You might be planning a home refurbishment in Leicester and are now confronted with decorating your child’s bedroom. This is always a difficult task because there are many things to consider. You are aware that the tastes and interests of your child are changing frequently so you must adopt a theme with the chance of longevity. You also want to ensure that your design decision is not too big a commitment and that it is cost-effective. It also must be visually appealing so that your child is delighted with the result. Here are 5 innovative and easy ideas you could adopt for your child’s bedroom.
Installing decals
Murals are often expensive because you would need to commission a good-quality artist, unless you are lucky enough to be artistic yourself. A pain-staking mural also becomes sentimental because of the time, effort and expensive that was incurred to create it. Decals are an excellent option because they can be bought cheaply and installed in minutes. We all know how quickly a child’s tastes change. Your child might currently be obsessed with the latest blockbuster animation or a sport that all their friends are playing too. Decals can be removed swiftly if your child has outgrown them. Once they are removed, you are left with a clean wall with no residue. This contrasts with murals which are a permanent option and require many coats of paint to cover them. The flexibility that a decal provides is also excellent if you are due to move house. Decals can be carefully stored to use again, give away or sell to make some extra money. If you are in rented accommodation, decals are generally accepted by landlords because they do not cause damage to interior walls or paint work, but please check first to be sure.
Replacing cupboard handles and door knobs
Changing the handles of various features within a child’s room is very easy and inexpensive but often overlooked. You can simply unscrew the handles or knobs on most pieces of furniture and replace them. There are many varieties of knobs and handles available both online and in high-street stores. You can purchase beautiful ceramic ones which are highly patterned. You can also buy novelty cartoon ones which are sure to bring a smile to your child’s face. You do not have to install the same design or character on each piece of furniture. You can swap them around and ask your child which they prefer. Replacing cupboard handles or door knobs are a great option because they can easily be removed and transferred back once you child gets older.
Hanging canopies
Canopies can manipulate the feel of a room and provide a striking visual feature. They can also facilitate a warm and comforting space for your child. Canopies are highly customisable and can be embellished easily to represent any theme. Canopies are easy to install and can be draped from the middle of the room extending to the edges. They can also hang over a bed and provide a luxurious and noble spectacle that will make your child feel like a prince or princess. Canopies are available in a wide range of colours so you can choose one that adheres to the colour scheme of the room. They can be easily removed when they need to be cleaned or stored.
Introducing mats
Mats are an excellent vehicle to attract attention. You can buy a wide variety of mats in innovative shapes, exciting textures and wild designs. Some mats have a design on them which encourages interaction and play. You might buy a mat with a race-track printed on it or a doll’s house interior. This allows them to double up as an attractive design feature as well as a toy. Mats are useful for breaking up space as well as temporarily covering up flaws. They are cost-effective and an appealing addition to your children’s bedroom without too much commitment.
Stencilling Designs
Stencilling is a helpful way to create clean-cut and effective designs on walls, ceilings and even furniture. You can buy pre-made stencils or create your own. Stencilling is also much easier than painting directly onto a surface because you have guidelines to follow. Although, you are governed by the design of your stencil, you can add your own design choices by choosing a monotone look or adding additional colours when painting over the stencil. You can also use metallic or glitter paint to guarantee that your designs stand out.
There are many cost-effective ways to add personality to your child’s bedroom. Get your child involved in the decision-making and creative process so that it is a shared accomplishment of which you both can be proud. Click here for more details.