Beds & Mattresses

Instructions Step 1: Decide if you will sleep with it If you’re planning on taking your boyfriend pillow to bed with you, buy a pillow which allows you to remove the arms and head rest. Step 2: Decide if you’ll take it to work Decide if you’re going to take your boyfriend pillow to work …

Instructions Step 1: Consider the age Consider when you got your mattress. Some mattresses can last for 10 years, but five to seven years is the average lifespan for an adult’s mattress. Step 2: Look at it Look at the shape of your mattress. If it sags or has lumps, or if it has developed …

Instructions Step 1: Rotate Rotate your futon mattress frequently. Flip it over and put the side that was at your head down at your feet. TIP: If regular rotation doesn’t fluff up the fibers enough, try rolling and unrolling the mattress or beating it on both sides with a baseball bat or broom handle. Step …

Instructions Step 1: Choose wood or metal Choose either a wood or metal frame depending on your bedroom style and budget. Quality frames will use either screws or dowels instead of cheap staples. Step 2: Measure height of mattress Measure the height of your mattress and box spring to judge how tall a bed frame …

Instructions Step 1: Tighten all bolts Check the bed frame and tighten all the bolts, screws, and other connectors using a flat- or Phillips-head screwdriver, and a hex wrench if needed. Step 2: Pad the squeaky area Pad the squeaky area with either a small board or hardcover book to change the pressure point of …

Instructions Step 1: Shop around Shop around and lie on all types of mattresses in many different positions. If you have a sleeping partner, shop together so you can find one that works for both of you. Step 2: Check for proper support Check the mattress for proper support. Make sure that the firmness of …

Instructions Step 1: Start trying mattresses Go to your local mattress store and start trying out the mattresses. Comfort rules when you buy a memory foam mattress, so listen to the salesman’s spiel, read the labels, but above all, take time to stretch out and see how it feels. TIP: Many people with back pain …

Instructions Step 1: Blot the urine Blot the urine with paper towels. Step 2: Mix solution Mix a solution of ½ cup white vinegar and 1 quart warm water. Dampen the urine-stained area with the solution, wait a few hours, and then soak up any excess liquid. TIP: You can substitute hydrogen peroxide for white …

Instructions Step 1: Determine use Determine how you will use the air mattress and use a computer to research the available options. If the air mattress will be your primary bed, you’ll want a good quality, name-brand raised mattress; for the occasional camping trip, a regular low-lying air mattress should suffice. TIP: Check the weight …

Instructions Step 1: Lay out the mattress Lay out the air mattress, spread across a floor. Step 2: Open valve Open the valve cover and connect the pump. Step 3: Inflate mattress Turn on the electric pump or pump up the mattress manually if you’re using a hand or foot pump. Step 4: Insert hose …

Instructions Step 1: Turn the cover inside out Turn the duvet cover inside out. Then reach down inside the cover and grab a top corner with each hand. Step 2: Pick up the duvet Pick up two corners of the duvet comforter with your hands still inside the cover. TIP: Get help if you are …

Instructions Step 1: De-clutter De-clutter your bedroom. Pare down the knickknacks; clear off dressers; and move out the TV, computer, and any exercise equipment. Toss things associated with bad memories and repair or throw out anything broken. All can block positive energy, or ‘chi.’ Step 2: Repaint Paint your bedroom in a warm skin color …

Instructions Step 1: Place top of fitted sheet Stretch the top two corners of the fitted sheet over the two corners at the top end of the mattress. Step 2: Place bottom of fitted sheet Pull the sheet tight and stretch the bottom two corners over the bottom corners of the mattress. TIP: The fitted …