Guests should feel welcome and relaxed when they come to visit. When decorating a guest bedroom, consider providing practical amenities to your guests that will give them a level of comfort and convenience when staying in your home.
Use nightlights. Light switches are not easily accessible in the dark, especially when you are not familiar with the layout of the room. Keeping a nightlight in the guest bedroom will allow your guests to easily navigate the room and find the light switch should they get up in the middle of the night.
Provide a dresser. Keep a dresser in the guest bedroom with the top drawers left empty for guests to store their belongings. Fill the bottom drawers with travel amenities like toothbrushes and razors, as well as towels and washcloths.
Have a nightstand next to the bed. A nightstand is a bedroom furniture staple, and keeping a nightstand next to the bed is a simple way to add more storage and convenience for your guests. Cover the top of the nightstand with glass so guests won’t have to worry about damaging the furniture with keys or beverage cups.
Keep a clock in the room. While most people use personal cell phones to tell time and set alarms, a guest bedroom should still have a clock in it for added convenience that will make a room feel more like home.
Empty the closet. Make sure the closet is empty of your belongings so that guests don’t feel like they are invading your personal space. Keep extra hangers in the closet to give your guests the option of hanging their clothes.
Plug a power strip in. In today’s technologically-advanced society, your guests may have more than one device to charge during their stay. Provide a power strip in your guest bedroom so your guests don’t have to search around the room or your home for a free outlet.
Blackout shades. While decorative curtains look nice, they don’t always do a great job of blocking out the sun. Use blackout shades in the guest bedroom to allow guests to eliminate sunlight if they want to sleep in.
Layer the sheets and blankets. Some people enjoy sleeping under layers of covers, while others prefer sleeping with just a sheet. Dress the guest bed with several layers of sheets and blankets that are easily removable so guests can be comfortable at night. Throw some extra pillows on the guest bed for added comfort.
Ensure that all your guests are comfortable during their stay in your home with these guest bedroom furnishing tips.