How to Turn Down the Bed Covers for Bedtime

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Turn-down service has long been performed at high-end hotels as a way to give guests an extra touch of luxury. This simple method of preparing a bed for use can also provide a classy touch at home for guests or simply as a way to spoil yourself and your partner.

While you may want to skip putting chocolate on a pillow, the same effect can be had with a flower, a decorative pillow or even a personalized note.

Things You Will Need

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  • Pillows
  • Small gift (optional)
  • Robe (optional)

Tip

You may want to consider providing guests with other items they need to prepare themselves for bed, such as towels and washcloths or a robe and slippers.

Warning

Always make sure that the bed was made with fresh, clean sheets before being turned down.

  • Pull the bedspread to the bottom of the bed. Fold it neatly across the bottom. If the bed is covered in a duvet, fold it to the halfway point of the bed.

  • Grab the upper corner of the sheets and blankets. Fold them in a triangular fashion toward the center of the bed. This creates a spot for the person using the bed to get into the covers. If you are turning back both sides of a double bed, the folded-back triangles should meet in the middle.

  • Fluff the pillows. If you have more than one pillow on each side of the bed, stack them decoratively in an attractive fashion.

  • Place any desired amenity on the folded part of the sheet. This might include a robe, slippers, a cut flower or even the traditional mint. For a guest in your home, you may want to consider placing a personalized note or card.

  • Turn down the lights. If you have a dimmer switch, dim the lights to a low setting. Turn off any bright lights and leave on just a soft light.

    • The Drip Cap

    • Turn-down service has long been performed at high-end hotels as a way to give guests an extra touch of luxury.
    • While you may want to skip putting chocolate on a pillow, the same effect can be had with a flower, a decorative pillow or even a personalized note.
    • Pull the bedspread to the bottom of the bed.
    • If you have a dimmer switch, dim the lights to a low setting.

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