If you are in the wonderful position of having a baby nursery to design, it’s important to choose window treatments that will not only make your baby’s first room a cozy and imaginative space, but one that will be comfortable and practical too.
Your baby’s nursery will certainly get much use over the coming years and is worthy of the thought and investment put into its décor.
Nursery Window Treatment Dos
Do choose a treatment that allows you to control the amount of light coming into the room, as it will help your baby sleep longer and more comfortably. Controlling light will also help keep the room from becoming too hot or cold.
Do carry out the same window treatment for all the windows in the room for a cohesive look.
Do consider going green. Using materials that are sustainable and renewable like wood is a nice way to ensure a better future for your little one.
Do think about maneuverability. Because you will likely be holding your baby in one arm, you’ll be glad you chose window treatments that are quick and easy to adjust. Some can even be controlled with a remote.
Do think about how your baby will grow into a toddler and child before too long. Your window treatments should be durable enough to last, but also able to last as the rest of the room décor evolves.
Window Treatment Don’ts
Don’t choose window treatments that have small moveable parts or cords that are within a small child’s reach. Shutters have no cords, so they’re great for child nurseries. You’ll also want to stay away from window treatments requiring tension rods that can easily be pulled down.
Don’t leave window treatments as an afterthought. Consider them the main part of your room’s décor, as they can pull the entire room together.
Think Shutters
Shutters may not be the first option that comes to mind when designing your nursery room, but they are a perfect choice, fitting all the dos and don’ts above. And, they possess some extra benefits as well.
Becoming part of your architecture, shutters raise the value of your home. They are timeless, and fit in any décor, from contemporary to traditional. Their energy-efficient qualities will help save you money over time. In addition, the permanence of shutters, once professionally installed, will provide years of use.
Becoming a parent is one of life’s most remarkable experiences. Creating a space that will be stylish, cheerful, and well thought out will help ensure many lasting memories will grow there.