If it's your space, then it's your rules
Amit Thawait
Last Update 2 years ago
Set clear expectations with our Kitchen Rules to ensure a great experience for everyone.
By clearly communicating your expectations, Kitchen Rules creates a better experience for you and your rentees. Whether you want to be specific, such as mentioning which appliances/equipment are accessible or how kitchen waste needs to be dealt with, or give a broad overview of dos and don’ts, your Kitchen Rules can serve as a guide for potential guests.
Writing helpful kitchen rules
Help protect your home and create a better guest experience
There’s so much more to your kitchen rules than just a list of dos and don’ts. They set expectations for rentees, as well as provide a glimpse into your hospitality style. Also, they allow tenants to decide whether your space is a good fit before booking it, which can enhance the experience. Tenants are informed of kitchen rules when they book, given that they are important.
Need a little help writing yours? Follow these tips from hosts like you.
Simplicity is key
Write in an easy-to-understand manner. Kitchen rules shouldn’t sound like legal jargon. If they do, nobody will read them or potential rentees will go to another listing that is easier to follow.
How can we keep things simple? Consider how you would want the person renting to behave in your space, and how you would explain that if you were talking to them in person.
It’s also important not to overburden your tenants with rules. Keep the must-haves in mind and save the nice-to-haves for later.
Consider creating a kitchen manual for helpful details that aren’t included in your kitchen rules. The courtesy requests such as where to leave used kitchen towels or how to clean kitchen appliances post using them can be communicated in person or through friendly notes.
Safety reminders
Be aware that rentees may not be as vigilant about safety and security as you are. Sharing this type of information in your kitchen rules is a good idea. Some examples include:
- “Please unplug all appliances post use.”
- “Turning off the stove might be the easiest thing to forget and safest thing to remember!”
Health and safety requirements related to COVID-19 should also be emphasized. If necessary, use your kitchen rules to remind guests about masks and social distancing, and mention any additional guidelines for shared spaces.