Hotel beds are notorious for striking a balance between plush and firm.
Hospitality experts design mattresses andbedding setsto appeal to the masses, optimizing comfort for a restful experience.
Depending on your mattress material, it’s best to replace your mattress every five to ten years.
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Hotel beds with even the most comfortable mattresses usually still feature aplush mattress topper.
Create the ultimate luxurious experience by laying down a featherbed beforeputting on your sheets.
Soft and Breathable Sheets
Most high-end hotels don’t skimp onthread count or sheet material.
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Plush Pillows
Good pillows are just as important as a quality mattress.
Hotel pillows tend to have a medium firmness level, just like hotel mattresses.
In terms of yourpillowcases, skip the decorative shams and opt for a set that matches your sheets.
Plus, there’s nothing quite like climbing into a perfectly-made bed at the end of the day.
Plus, ironing actually makes your sheets feel softer since it smooths out the fibers.
Start in one corner, and use thehospital corners folding technique.
For fitted sheets, follow the same steps, just without the hospital corners.
Next, add the top sheet.
Lay it over the mattress, and fold the top 18 inches back over the rest of the sheet.
Tuck the sides extra taught, and be sure to apply hospital corners to the bottom.
Then, prop up two decorative throw pillows in front of your sleeping pillows.
For the ultimate hotel experience, be sure tofluff your pillowseach time you make your bed.
