Ensuring your guests have a comfortable stay is crucial for positive reviews. The right pillows can make a significant difference in guest satisfaction, but how do you choose the 'right' pillows?
Read-on for our top tips for choosing the perfect sleeping and throw pillows for your short-term rentals!
First Things First: Let's Talk Sleeping Pillows:
Unfortunately, there's no right answer here. Sleep preferences are so subjective!
Different guests like and dislike different things, and this will never change. However, if you want to air on the side of caution and try to please as many people as possible, we recommend going with a thicker, denser pillow every time.
5 Tips to Consider:
1. Think About Different Sleep Preferences
- When possible, provide a variety of pillow types (soft, medium, firm) to cater to different sleep preferences.
- Offer both down and hypoallergenic options for guests with allergies to go the extra mile.
- Invest in high-quality pillows that maintain their shape and comfort over time.
- Choose pillows with good stitching and durable materials to withstand frequent use.
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- Standard size pillows are versatile and suitable for most beds, but not all!
- Include king-size pillows for larger beds to enhance luxury. This is an absolute must!!
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- You should always have 4 pillows on a king bed.
- Single and twin beds are the only beds you should have 2 sleeping pillows on!
- Use pillow protectors to extend the life of your pillows and keep them clean.
- Choose waterproof and allergen-proof protectors for added protection.
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5. Maintain and Replace Your Pillows
- Choose pillows that are machine washable or have washable covers.
- Regularly wash and fluff pillows to maintain freshness and hygiene.
- Replace pillows every 1-2 years to ensure they remain comfortable and supportive.
- Keep an eye out for signs of wear and tear, such as lumps or loss of shape.
Now, Let's Talk Throw Pillows:
You should always dress up your bed with decorative throw pillows for a touch of style.
General Tips:
- Match pillows with your overall decor to create a cohesive look.
- Use colors and patterns that complement your bedding and room theme.
- Pillows should always be sitting up with throw pillows leaning up slightly against the sleeping pillows.
- Give your pillows a quick chop, and you're ready to welcome guests!
King beds:
You should have an arrangement of throw pillows that looks something like this:
Queen/ Full beds:
Keep the same arrangements, always incorporating a lumbar and the square throw pillows, but stick with fewer pillows.
Here are some of our favourite arrangements:
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