Renovating a child's room is a responsible undertaking that requires attention to detail and consideration of the child's interests.
How to make a quality repair without spending a lot of money?
First of all, you need to define the concept of the future design. It is worth considering the gender and age of the child, his hobbies and interests, says Yulia Tychino .
If you are planning to have another baby in the coming years, choose a universal design.
The optimal solution for a child's room would be neutral pastel colors - beige, soft pink, mint, blue.
These colors create a sense of calm and comfort. Interior items and decor can be used as bright accents.
At the stage of preparing the walls, it is important to eliminate all defects - cracks, peeling plaster. After filling, the surfaces must be carefully sanded. An economical solution would be to paint the walls with water-based paint 2-3 times. This option is less expensive than wallpapering, and is not much different in quality.
Laminate is the best choice for the floor. It is durable, warm, and easy to clean. Laminate can imitate different types of wood and even stone.
Even a non-professional can lay it. Instead of boring linoleum, the floor can be covered with bright children's rugs with a cheerful print.
As for furniture, it is worth being resourceful. Buying a new set is often beyond the budget. The solution is to restore and remake old items.
For this, both things from home and finds from second-hand stores and thrift stores are suitable. The table and chairs can be repainted in one of the bright colors of the interior. It is better to cover the nightstands and chest of drawers with colorless varnish or wood paint.
If possible, replace old handles with new ones. Update the drawer fronts with self-adhesive film with an interesting print. Such furniture will look like new.
Wooden pallets are a great option. They can be turned into book shelves, play tables, sofas. You just need to sand the surface well and cover it with clear varnish.
For a child's sleep, it is better to buy a new orthopedic mattress, but a crib can be found used. Paint it to match the interior, replace the sides with bright removable panels.
Be sure to pay attention to lighting. Instead of a chandelier, install several lamps to create zoning of the space. Focus on the child's work area.
Wall decoration is a key moment in design. It is better to refuse wallpaper in a small room in order to visually expand the space. Suitable for walls:
- decorative plaster for painting;
- panels made of wood, cork, rattan;
- painting with paints followed by stencil design;
- Stretch marks with photo printing.
An excellent solution would be shelves or racks that you can make yourself from boards. They can be painted in the color of the walls or covered with self-adhesive film. Place books, toys, and your child's collections on the shelves.
Don't forget about textiles. Hang light curtains on the windows. Add bright accents - pillows, blankets, rugs. All this can be found for little money at sales and second-hand stores.
Live plants, garlands of photographs, and decoupage paintings will help complete the room. Hang your child's work, create a "creative corner".
The main thing is to include the baby in the process. Creating an interior together will be an exciting adventure for him. And let the nursery be a little different from your original idea. After all, the main thing is that it is cozy and comfortable for your child.
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Expert: Julia Tychino
