{"id":3129,"date":"2024-11-12T14:32:19","date_gmt":"2024-11-12T06:32:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/homeofmaterials.com\/2024\/11\/12\/expert-advice-6-tips-for-making-the-spare-room-guest-ready-with-tricia-rose\/"},"modified":"2024-11-12T14:32:19","modified_gmt":"2024-11-12T06:32:19","slug":"expert-advice-6-tips-for-making-the-spare-room-guest-ready-with-tricia-rose","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/homeofmaterials.com\/es\/expert-advice-6-tips-for-making-the-spare-room-guest-ready-with-tricia-rose\/","title":{"rendered":"Consejos de expertos: 6 consejos para preparar la habitaci\u00f3n de invitados, con Tricia Rose"},"content":{"rendered":"

With the holidays coming on and guests arriving at the door, we\u2019re turning our attention to the room that often gets overlooked day-to-day: the guest bed and bath. Chances are, yours has become a temporary storage facility for spare furniture, wrapping supplies, an old stationary bike, or the litter box. But it\u2019s not too late to make yours a fine and comfortable place for your guests to spend the holidays; just follow these tips from Tricia Rose, the bedroom maven of Rough Linen. Here\u2019s what to do.
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Above: A clutter-free guest room makes the guest feel considered and at home, rather than an afterthought. Photograph by Kendra Smoot. <\/p>\n

1. Clear out the guest bedroom.<\/h2>\n

Don\u2019t feel overwhelmed if your spare room is cluttered. \u201cGuest bedrooms can feel unloved if they are seldom used, and have a special genius for accumulating stray articles\u2014exercise equipment, boxes and such,\u201d Tricia says. \u201cThe first thing you need to do to make it welcoming and comfortable is clear those things away or, at the very least, conceal them. A bedskirt can conceal under-the-bed storage, so that\u2019s a start.\u201d For a room that needs to serve as both storage and guest quarters, a bed with under-bed drawers is a good long-term solution.<\/p>\n


Above: Provide ample pillows for before-bed reading. Photograph by Laurie Frankel. <\/p>\n

2. Make up a comfortable bed (equipped for lounging).<\/h2>\n

\u201cMake the bed up with fresh linens, and check that the mattress, duvet, and pillows are up to scratch and well-aired,\u201d Tricia says\u2014with none of the mildew or mustiness of an unused room. \u201cProvide bolsters to fill the gap between headboard and mattress so that reading in bed is a pleasure, with good over-the-shoulder lights. I prefer wall-mounted as they are out of the way.\u201d<\/p>\n

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Above: A well-dressed bed. Photograph by Kendra Smoot. <\/p>\n

3. Add layers.<\/h2>\n

Be prepared for guests\u2019 needs, so they won\u2019t need to ask. \u201cSome guests need a little extra warmth at night, and a throw or one of our Day Blankets over the end of the bed can add a little extra coziness,\u201d Tricia says. \u201cYour guest can throw it round their shoulders while they read the riveting selection of books you\u2019ve set out, just for them.\u201d<\/p>\n


Above: Essentials at the bedside. Photograph by Marcella Dilonardo. <\/p>\n

4. Strike a balance on the nightstand.<\/h2>\n

Set out water, a fresh glass, and some reading material for the guest. But restrain yourself: \u201cTraditionally the bedside table holds a carafe and glass for water and a tin of cookies,\u201d Tricia says (a tradition we quite like the sounds of). \u201cBut who wants to fall asleep with crumbs in their teeth? Isn\u2019t it better if your guests come cheerfully into the kitchen when they are starving? Who knows, maybe they will whip up something delicious! Better to let them know their way around the kitchen, as sous-chef or assistant snack-maker,\u201d she advises.<\/p>\n


Above: A well-stocked bath adds a bit of luxury for overnight guests. Photograph by Liz Daly. <\/p>\n

5. Don\u2019t overlook the bath.<\/h2>\n

Whether your guests have an en suite all to themselves or are sharing one down the hall, stock it as a hotelier might. \u201cA basket of rolled washcloths in the bathroom is a delicious luxury, along with fresh soap and the basics. It doesn\u2019t have to be stocked like a pharmacy,\u201d Tricia says; a small selection of good soaps and lotions is sufficient. Add linen towelslinen towels (\u201cthey always feel fresh and dry quickly; nothing better,\u201d Tricia says) and a Rough Bath Mat. Particularly for guests who are sharing a bath, a robe is a thoughtful touch. \u201cI like to leave fresh towels in both the bathroom y<\/em> bedroom, just to be sure they are there when needed,\u201d Tricia says\u2014and to spare guests any mad dashes down the hallway.<\/p>\n


Above: A bathroom vignette. Photograph courtesy of Rough Linen. <\/p>\n

6. Put yourself in your guests\u2019 shoes.<\/h2>\n

Lastly, \u201cRemember the old, old advice to sleep in your own guest room to truly know how it feels,\u201d Tricia says. \u201cYou might like it more than you think!\u201d<\/p>\n

More advice for the bedroom, courtesy of Tricia Rose:<\/p>\n