There's a simple way to put on a duvet cover that takes less than 5 minutes
Samantha GrindellMay 1, 2020, 00:23 IST
It's hands-down the easiest way to put on a duvet cover.Samantha Grindell/Insider
- Changing a duvet cover is often a hated household chore, as it's difficult and time-consuming to get the cover and comforter to align.
- But there's a stress-free method to get a duvet cover onto your comforter that takes less than five minutes.
- The secret is to roll the duvet and cover together like a burrito, as it prevents them from bunching.
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Read the original article on InsiderAfter a bit of fluffing, your duvet will look perfect.
The recovered duvet.
Samantha Grindell/InsiderThe whole process is over in less than five minutes, and it takes all of the stress out of changing your duvet cover.
While the burrito may not seem like it will unfold, you'll quickly start to see the normal shape of your duvet as you shake.
It took me about 10 seconds to shake the duvet cover out.
Samantha Grindell/InsiderI only had to shake my duvet for about 10 seconds before it looked normal.
Finally, shake out the duvet until it returns to its normal shape.
Shake the duvet cover.
Samantha Grindell/InsiderIf your duvet doesn't have inner ties, make sure to hold the corners tightly during this step.
Then, close the duvet cover.
Close the duvet cover.
Samantha Grindell/InsiderMake sure it's zipped or buttoned tightly, as you don't want the comforter to spill out.
Next, fold the opening of the duvet cover around the bedding burrito.
Fold the duvet cover over the comforter.
Samantha Grindell/InsiderAs you pull the cover over the burrito, flip it over so the open mouth is on top.
Once you're done rolling, your cover and comforter should look like a skinny burrito.
Adjust the ends of the burrito.
Samantha Grindell/InsiderAdjust the ends so that they're even before you move onto the next step.
This step works best if you have a partner, as you can maintain equal rolling on both sides.
It's easiest to roll with a partner.
Samantha Grindell/InsiderIf you don't have a buddy to help you, switch back and forth between sides as you roll.
Going back and forth will add a bit of time, but it's still a speedy process.
After the ties are attached, it's time to roll the comforter and duvet together.
Roll the comforter and cover together.
Samantha Grindell/InsiderMake sure to start from the head of your bed, as you need the open mouth to be at the end of the burrito.
Then, if your duvet has built-in ties, you'll want to attach them.
Tie the corners.
Samantha Grindell/InsiderThe burrito method works without ties, but you'll need to be more careful as you roll if you don't have them.
You can also attach the corners with safety pins if you're looking for a replacement.
Lay the comforter on top of the duvet cover.
Lay the comforter on top of the cover.
Samantha Grindell/InsiderIt's important that you line up the edges of the comforter and duvet, as you may run into trouble later if you don't.
Next, lay the cover on your mattress with the mouth at the end of your bed.
Lay the cover on your bed.
Samantha Grindell/InsiderYou could also lay it on the floor, but if it's raised, your mattress will be easier to reach.
First, turn your duvet cover inside out.
Turn the cover inside out.
Samantha Grindell/InsiderThe cover has to be inside out at the beginning of the process, as you'll end up reversing it when you roll it later.
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