Paint is one of the cheapest ways to decorate a kid's room. This is your child's first opportunity to create a living space. Organizational tools can even help your kid keep their room clean. It's also a chance for you to use your imagination. The rest of your house might be neutral, so this is a time to pull out all of the decorating stops. You can use bright colors in a kid's room or go for fun themes.
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Find furniture that will grow with your child. Look for neutral furniture. If you are decorating a nursery, invest in a crib that can convert into a toddler bed. Find a changing table that will also work as a dresser later on. Keep the furniture in a wood tone so that it will work with different decorating styles. This way you can decorate your kid's room more often and for less money. You'll just have to repaint and replace accessories.
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Add in storage solutions. If your child's room is a mess, visitors won't even notice that it's decorated. A toy box can also double as a bench. Decorate your kid's room with lockers or cubbies. Place baskets on the bookshelves to hide away clutter. Find a cute laundry hamper so your kid won't throw their clothes on the floor.
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Remember that it's only paint. Paint is inexpensive and fairly easy to work with. If your child insists on a color that you don't like, have her help with the painting process. The child can earn money for the paint and even help you paint depending on his age. If an older child insists on a funky color, have him commit to repaint the room to the color of your choosing when he moves out.
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Spend less money on fads. Stick with more neutral themes for a kid's room. Your child can always add in trendy accessories such as lamps and posters that can be changed out for a few dollars. Pick up comforters in a solid color instead of a comforter with movie characters on it. Buy less expensive character throw pillows. Use the comforter again when the next decorating style comes along. Decorate a kid's room with neutral carpet or flooring so it will match any design style.
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Decorate the kid's room so it serves dual function. Your kid's room has to serve as a place to sleep, study, and entertain friends. Add in a small sofa or chair so your child's friends will have a place to sit, hang out, or play video games. If your child's room is short on space, look for a loft bed. This way your kid will still have usable square footage to put a desk.
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Learn to compromise with your child about decorating decisions. Your child may have unrealistic expectations when decorating her room. Set a budget and let her go shopping with you. Make decorating an opportunity to teach your child about money and frugal alternatives. Let your child pick one frivolous, small item so they don't feel deprived.
