(a) List six materials required for bed making.
(b) State two characteristics of good linen
Explanation
(a) Materials Required for Bed Making:
(i) Mattress. (ii) Bed sheets/bottom sheet/top sheet. (ili) Pillow. (iv) Pillow case/slip.
(v) Bed cover/bed spread. (vi) Blanket/duvet/comforter/quilt. (vii) Underlay. (viii) Bed/bed stead.
(b) Characteristics of a Good Linen:
(i) Must be comfortable.
(ii) Have good/clean appearance.
(iii) Should be durable/strong.
(iv) Must be smooth/soft.
(v) Absorbent.
(vi) Cool to the body.
(vi) Should be able to withstand heat and friction of laundering.
(viii) Able to withstand creasing.
(ix) Long enough to give a good tuck-in.