How to Create the Perfect Guest Bedroom
If you’re having visitors to stay, always ensure they receive a warm welcome.
Everyone deserves to feel at home in your home!
Playing host? Here’s how to create the perfect guest bedroom.
Decorating Your Guest Bedroom
Making your guest bedroom feel cosy and inviting will help your visitor feel at home. Here are a few decorating tips to follow when styling your guest bedroom:
Keep the Décor Neutral
The first step to achieving the perfect guest bedroom, is to ensure the décor is sleek and neutral. Paint the room a subtle colour such as a light cream or light grey and use a neutral wallpaper to create a feature wall. Pick subtle colours for curtains and make sure the room is clean!
Try not to make the bedroom too busy with bright colours, clutter or textures as this will constantly remind the guest they are in an unfamiliar place.
Get a Comfortable Bed
It is extremely important to ensure the bed in your guest room is comfortable. If you’re re-using an old bed, make sure it is still comfortable and doesn’t look worn out. Make sure the pillows and duvet aren’t worn out either!
Plus, make sure to always organise the bedsheets to create optimum comfort levels. No one likes sleeping on wrinkled sheets!
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Choose a Comfortable Mattress
A comfortable mattress is equally important. To ensure your guests sleep well, don’t give them the old, most uncomfortable or saggy mattress to sleep on.
If you have a higher budget, why not indulge your guest with an organic mattress? If your budget is tight, you can replace the old mattress with a good quality air mattress.
Install Good Lighting
Create a warm, cosy atmosphere for your guests with a warm, white light. Instead of choosing one bright light, decorate the room with lamps, wall lamps or dimmable ceiling lights.
It is always handy to have a light switch near the bed so your guest doesn’t have to find their way in the dark!
Buy a Desk and Comfy Place to Sit
It is thoughtful to provide your guest with a desk and comfy chair when they stay over. That way they will be able to relax or catch up with their work.
This isn’t always possible if the room is tight on space. Instead, make a cosy reading corner with a comfortable chair and foot stool so your guests don’t have to always sit on the bed.
Get a Chest of Drawers or Wardrobe
To make your guest feel at home, ensure you have a chest of drawers or somewhere they can hang their clothes. It is far nicer than having to live out of a suitcase!
Amenities for Your Guest Bedroom
To show you are a thoughtful host, complete your guest bedroom with these amenities. This will ensure your visitor feels welcomed and has a comfortable stay.
To help your guest achieve peace and tranquillity, add these organic items to their bedroom.
An Iron and Ironing Board
If possible, store an iron and an ironing board in the bedroom. Some guests may feel uncomfortable having to ask for items, and this will save them from any embarrassment.
It will also save your guests from walking around in creased clothes!
An Entertainment Centre
Your guests will really appreciate some sort of entertainment centre in their bedroom such as a TV, DVD player or CD player. This will keep them busy when you are asleep or out.
A Tea and Coffee Station
Your guest will really appreciate a tea and coffee station, with some of their favourite snacks. Find a safe spot to place a kettle or coffee maker, with some sachets of coffee and tea as well as sugar, cream and a cup.
Your guests will be more comfortable making themselves a warm beverage in the bedroom, rather than in an unfamiliar kitchen.
Provide Extra Blankets
Wrapping up in warm, cosy throws and blankets is a very comforting feeling.
Make it easier for your guest by storing extra bedding and blankets in the bedroom for them to use if they wish.
Luxurious Robes and Towels
Go the extra mile to make your guest feel comfortable. Robes and towels are something guests cannot pack as they takes up a lot of space, so why not surprise your guest with these luxury items?
Robes also allow your guests to use the bathroom without having to get fully dressed.
Cosy Slippers
Cosy slippers are another luxury guests don’t often pack. Why not have some ready for when they arrive? This will ensure your guests are not living in socks!
Provide a Basket of Toiletries
Provide your guests with a basket full of organic toiletries for them to use. This can include:
• Mini organic shampoos and conditioners
• Toothpaste and toothbrush
• Organic moisturisers and makeup removers
• Razors, cotton buds and other items
Place the basket on the desk or the bed for when they arrive.
Fresh Linen
Good quality, fresh linen is the perfect ingredient for a good night’s sleep. Good bedding can also make your guest bedroom feel like a serene sanctuary! So, invest in some soft, luxurious sheets for your guests.
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