As your child gets older, they also get pickier. They begin to distinguish between the things they like and don’t like. While some children may be into dragons, others may be into princesses.
When decorating your child’s room, you want to be ready for this and keep in mind their preferences. Their bedroom should be a safe space and one they love being in!
Moreover, you also want their bedroom to be functional as much as it is appealing.
With all of this in mind, here are 4 decorating ideas to consider:
1. Paint the Walls
First things first, you want to paint the walls in a color your little one will love. Even as adults, changing the color of our bedroom is an exciting process. Choosing the right color for your little one can be tricky because while your 6-year old daughter may love the color pink now, who’s to say it won’t change a few years down the road?
The thought of repainting your child’s room every couple of years doesn’t sound ideal. Instead, go for a subtle pink or blue and fill it with cheery, colorful accessories. When your child is ready for a new look, simply freshen up space by swapping out some of the accessories.
Another great way to spice things up is wallpaper. Using wallpaper on one of the walls with a fun design is a great way to transform your kid’s room. Also, consider hanging up a tapestry. You can find hundreds of designs online, not to mention how easy it is to hang one up!
Browse through wallpapers and tapestries with your little one. We guarantee your child will love helping with the decision making, and it will make a big difference in the room’s final look.
2. Choose the Right Bed Sheets
Your little one’s bed should be comfortable and enticing. Have trouble getting them to go to sleep? You’d be surprised at how willing they are to lay down when it means covering themselves with their princess-themed bed sheets.
Young children love superhero, fairy tales, and unicorn bed sets. You’ll also find that from an aesthetic point of view, your sheets really bring the room together.
3. Focus on Play
There are so many fun ways to incorporate play within your child’s room. Consider an indoor swing, a coloring station, a dollhouse, or a ball pit!
The possibilities are endless: for older children, consider a rock-climbing wall or a chalkboard wall. These ideas are sure to encourage play while allowing them to burn up all that built up energy before bedtime!
4. Kid-Friendly Furniture
Furniture with storage space is a great way to stay organized. Under the bed storage, crates or toy bins are easy ways to keep a clean space. Make sure to use furniture designed specifically for children. Keep closet storage, coat racks, and benches all at their height. This will encourage your little one to clean up after themselves.
Moreover, include a small bookshelf with your child’s favorite reads! Every night before bed, have them choose a bedtime story. They’ll love having their own personal shelf filled with their favorite books (not to mention it will make for a nice display)!
Bottom Line
Decorating your child’s room is so easy if you stick to their interests; a few tweaks here and there go a long way.
For older children, have them decide on the theme and color they’d like. This will be such a fun project for both of you to complete together. Keeping their interests in mind will allow you to create a space that is functional, safe, and fun to be in.
Have fun and best of luck!
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