Six Ways to Make a Perfect Guest Bedroom<\/h2>\n
When designing a guest bedroom, it helps to put yourself in the place of those who will be visiting and depending on your forethought to meet their needs. Decide on a color scheme and theme, then start with major selections.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
#1 Wall, Floor and Window Treatments<\/h3>\n
Needless to say, window, wall and floor treatments are essential to creating the perfect guest room design.<\/p>\n
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- Walls:<\/strong>\u00a0Paint, wallpaper, stencil or add decals to create a more welcoming and even dramatic room decor. A floor mirror is always appreciated when getting dressed.<\/li>\n
- Area rugs:<\/strong>\u00a0You can always add an area rug to a carpeted bedroom. Use a protective pad underneath the rug to reduce the wear on the carpeting underneath.<\/li>\n
- Hardwood floors:<\/strong>\u00a0White wash floors, create distressed look, and stencil a center medallion and border. Add an area rug or two.<\/li>\n
- Bedside rugs:<\/strong>\u00a0Opt for smaller rugs on both sides of the bed so guests will be greeted by a plush softness beneath their feet upon rising.<\/li>\n
- Window treatments:<\/strong>\u00a0Provide adjustable window treatments, such as mini blinds, up and down shades or sheers.<\/li>\n
- Draperies or curtains:<\/strong>\u00a0Guests will appreciate room darkening curtains. Use tie backs and valances to dress up drab windows. Go with rope and tassel tiebacks for a greater luxurious appeal.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n
\n#2 Guest Room Bedroom Furniture<\/h3>\n
Many guest rooms are a mix of various piece of furniture that have been replaced over the years. This isn\u2019t necessarily a bad thing if you take steps to make the furniture look as though it belongs together. There are a few techniques you can use to do this:<\/p>\n
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- Upcycle furniture:<\/strong>\u00a0Paint the headboard and footboard, dresser, and end tables the same color.<\/li>\n
- Headboard new look:<\/strong>\u00a0Upholster the headboard for a chic new look.<\/li>\n
- Specific look:<\/strong>\u00a0Use chalk paint for furniture or give a distressed look with a stain kit.<\/li>\n
- Stencil:<\/strong>\u00a0Add a classic stenciling to the headboard and footboard, drawer facing and on the back of a rocking chair.<\/li>\n
- Bed treatment:<\/strong>\u00a0Dress up beds with bed curtains or a\u00a0crown canopy.<\/li>\n
- Changing station:<\/strong>\u00a0Set a velvet tufted bench at the foot of the bed for suitcases or sitting to change shoes.<\/li>\n
- Writing desk\/table and chair:<\/strong>\u00a0Guests can use for a desk or dressing table. Place a decorative pen\/pencil holder, nice stationery for those who enjoy the art of letter writing, a two-sided mirror on a stand, tissues and cotton balls in a jar.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n
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\n#3 Bedding Choices Are Important<\/h3>\n
Just as many guest bedrooms are the recipients of cast-off furniture, they are also the dumping ground for old bedding. An old mattress, discarded comforter, blanket, sheets, and even pillows are relegated to the guest bedroom. These tired items do little to make guests feel special and welcome. Allocate a budget just for purchasing quality bedding for the guest bedroom. Shop around and find steep discounts for high-quality bedding.<\/p>\n
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- Mattress:<\/strong>\u00a0If you can\u2019t afford a new mattress for the guest bed, invest in a quality topper or mattress pad to improve the mattress quality.<\/li>\n
- Pillows:<\/strong>\u00a0Go for feather alternative pillows since some people are allergic to down.<\/li>\n
- Pillow covers:<\/strong>\u00a0A pillow cover is a must for any pillows, especially those in the guest room. This barrier protects the pillow and your guests.<\/li>\n
- Comforters and duvets:<\/strong>\u00a0Boutique bedding\u00a0is a great way to maximize your dollars and give a designer look.<\/li>\n
- Sheet sets:<\/strong>\u00a0Purchase more than one set of sheets so you always have nice sheets and pillowcases for your guests.<\/li>\n
- Decorative throw pillows:<\/strong>\u00a0Use velvets, silks and other tactile friendly fabrics for decorative throw pillows. Make sure the inserts are equally luxurious to provide quality support.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n
\n#4 Ambient Lighting<\/h3>\n
The lighting in a bedroom can make or break the ambient feeling you want to create. By layering lighting, you can create greater depth and a coziness to your guest bedroom.<\/p>\n
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- Wall sconces:<\/strong> Select an appropriate style to install above each end of a dresser to frame a mirror.<\/li>\n
- Mini-chandeliers or pendant lighting:<\/strong>\u00a0Depending on the overall style, you can use either a mini-crystal chandelier or pendant light above each night stand.<\/li>\n
- Table lamps:<\/strong>\u00a0A table lamp on each night stand can be used instead of suspended lighting. For a cozier feel, opt for a gold, tan, or colored lamp shade.<\/li>\n
- Overhead lighting:<\/strong>\u00a0Select either a chandelier style or flush ceiling style light fixture.<\/li>\n
- Recessed lighting:<\/strong>\u00a0Another great layer of lighting includes recessed pot lights placed on a dimmer switch. Locate these along the parameter of the bedroom.<\/li>\n
- Candlestick lamps:<\/strong>\u00a0This style of lamp can be used on a dresser or console table.<\/li>\n
- Floor lamps:<\/strong>\u00a0Use a torchiere to reflect light onto the ceiling for a special subtle lighting. Direct lighting floor lamps can be used if you have a seating area in the room.<\/li>\n
- Reading lamps:<\/strong>\u00a0Add a small adjustable reading lamp by each side of the bed.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n
- Mini-chandeliers or pendant lighting:<\/strong>\u00a0Depending on the overall style, you can use either a mini-crystal chandelier or pendant light above each night stand.<\/li>\n
- Pillows:<\/strong>\u00a0Go for feather alternative pillows since some people are allergic to down.<\/li>\n
- Headboard new look:<\/strong>\u00a0Upholster the headboard for a chic new look.<\/li>\n
- Area rugs:<\/strong>\u00a0You can always add an area rug to a carpeted bedroom. Use a protective pad underneath the rug to reduce the wear on the carpeting underneath.<\/li>\n
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