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Saturday, December 17th, 2016
Many parents are accustomed to the chaotic world that their little children create. A child’s bedroom, therefore, is often not a place that you would describe to be restful or comfortable. But this should no longer be the case. Kids’ bedrooms don’t have to be chaotic all the time. If you ever want to achieve that magical place for your kids and a series of restful months for you, then you need to keep a few things in mind –
Consider the Kids’ Age
Younger children have more fun with bunk beds so you might as well give them that. Bunk beds don’t just make kiddie rooms more fun but they could also save a lot of space. This is the best solution to a shared room.
As the kids get older, though, be sure to restyle and reconsider their bedroom needs. The tween years are especially difficult when kids transition from being children to teenagers. This is the perfect time to put in a little more maturity into your kids’ bedroom. See if you can update the bed by getting single or double beds for a change. Consider also if they would need a work or desk space.
Consider the Kids’ Style
Your child will eventually grow but even during their younger years, you might have already noticed that your little ones aren’t exactly alike. The beds (if the bedroom doesn’t entirely do it) should reflect the owners’ personalities.
Ask your kids to pick the color palette. Take a trip to the hardware store with them and let them run wild picking some paint swatches. It is likely that you’ll be handed crazy colors but don’t you worry – just choose a toned-down version of the color then paint the walls with them. Infuse some bright colors on accessories, fabrics, the accent wall and the mural or stenciled wall.
While you may have declared a theme for your kids’ room, don’t get so hung up on that. Children’s rooms should be a place for creativity and fun and not for common, boring themes such as the Farm, Beaches, or the Circus. You’ll be tempted to unify the room but make room for creativity.
Take the time to bring your kids also when choosing the fabrics. Involve them in selecting the fabrics that will serve as the fingerprint in their room. Find a comforter cover or frame a charming artwork, again, with your kids.
Think Out of the Box
Apart from fabric and paint shopping, you can also involve your kids in gathering other design elements into the room. Create collages of your family photos, beads, silk flowers, or the kids’ artwork. You can also buy some unpainted wooden letters in craft shops. The kids can have fun spelling out their names while painting them with colors that they also helped pick.
Encourage the kids to display their collections and other belongings. The things that hold a special place in your kids’ hearts deserve a place in their room. This could be their toy collection or even just a bowl of fancy rocks. Give them the freedom to show their personalities.
Expect some unexpected changes in your kids’ room. Kids grow all the time and their furniture needs grow along with them. Soon, you would need bigger furniture to accommodate their taller height.
Think also of the possibility that you would have more kids in the future. Buy classic furniture pieces such as the bed, drawers and bedside table in this photograph –
Winners Only Panel Bedroom Youth Suite BAC2001TN
Kiddie Furnishings According to Age
Infant: Crib, drawers, rocking chair, lamps or overhead lighting, other storage units where needed. Accessories include organic fabrics on pillows and upholstery.
Toddlers: Single bed or bunk bed, drawers, storage units, general light, mini desk, small chairs, bench with concealed storage.
Teenagers: Bed, nightstand, lamps or recessed lighting, general light, desk, chair, wardrobe or drawers.
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Tuesday, August 23rd, 2016
American Leather Living Room Nolan Chair NLN-CHR-ST
When it comes to babyproofing your home, it is always best to be on the know. Parents – especially moms – tend to worry about how to protect their children from all sorts of danger – even in their home. Experts believe that children aged 1-4 are likelier to be killed by poisoning, drowning, choking, and burns. It is not surprising, therefore, that moms tend to be hands-on when it comes to interior design and other aspects pertaining their home.
Home safety can be an overwhelming project but for moms, it is something that must be done – fast. This means that place must already be babyproofed by the time the little one begins to crawl or climb.
Here are some recommendations on how you can keep your child safe in your home –
Buy Safety Gadgets
There are now baby monitors and other gadgets that are sold in the market which can help you keep your little one safe. You can either hire a professional childproofer or you could research then shop for the safety devices.
Remember, though, that these gadgets are no substitute for the parents’ eyes and ears. You should still personally supervise your kid’s safety.
Wear the Baby’s Shoes
An effective way to know which things could endanger your child is to look through his or her eyes. Have a baby’s eye view of your home.
Think – if you were a baby or a toddler, what would look tempting? Which things can you easily reach? You can then figure out which drawers, cupboards or furniture pieces you should childproof.
The more that your baby walks and climbs, the more that you will need to reevaluate your safety plans.
Store Away Poisons, Knives, etc.
Carefully stow away hazardous chemicals and sharp kitchen tools. If you can get a lock for your kitchen cabinets, then do so. Use small gates to limit the kid’s access to potentially dangerous areas of your home. The most dangerous spots include the bathroom and the kitchen but the living room could also present dangers such as possible electrocution or strangling.
Keep an eye out for smaller objects such as paper clips and coins. Have the office desk – or the office itself locked.
Be watchful also when you have some visitors. Childproofing your home is no guarantee that your cousin will do the same. She could be carrying small items such as lipstick, pills and other stuff that could endanger your little one.
The Canadel Dining Room Round Table with Legs TRN5454LA-1 has rounded edges which makes it perfect for childproofed homes.
Choose Natural Wood Furniture, Eco-Friendly Mattress and Fabric
Moms should seek out all natural wood furniture for their kids whether they are shopping for cribs or beds. Quality solid wood can be hardwood or softwood. Children’s beds come in different designs, finishes and frames that will meet your child’s needs.
Make sure the cribs come with guard rails and the bed with toddler rails. Choose drawers and cabinets that come with rounded edges. These are safer while still being stylish.
Babies need firm support for them to sleep safely and soundly. The crib is supposed to be used for three years. There are three kinds of mattresses for babies – foam, innerspring and organic. The third type is best because it is made with all-natural materials such as wool or cotton.
As for the changing table, you will need to buy something sturdy since the average diaper-changing prior to a child’s first birthday is about 2,400. Make sure this furniture comes with a guardrail or a safety strap.
Another nursery piece is the rocking chair. Babies simply love the rocking motion that this furniture offers so make sure to buy a comfy one since the mom’s the one who’ll do the rocking.
Basically, the furniture that you should invest in is something that meets or even exceeds government safety standards. These products should have been tested for durability and safety.
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