Making A House A Home

If you plan on redecorating your house, redoing your child's room may take a little bit of consideration and forethought. Choosing the most suitable curtains for your little one's room does not have to be a challenge, however. Take your time to carefully a few crucial factors, such as safety, age, gender and preferences, and you should do fine. Because there are a few "rights" and "wrongs" of choosing the perfect window treatment for your child's room, you might appreciate a little guideline. Here are a few "dos and don'ts" to consider:

1. DO Place on Emphasis on the Importance of Length of the Curtains

Before you ponder designs and color choices, consider the length of your child's room curtains. In the case of a kids' room, size does matter. Very young children may trip over floor length curtains. In addition, some kids enjoy hiding behind the longer length material. If you have an older child, this may not be so much of an issue. In most cases, however, a winder length shorter style is most suitable for a child's bedroom.

2. DON'T Forget to Include Your Child in the Decision Making

Even the very young have distinctive tastes and preferences for what is desirable in their living space. Once a child is old enough to communicate, he or she should have a say in the matter, regarding the style and design of the curtains. Of course a parent will need to have the final decision and show good judgment, but allowing your child to participate in the curtain buying decision will help him or her develop independent thinking.

3. DO Remember That Safety Comes First

If you are decorating a toddler's bedroom, be especially mindful of safety. Curtains should not have adornments that may easily be pulled off or become a choking hazard. Also, avoid any type of pull strings or cords that may become entangled around a little one's neck and pose a strangulation hazard. You should also avoid curtains that are made with lace eyelet trims and holes that little fingers may become tangled in. Most age appropriate curtains will be safe, although you need to double check just to be sure.

4. DON'T Forget to Consider Your Child's Own Preferences

Every child has his or her own unique likes and preferences. Consider this when choosing curtains for the bedroom. Is your child into cartoon characters or video games? Do you have a little boy that is intrigued by outer space? Perhaps your little girl loves fairy tales and princess environments. Parents know what their kids like, and with this mind, choosing a design should not be that difficult. If you're concerned about your child's changing tastes or with him or her outgrowing a particular theme, why not play it safe and choose curtains without a theme? Solid colors or patterns will work for either a boy's or a girl's room.

5. DO Let There Be Light

Some bedrooms do not receive much light during the day. If your child's room tends to be dim, you'll want the natural sunlight light to filter in through the curtains. In such a case, the material you choose should be lightweight and airy. Keep in mind, however, that lightweight curtains will not offer much insulation benefits, therefore they aren't the best choice for energy conservation.

Lightweight and airy curtains are not always the best choice for every situation. Older kids and teenagers will appreciate some privacy. If his or her bedroom window is adjacent to a busy street for example, you might want to consider heavier curtains that are more opaque rather than transparent. Blackout curtains will offer maximum privacy and conserve energy, although you may be compromising natural light which will be blocked out. Weigh the pros and cons of each and choose accordingly.

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