From Guest Blogger Chris Austin: Kids’ Room Décor – Create a Green Environment that Supports Their Safe Development

They say the future of our planet becomes relevant when we choose to invest in the next generation. In theory, decorating a home is easy. The right furniture and a perfect color blend should be enough to satisfy our need for a pretty space. However, when you’re decorating a space for your child, you’re forced to think about more than just design. Safety should also be a priority. When decorating their room, find a way to merge beautiful furniture with practical elements. Create a greener environment that’s appealing and comfortable, but also practical and safe. Here are some guidelines to help you out.

Fresh, airy room design

When planning to design your kid’s room, the first thing you should take into account is indoor air quality. This is a major concern and it shouldn’t be ignored. If the carpet or rug you already have is too old, then it might be a good idea to replace it. Make sure to clean the area underneath really well. Urea formaldehyde is a toxic substance that forms from engineered flooring and wood, and it can affect the health of your little ones. Before buying any other type of carpet or rug, make sure to check the label. Look for quality certifications and other safety regulations. If possible, invest in a green or eco-friendly carpet.

If possible, consider rubber floor surfaces. These are made of recycled materials, they’re soft and they come in a varied palette of colors and designs. Perfect for preschoolers, rubber flooring can be a great addition to their room design. In case you don’t know how to do it yourself, hire a rubber floor manufacturer. This way you can customize it and have integrated something your kids really like, such as a specific set of numbers or letters.

Another great idea for the floor is linoleum. Usually made of pine resin, wood flour, limestone or linseed oil, this material can be considered eco-friendly. As far as insulation in concerned, you might want to consider fiberglass or wool without formaldehyde.

Appropriate furniture and cool accessories

After you’ve decided on the right type of flooring for your kids’ room, the next step is to buy and arrange the furniture. If there’s enough space in the room, split it in half and create a separate space for play. Stay away from adult-like accessories and make sure everything is childlike. Plaint the walls using toxic-free paint, and decide on a warm nuance. Pastel hues are in trend this season, as well as wallpapers and wall art.

Now it’s time to pick the furniture. To create a green environment in your kid’s room, you should pick furniture pieces made of eco-friendly materials. Bamboo and recycled wood are excellent solutions. If you have old furniture around the house, you can use it to make you a bed out of it, or at least a chair or a nightstand. This is not just a frugal approach to decorate, but also a green way to make a fresher, ingenious bedroom for your child.

Cheerful décor

Kids love playful, colorful and cheerful decorations. They want their rooms to look appealing and fun too, not just comfortable. Make their space appear stimulating. Hang paintings on the walls, incorporate fluffy pillows and cushions, and add as much color as possible while at the same time protecting their health. Since kids can’t stay organized, it might be a good idea to organize their rooms accordingly. Shelves, bookcases, and hidden storage spaces are excellent ideas. This way their toys won’t create chaos, and they’ll have plenty of room for other activities.

Last but not least, you should definitely invite them to pitch in their own ideas. Allow them to take part in the designing project. Ask them what they want and work together to create the most appealing and comfortable space. For an added touch of freshness, place seasonal flower pots by the window. Don’t forget about lighting and window treatments. LED lighting and interesting curtains with funky designs should also be a priority.

There you have it! An eco-friendly room for your children; it looks fresh, welcoming and organized. Use your imagination to build an amazing space, and think about the health of your kids by incorporating green materials and green-like concepts.