Convertible furniture in the guest room is a great investment. Guest bedrooms are a luxury that many people don't have. If you have a habit of using your guest room as an office or a craft room, Try using convertible guest room furniture to ease the transition.

Murphy Beds
Using a Murphy bed frees up your floorspace when the guest room isn't being used. A Murphy bed folds up into the wall, and comes down for use much like an ironing board. When the bed is "closed" it blends into the wall and looks like a piece of cabinetry.

If you need to free up the floor space in your guest room periodically, keep your eyes open for a Murphy bed. Installation can be tricky, but they're definitely worth it.

Dressers in the Guest Room
You can use the guest room dresser as a makeshift linen closet, or to store off-season clothing. When company's coming, simply remove them into a hefty sack for the week and replace them when the guest room is empty again.

Office Furniture in the Guest Bedroom
If you're using your guest bedroom as an office, try not to leave work visible. Tuck everything into a filing cabinet and make sure that your visitors don't need to poke around to find a pen or writing paper. You might want to tuck away printers or fax machines, so that guests can use the top surface of the desk and dresser.

Guest Room Closet
If your guest room closet is spilling over with craft supplies, or other items, your visitors might feel a little less than welcome. Consider using a closet storage system or moving a portion of your belongings out of the closet so that your visitors have a place to put their belongings.

Guest Room Etiquette
Staying away from home can be uncomfortable, and as a host there are many things you can do to make it a more comfortable experience. Try placing a pitcher of water on the nightstand with a drinking glass. Make sure there are fresh towels and linens available. Place brochures for local attractions on the night stand, leave a variety of reading materials in a handy place and be sure to communicate with your guests about their comfort.