Visiting Guests - where do they sleep?

[madmax]

We moved to NC from NJ and have relatives that we would like to stay with us when they visit. Problem is I hate the idea of giving up a room to make it a dedicated 'guest bedroom'. We have a townshouse - it's small and I need that room.

I want to buy some blow up mattresses. Had one that would deflate within a few hours after laying on it. Anyone know of a good brand that will at least stay inflated?

Would mostly be for my son, his wife, and the kids. So they're young and can rough it for a few nights. Any tips?

[lligrd]

1. We've Had Pretty Good Luck With The Newer Air Mattresses

while camping. Coleman makes some that are guaranteed not to deflate.

[madmax]

2. I didn't think outside the box!

Camping mattresses. Now that maybe the ticket! :hi:

I thought of a Murphly Bed but, would cost too much.

[LeftyMom]

3. There's always a pull-out sofa.

Kids should be fine with sleeping bags.

When I was growing up a friend's family had an actual mattress that folded up for storage, so they could make a proper bed on the floor for a guest and then put it back in a closet when it wasn't needed. That thing was great, but I think they'd bought it in Japan and I don't know if you can get them here.

[madmax]

6. Was thinking about a mattress stored in a closet

or the garage. These damn rooms are so small and between windows and doors there's no wall space. :mad:

[KitchenWitch]

4. I have a futon in my sewing room

When no one is visiting, it's a couch, when there are visitors, it's a bed.

[madmax]

8. Is the futon comfy? n/t

[KitchenWitch]

9. It is.

My dad, who has a bad back, sleeps really comfortably on it.

[RetroLounge]

5. I use a futon or the kids give up their beds

unless it's a gorgeous lounge lady, then we share...

:9

RL

[madmax]

7. LOL! n/t

[Iggo]

10. Coleman air mattress + sleeping bag.

A good canvas sleeping bag. They don't sleep IN the sleeping bag. They sleep ON it. It helps distribute the weight better than just the mattress alone. I know whereof I speak. I was a dedicated couch-surfer for many many years. That's the best combo.

[AlCzervik]

11. aerobed makes a good air mattress that is actually tall so it's a lot easier for people

to get up. I have one of these minus the headboard for my downstairs guest room.

http://www.thinkaero.com/group/46/store_ProductDetail.html

[madmax]

13. And it stays up all night?

:rofl: I love that line.

Saw that one in a store - BB&B? Thought that would be a good idea because of the height.

[AlCzervik]

15. i guess, i never heard any complaints!

:o

[Jamastiene]

12. My guests sleep wherever she passes out...er...I mean...

Well, they do sleep wherever they pass out. I don't have guests unless it's for party purposes and it's sorta laid back. Wish I could help you more. My family stays away from my house as "guest" status, because I have 2 cats that are basically opinionated demon possessed hellions. They are afraid of my cats.

[madmax]

14. Lot's of good possibilities.

My husband wanted a bed but, no can do! Sofabed was a possiblity but, it has to go up to the second floor and they're heavy suckers. It's either going to be air mattresses or a mattress in the closet or garage.

I love DU and the Google. Most of my life's little problems can be solved by consulting with either one. :loveya:

Thanks guys!! :grouphug:

[billyskank]

16. A *real* host would kick his spouse out and sleep with the guests.

:hide:

[madmax]

17. lol! you dog!

:rofl: