If company were to come calling today, would your guest room be ready to receive them? Find out how to decorate this important room in your home in a simple, fashionable way. It will be ready and waiting for all of your guests to visit in comfort and style.
The spare room is usually called out for duty when your guests need a place to sleep over night. It’s important that you have clean and quality linens on hand for those occasions. Store three to four sets of comfortable towels in a neutral color in the closet. Also, you’ll need two sets of well made sheets sets and two soft, warm bedding quilts. The bed will need four firm pillows. All of the linens should be in a neutral pattern and color.
There are a few other room essentials for overnight guests. Place a reading lamp on the nightstand with an easy to find switch. Set up a digital alarm clock and make sure to have the correct time on it when your guests arrive. Have a large mirror in the room as well, since they will likely dress in their room, and plenty of storage space for their clothing. An empty chest of drawers works well.
Invest in a quality, well made furniture set for the guest room and you may never have to replace it. Solid wood is a great choice and can be picked up as an entire set, with nightstands and bed in matching styles. Try to fit a double into the room if possible. Sleigh beds are a simple, stylish choice that looks good with any decor. Stay away from things like gold or brass accents that tend to become dated and can be less inviting.
Art on the walls should be understated; landscapes and simple paintings work the best. You can go with a theme room, but don’t go overboard. You want your guests to feel at home, not in a museum. Larger frames should be hung on large walls and small prints work well in interesting layouts. Install room darkening window coverings, but make sure they can be pulled up to allow the sunshine in the room.
Extra bedding can simply be folded and placed on the Sleigh bed. Put the extra pillows in the closet and keep the top of the furniture free from clutter. In the closet, neatly arrange your own storage in bins or boxes for a tidy, organized look.
Follow these simple steps to setting up and decorating your guest room and get rid of any worry about having company. They will feel right at home.