Why is there a bed runner in hotel rooms?

If you like staying in hotels, you're probably familiar with it: the bed runner. In many rooms, there's a narrow cover at the foot of the bed. Have you ever wondered: What's it actually for? We'll explain it.

Maybe you've asked yourself during a vacation why there's a narrow cover at the end of the bed in many hotel rooms. In the hotel industry, it's actually referred to as a bed runner or plaid. This decorative piece of fabric is up to a meter wide, made of a sturdier fabric than the rest of the bedspread, and usually color-coordinated.

So, is it merely for aesthetics? Actually, there's more to it; there are three more good reasons for the bed runner: hygiene, orderliness, and convenience.

Quite often, hotel guests toss their suitcases onto the bed right when they arrive - not exactly hygienic. However, if the suitcase lands on the runner, at least the guest isn't sleeping on street dirt. Even when tourists sit briefly on the bed in their street clothes, the cover helps maintain hygiene.

Next point: Orderliness is crucial. The bed runner prevents items like loose change or keys from slipping between the mattresses. Lastly, cleaning staff were also considered - such a narrow runner is much more manageable than a large bedspread. This makes it easier to clean and put on or take off.

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