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New Year, New Room: Giving Your Child's Bedroom An Upgrade

Your child’s bedroom should be a calming space where they enjoy spending time. They can go to their room to relax, play or complete homework and learning tasks. Giving your little one the bedroom of their dreams might seem expensive, but there are plenty of affordable ways to revamp their room without blowing your budget. The good news is that small upgrades can have a big impact and help you create a more functional and welcoming space for your little one. Here are some suggestions to upgrade your child’s room in 2021.

Freshen up the paintwork

Rooms interiors naturally experience wear over the years, especially in your little one’s room! You may start to notice signs of damage like chipped paint, wall dents or peeling wallpaper. This might seem minor, but it can have a serious impact on the visual appeal of the room. Luckily, repairing wall damage is usually pretty straightforward and low-cost. Giving your child’s bedroom a fresh lick of paint is a fairly easy DIY job that can also lead to lots of family fun. Get your children involved and spend a weekend painting as a family. You could even let your little one choose the new shade in their room. Try not to let your child go too crazy with the colour palette, however, or you risk them wanting to repaint the walls once they outgrow the shade. You can find lots of useful tips on how to paint a room like a pro.

Add interest to the walls

When it comes to your child’s bedroom, the best approach is to keep the walls in a neutral shade – but this doesn’t mean it needs to be boring. You can easily liven up plain walls with some interesting wall art. Let your child pick out a few prints in their favourite designs and colours. You can also add a personal touch to their room by hanging family photographs in frames. Wall transfer stickers can also be a fantastic way to add interest to your child’s room and they can easily be updated if your child wants a different design later on.

Invest in a quality bed

Your child’s bed is the most important piece of furniture in their room. Children experience the majority of their growth and development whilst they sleep, making a consistent good night’s sleep vital. With that in mind, you should invest in a quality bed that promotes good sleep. Buying high-quality bedroom furniture should also save you money in the long run, as the items will remain in good condition and need replacing less often. When it comes to your child’s bed, there is a massive selection of designs to choose from, including bunk beds, cabin beds and day beds. Consider the options carefully and choose a bed in a design and style that your little one will love for years to come. It is also a good idea to choose a child’s bed with built-in storage, i.e., under-bed drawers. This will make it easier for your little one to keep their room neat and tidy.

Create a productive study space

Your child should have a calm and quiet space where they can complete their homework and other learning tasks. You can easily transform their bedroom into the perfect study spot by adding a sturdy desk. If you have space restrictions, then there is a fantastic selection of compact and custom made desks that should fit in any available space. It is also a good idea to buy a quality study chair that offers the comfort and support that your little one needs while learning.  Make sure that their study space has adequate lighting and try to position the desk next to a window if possible. Did you know that natural light can boost student performance by 20%? Taking advantage of natural light is good for your child’s health and learning, and also your wallet! You should see a difference in your energy bills if you don’t have as many lights on in your house during the day.

Summary

As a parent, you should provide your child with their own space to relax, play and learn. The good news is that creating a beautiful bedroom for your child doesn’t have to be expensive, as there are countless creative ways to revamp their room without blowing your budget. The new year is the perfect time to freshen up your little one’s room and create a more inviting and productive living space. Try the above suggestions to give your child’s room a makeover in 2021.

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