The holidays are coming up, and you know what that means. Guests. Visitors ranging from family and friends to neighbors and community members will be at your house. And regardless of whether they’re staying for a few hours or days, you need to make some upgrades to prepare.
You want to be the host everyone is raving about until next year’s party. So, from repairing leaks and cracks with Flex Paste to full-blown guest room remodels, here are a few projects to take on before the guests arrive.
Level-Up Your Bathroom with Cosmetic and Functional Improvements
Throughout their stay, most guests will take a trip to your bathroom. And they should be greeted by a room that’s received your full attention, not one that’s fallen by the wayside.
Start by making a few functional improvements. Use Flex Paste to seal any cracks or leaks you find. Nobody likes low water pressure because of a leaky pipe. Also, replace towel and toilet paper hooks so they’re creak-free and in reach of the sink and toilet, respectively.
Then, it’s time to take the style up a notch. Find a fun shower curtain that matches the paint in the room. Update your vanity top with a modern material—white marble and quartz are popular choices. Replace your mirror with something a step up from the standard (say hello to an oval-shaped looking glass). And consider adding a second hanging cabinet for guests’ toiletries.
Get Your Entryway and Staircase Ready for More Foot Traffic
Your entryway and staircase will receive a lot more traffic than usual. It’s best to ensure they’re ready.
You want your staircase to be equal parts captivating and safe. Replacing stair treads, balusters, and handrails achieves both. With updated and secure pieces, your stairs will be ready for everyone from grandma to little cousin Joey. Make sure they’re all stained or painted to match, and your stairway will look better than ever.
As far as your entryway goes, repainting your front door is a great place to start. Fall colors like orange, brown, yellow, or red fit the holiday season perfectly. Then, add extra hooks or a free-standing coat hanger for all the additional coats coming through. Finally, consider installing a smart lock with a key code so your guests don’t need their own key to come in and out.
Add Some Life to Your Guest Rooms with Paint and New Flooring
If your guests are staying the night, or your family flew in for an entire week, they deserve a room that feels lively and updated.
There are two projects that can make your guests' rooms feel more homey. First, a fresh coat of paint can do wonders. It immediately makes a room feel special, and the right colors, like a blue-green wall behind the bed, a light grey ceiling, or a soft purple on every wall, can have a calming and relaxing effect.
Another quick and straightforward process is to replace the flooring. Updating the carpet, or even switching it to hardwood, can give the whole room a renewed feeling. Especially if you get extra soft carpet that makes everything feel more comfortable. Be careful, though. Your guests might not want to leave when the holidays are over. It’ll be that good.
About Menards®
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