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AIBU?

To ask how much of a fuss to make about this?

102 replies

lostpurplehoodie · 13/12/2017 21:04

I’ve just checked into a hotel and got into bed to find a staple in the duvet cover. It’s right on the top seam by my arms/neck/face. I know it’s not been done deliberately but think I should draw the hotel’s attention to it. The issue (I’ve posted about it before) is I’m a people pleaser and I know I’ll end up apologising for daring to mention it and be even slightly annoyed about it.

AIBU to ask for advice on how to deal with it? And what to do without being either a pushover or a dick?

OP posts:
Singlebutmarried · 13/12/2017 21:45

Call reception and ask if they have a staple remover?

If they say no, ask if they can advise how to remove the staple from your duvet without cutting yourself

MexicanBob · 13/12/2017 21:46

Personally, I wouldn't bother to mention it. All they can do is apologise and, from what you say, that apology may cause you more grief than any satisfaction you may get from it.

Beakyplinders · 13/12/2017 21:48

I wouldn't do anything about it unless you need a staple remover to get rid of it, in which case I would ask at reception for one.

WorraLiberty · 13/12/2017 21:50

Meh!

You want to complain because you found a little staple in the duvet?

Really?

Redpriestandmozart · 13/12/2017 21:52

Back in the old days, my parents used to get all their linen laundered, it came back with a label stapled to each piece. I assume the identification, it may just be this which hasn't been removed properly. Just pick it off, should be easy enough to do, I would not be making a fuss.

BonnesVacances · 13/12/2017 21:53

I would definitely ask for a new duvet cover without a staple in it. Without hesitation.

3luckystars · 13/12/2017 21:55

You could ring them and say ‘there is a staple on my bed’ and then take a big gulp of water so that you can’t talk any more. See what they say.

PersianCatLady · 13/12/2017 21:57

The staple was for the laundry tag.

Have you hurt yourself??

If yes then tell the hotel, otherwise put it in the bin and forget about it.

Life is far too short.

RebelRogue · 13/12/2017 21:57

TAke it out,bin it,go to sleep.
It's not really an issue and definitely not worth it if you'll be uncomfortable.

WorraLiberty · 13/12/2017 22:06

Rebel are you out of your tiny mind???? Xmas Shock

How can the OP possibly sleep with a staple in the room?

At least advise her to have someone come and empty the bin, or who knows what sort of carnage she may wake up to in the morning!!

PersianCatLady · 13/12/2017 22:09

In answer to the OP's question, I would make ZERO fuss.

Why would you??

SparklingSnowfall · 13/12/2017 22:16

Take it out! No fuss required!

YellowMakesMeSmile · 13/12/2017 22:19

to ask for advice on how to deal with it

Take it out and put it in the bin, it's not hard.

The only people who would complain about this are the ones that try and get free night stays or partial refunds etc.

JeReviens · 13/12/2017 22:19

Look. It's a staple. In the bed cover. Accidentally.

If you'd found a Komodo dragon dressed in crotchless knickers smoking a crack pipe under the bed then maybe that would warrant a call to reception but really - the staple - just leave it the fuck be!

MiltonTheCockroach · 13/12/2017 22:20

Oh ffs, unless it's holding the duvet cover together just hook the bloody thing out and go to sleep.

MammaTJ · 13/12/2017 22:21

I think Singlebutmarried has it spot on, it addresses the issue, without making a complaint about it and puts the ball in their court!

If they under reaact, then make complaint!

Tinselistacky · 13/12/2017 22:22

It's so you can attach the duvet to your neck.
Then you will look like the Queen on a stamp!!
Grin

PersianCatLady · 13/12/2017 22:22

JeReviens
Are you speaking from experience there?

MiltonTheCockroach · 13/12/2017 22:22

p.s. if you think the staple is an issue .... I'm hiding under your bed, just waiting for you to turn the lights off before I scuttle out.

PersianCatLady · 13/12/2017 22:23

I'm hiding under your bed, just waiting for you to turn the lights off before I scuttle out
You ruined it, she knows now you've told her.

JeReviens · 13/12/2017 22:24

Are you speaking from experience there?

It was that obvious huh? Blush

Grin

WorraLiberty · 13/12/2017 22:24

If you'd found a Komodo dragon dressed in crotchless knickers smoking a crack pipe under the bed then maybe that would warrant a call to reception but really - the staple - just leave it the fuck be!

Yes, please call reception as I've left my forwarding address with them Xmas Blush

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paxillin · 13/12/2017 22:26

I'd wear a helmet and my bike leathers to bed, just in case.

5foot5 · 13/12/2017 22:26

Can you not just turn the duvet the other way round so the staple is at the fort of the bed where it won't bother you?

VladmirsPoutine · 13/12/2017 22:27

A used condom would be something to make a fuss over. A staple, not really.
What are you hoping to achieve?

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