In my house, making a bed is something akin to an art form (my mother taught me well). If I had to guess, most people's beds are comprised of a fitted sheet, top sheet, and either a quilt, comforter, or duvet.
And though making a bed isn't rocket science, there are a few bed-making tricks out there that will have your bedroom and guest rooms looking top-notch at all times.
One of the most surprising? Putting your top sheet on "upside down."
Yes, you read that correctly. What looks wrong is actually right—and once you understand why, you'll never make your bed the same way again.
🛏️ The "Upside Down" Method Explained
Sullivan May of Southern Living relayed a memory of making a bed in front of a guest, only to have the guest gently correct them: they were putting the top sheet on "wrong."
Though it appeared the top sheet was being put on upside down, this is actually the correct way to make a bed.
Here's the secret:
The more vibrant-colored or patterned side of the top sheet should actually face down (toward the mattress), not up.
Why? So that when you fold the top end of the sheet back over your quilt, comforter, or duvet, the finished side shows—creating a polished, intentional look.
đź’ˇ Think of it like this: The "wrong" side facing up while you sleep doesn't matter. But the finished side showing at the fold? That's what guests (and you) see every day.
🎨 How to Make a Bed Like a Pro (Step-by-Step)
What You'll Need:
