Kids bedroom decorating tips & ideas
When it comes to decorating a kidâs bedroom there is only one rule, which is: have fun! Most kids donât want a bedroom thatâs full of grandmaâs old bedroom furniture or a room that features beige walls because that way the marks wonât be so noticeable. Kids want a room they can play in. Hang out in. Create in. Feel good in. So if you want your kids to enjoy being in their bedroom, you need to create a bedroom they actually want to spend time in.
Of course not everyone has a huge budget to hire a stylist or even to update every piece of bedroom furniture. But everyone has an imagination. So whether you want to style up a little kidâs bedroom, redesign a teenagerâs bedroom, make the most of small space or use colour to your advantage, weâve come up with a few ideas to inspire you. Read our kidsâ bedroom ideas below.
#1 Colour code
Like all bedrooms, colour is important in a kidâs bedroom. And itâs important that you talk to your child before you open any paint tins or hang any curtains. Ask them what colour they like then use that colour as your base. Of course, if theyâre too little to decide you can make the decision for them! Once you have your base colour, you can work out your palette. So, for example, if you choose pink as your base colour, you can add a couple of more colours. If possible, donât have too many colours and try to stick with compatible colours. If youâre not sure what colours work well together, just search the internet for colour palettes. Once youâve chosen the colours in your palette, you can break open the paint tin!
#2 Wall murals
The best thing about a wall mural is, there are so many to choose from in all shapes, sizes, colours and styles! Would your little girl like a green dragon on a purple wall? Would your little boy like a jungle theme? Perhaps your teenage daughter would like a fake brick wall while your teenage son would like a large speech bubble full of zzzâs. Browse the internet with your child to find a design you both like then look at the wall or walls where youâd like to place it. You may need to repaint the wall and update or paint some of your kidâs bedroom furniture so everything works well together. P.S. Another good idea for a childâs bedroom wall (or back of their door) is to paint a large area with blackboard paint. With a box full of chalk, your child can create a new mural every day!
#3 Treasure box
If your kids love to collect things, you can make a feature of a treasure box or treasure shelf. A shadow box, (like the one here) can be picked up from a secondhand shop while a new shelf can be bought from a good retailer. Another option for your childâs treasure is a blanket box at the end of their bed frame or under a window, or vintage trunk or suitcase that can easily slip under their bed. Whatever you decide on, make sure you give it a bit of space so it stands out and becomes a feature of the room. Then let them fill it with all their little treasures including shells found on holidays, tiny ornaments given to them by grandparents or buttons from their very first top.
#4 The sleepover club
Does your child love having friends over for a sleepover? Or do you have two children and one small bedroom? A trundle bed is the perfect solution! There are many single beds and king single beds that are now available with a trundle option and theyâre so handy. When you need the extra bed, you simply pull it out. When you donât need it, you push it back in and, voila, your child has extra play space! Alternatively, if you remove the mattress, you gain instant storage space under your childâs bed. This is a great spot for board games, toys, dress-ups or winter/summer clothes storage.
#5 Cute canopies
Kids love cubby houses and cosy spots where they can hide (especially at dinner time!) and hang out. A canopy over their bed is just the thing for your little adventurer. You can head out and purchase a canopy for your childâs bedroom, or you can hook up a home made one. All you need is a curtain or fabric (or a even a sheet) and some curtain wire. Run the wire from one wall to the other, then simply drape the curtain or fabric over the wire. If youâre serious about the design of your childâs room you can buy an extra set of curtains and use one set as the canopy. Or an extra quilt cover. Or sheet set. But it doesnât really matter what you use because your child will just love the feeling of being hidden and cosy.
#6 Bunk buddies
Bunk beds have been around forever and itâs easy to see why. Not only are they ideal space savers when you have two children sharing one bedroom, theyâre also hugely popular amongst children. What child hasnât set sail from the top bunk? Or escaped from sharp-shooting space invaders to the bottom bunk? Or hung up spare blankets and sheets to create an extra cosy cubby on the bottom bunk? Letâs face it, bunk beds are Fun with a capital F!
Hint: If youâre thinking about purchasing bunk beds for your kidsâ bedroom, you might like to consider bunk beds that can be separated into two single beds. It might be an option youâd like in the future.
#7 Box shelves
There are many ways to store and display your childâs toys, games and collectibles. We really like the idea of using old wooden boxes. If you canât find boxes anywhere, another great idea is small wooden drawers from an old chest of drawers or dresser. Paint them white with a different colour on the bottom, (from your palette of colours), then attach them to your walls with the bottom against the wall.
#8 Homework headquarters
If youâd like your teenage son or daughter to get their homework done, help them out by setting up a Homework Headquarters in their bedroom. To set it up, you may need to lose some of the bedroom furniture and opt for clever storage instead. (Under the bed, in the bedside tables etc). If you can, make sure the area looks good so your child actually likes being there. Get rid of your childâs old furniture and invest in a purpose-built compact desk with bookshelf and drawers, a comfortable chair and good lighting.
P.S. If space is an issue, see #3 Space Saver above!
We hope you enjoyed our Kids Bedroom Decorating Tips and Ideas. Remember, decorating and designing a kidâs bedroom should be fun. Donât hold back! Check out other bedroom ideas online and talk with your kids about what theyâd like in their bedroom. A shelf for toys? A desk for homework? A rug to lay on? A beanbag for reading? A king bed because theyâre getting taller by the second? Ten posters of One Direction on the ceiling? Good luck!
