.How to Create an Inviting Kids’ Room for your Grandchildren
Entry #2679, July 24, 2013
Do you have grandchildren who come to visit and they love their bedroom? Kids’ bedrooms should be an inviting space for them in your home can be a great idea. Even if you can’t invest in a complete remodeling project, little upgrades will help you create a spectacular room for your favorite house guests. Give them a reason to feel at home with these fun and exciting décor tips.
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The walls
Painting the walls in bright colors is a great way to add life to a room. However, you don’t have to stick to traditional blue and pink colors for boy’s and girl’s respectively. Red walls can be very exciting, whereas green or yellow can create a calming effect. If painting is not an option, you can adorn the walls with your grandchild’s most impressive pieces of art. If your little one is not an artist, take some time to find out his/her area of interest. His/her favorite Disney or cartoon posters will also do the trick.
Furniture
Staying organized is often a challenge with little ones. So, create plenty of storage space that’s easy to access. Shelves with rounded corners and plastic or canvas bins that are low to the ground will help them put toys and books in the right spot. For sleep time, a bunk bed or a loft style bed is always a safe bet. You can also pop in some movable seating arrangements like beanbags or mats for a comfortable spread out.
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Fun with fabrics
Bed sheets, rugs, curtains, and pillow covers can have a major impact in a bedroom; so, pick up kid friendly designs such as animal or geometric prints. A night lamp in interesting colors is a must for youngsters. Alternatively, wall lighting in sun, moon, or star shapes can be really fun and exciting.
Creating a fun bedroom for grandchildren is a way to get them excited for a stay back at your home. If possible, invite them to update the room with you. As you complete, you both will have memories that will last a lifetime!
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