The holidays are on their way, which means houseguests probably are, too. To make them feel welcome, give them a guest room you’ve put some thought into. A comfortable bed is key, of course, but don’t stop at how they’ll sleep; also think about where they’ll stash their stuff, what they’ll need to get ready in the mornings, and which little niceties will make their stay feel special.
The Home Depot has everything you need to create a guest room that feels like home and now through November 3, you can also take advantage of great prices during the Fall Savings event. Start with the five essential items we’ve curated below.
1. A Comfortable Mattress
A good night’s sleep is all-important for making visitors happy, and that starts with the guest room mattress. There are several factors to consider: firmness level, thickness, materials, etc. Luckily, as you’ll see from the selections below, The Home Depot’s mattress offerings cover a wide array of styles and price points, so you can conveniently compare features.
2. Cozy Bedding
Completing the picture for a good night’s sleep are sheets and bed coverings that feel good to the touch and make the area look inviting. You can create the effect piece by piece or make your bedding look pulled-together effortlessly with a set, like this one from Becky Cameron. Always make sure your guests have options when it comes to temperature control by providing blankets of different weights that they can layer.
3. Spa-Level Bath Accessories
One simple way to pamper your guests is to make the bathroom feel luxurious. They might be using travel-size toiletries and an unfamiliar blow dryer, but plush towels and floor coverings that feel cushy on their bare feet will make them happy they didn’t opt for a hotel. Two tips when you’re making your choices: Make sure rugs and mats are anti-slip and stock twice as many towels as you think they’ll need.
4. Storage for Their Belongings
Give your guests the option to completely unpack their suitcases, especially if they’ll be staying a while. And on top of that, give them a place to stash the now-empty suitcase so they don’t trip over it every morning. Storage can be as elaborate as a bedstead with built-in shelves and drawers or as simple as a clothing rack with plenty of hangers. A nice-to-provide upgrade: charging stations for their devices.
5. A Full-Length Mirror
Hosts often overlook this simple amenity, but providing a full-length mirror really shows you’ve thought about the functionality of your guest room. That mirror in the bathroom or hung above the dresser is useful, too, but neither of those lets you see your whole outfit, which is important if you’re dressing up for the holiday dinner or trying to look nice for family photos.
