psyche and pleasure zones, and when combined with the right colors, fabrics, shapes, and styles, it can take a bed from just fine to fabulous in no time. By using details like thread counts, stitching styles, and weight/thickness you can make a significant impact on how your bedding looks—and how it makes you feel.

DON’T Forget to Make Your Bed Each Morning

Unless you are going for the distressed, unkept trend that’s been making its way around the bedding world, the design you choose for your bed won’t mean a thing if you never get to see it in action. Making your bed every day will allow the design you chose to come through day after day. Left unmade, you’re likely to miss out on all the benefits. Psychologically, making your bed each morning is also a great way to say goodbye to yesterday and look forward to today. It’s like wiping the slate clean, a daily refresh that can make a difference in everyday life. Plus, nothing beats coming home after a long day to a beautifully made bed that looks and feels totally inviting. So, our advice is if you’re going to put the time into designing the perfect bed, make it up every morning so that design can shine, and you are able to take advantage of all the benefits.

Have questions or your own ideas about how to make the perfect bed? Contact us and someone from our dedicated team of Schweitzer Linen family members will be happy to speak with you and help in any way.