Make the Bed

Align the sheet with the bottom of the mattress.

Lift the top of the mattress and fold under the excess sheet.

Raise a corner at a 45 degree angle and lay it on the bed.

Tuck the loose cloth underneath the mattress.

Fold the raised edge underneath the mattress.

Fold the sheet underneath the mattress.

Repeat the process on the opposite side.

If needed, place a draw sheet and an absorbent pad.

A top sheet is aligned with the top of the mattress.

Fold excess sheet underneath the foot.

Raise the edge of the sheet 45 degrees and lay it on the bed.

Fold the remainder underneath the mattress.

Fold down the top of the sheet.

Fan fold the top sheet for easier access.

Grasp the pillow through the pillowcase.

Then pull the pillowcase over the pillow.


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