Currently, there are many variants on the market, such as mattresses that inflate, roll up, and store, rolling beds that slide on top of other beds, etc.

• Airbeds, in particular, are a popular alternative to the disparaged old-fashioned folding sofa beds. Since a manufacturer in the United States began its mass marketing in 1989, this type of mattress has changed its image as an exclusive accessory for camping and camping. But this is not the only solution to solve the excess of guests. Traditional furniture that can be located in small spaces is still a good option. If you can’t invest in a sleeper sofa, some chairs fold up and become a decent solution.
• type of bed is available in two-seater, ‘king size’, and single sizes (for adults and children). The air mattresses are made of thick PVC with a pump system to inflate them (with mains or rechargeable batteries). A basic model inflates in 3 minutes and deflates even faster.
• The firmness can be adjusted with a control button and after deflating it can be folded to be carried even in a backpack. All models come with a basic repair kit (for patching) and a one-year warranty.
• Millions of these beds have been sold around the world. Some hotels use them more than any other. It is known that one located in Aspen has 9 of them for the high season when thousands of business travelers and tourists come.
• Another option is the bed on wheels, which slides under another fixed bed when not in use.
• This is an ancient design, but it is still widely used today. In general, both are sold (the sliding and the fixed) but it is also possible to buy them separately in case you can accommodate another one that you already have in your house.

Where to stay

• Once you know how many people will sleep at home, you should start thinking about where in the house they will sleep.
• Do not rule out non-traditional places. Think of the living room, moving some furniture, and creating a good space for the children to sleep. And if there are many people, it is not a bad idea to cover the dining room with sleeping bags, and let the children feel like they are in a family camp.
• It’s also not a bad idea to buy cheap quilts and fold them in half and then sew them, improvising sleeping bags for the kids.
• Decorate the room with objects that give the feeling of being in a real bedroom even if it is known that it is not. Some Flowers, a telephone, books, stationery, and nightstands can make the stay of your relatives or friends more comfortable.
• many married couples feel happier leaving their place to their guests. But whatever option you choose, the important thing is to feel comfortable yourself and not force coexistence where your guests -and yourself- do not feel comfortable.