Avoid splashing out on a small wardrobe that only accommodates babies’ clothes, as it will need to be replaced after only a few years. Instead, invest in a larger wardrobe right away that won’t require being removed once they hit school age. A great way to get a good kids’ wardrobe on a budget is to go thrifting and source a well-made vintage option made from wood. You can then paint this in a ‘kids colour’ and repaint it as required over the years to fit into your child’s bedroom decor scheme.
Alternatively, invest in a fitted wardrobe to make the most of the floor and wall space available to maximise organisation and storage space. These are especially great if you have difficult areas like sloping ceilings or boxed-in beams to take into consideration.
The bed is the anchor of any bedroom. As kids grow, their sleep needs change, and so does their space. High sleeper beds are a smart long-term solution - once they leave a toddler bed, the bed can be lifted off the ground, creating usable space underneath. When they’re little, that space can be used for toy storage or a reading corner. As they get older, you can swap a desk in for homework or crafting.
Keep the Colour Scheme Simple if you don’t like repainting
Warm neutrals, sage greens and earth tones are great colours to use in kids’ bedrooms that grow with them and won’t need updating regularly. When painting a child’s bedroom, use a hardwearing, wipeable paint finish like a durable eggshell, as it is more forgiving of fingerprints, scuffs, and scribbles. You can let personality show through via artwork, colourful bedding or removable wall decals that are easier to swap out as your child’s tastes change. Alternatively, to add ‘quick-to-update’ pops of colour, try painting the window frames or doors in a bold hue, or upcycle a stool or chair in a vivid shade.
Adding colour via the woodwork creates a big imact that can be updated easily. Image credit: Benjamin Moore.
