Decorating Kids Bedrooms

by Giorgina Devereaux

Choose a Theme

Since kids tend to go from one fad to the next, try to keep this in mind before settling on a decorative theme.  Some themes include trucks, trains, super heroes, race cars, a princess, a fairy, and animals.  

Consider keeping the theme broad in case your kid is loses interest in that specific character.  For instance, if you want to use specific character themed items, display items that can easily be changed like a lamp or a poster.
 

Add Color with Paint

One of the best ways to transform when decorating kids bedrooms is through the use of paint. 

Color has the power to change the mood of the whole room. 
 

You can also accent the bedroom walls by applying borders and wallies, stenciling a design on the wall, or painting a wall mural. 

For detailed ideas on color, be sure to check out Home Decorating Colors elsewhere on this site.

Kids Bedroom Furniture

Beds

Having a comfortable bed is important, but what about having the best of both worlds – a comfortable bed that is visually appealing?  There is no shortage of beds to suit your kid’s taste, and they come in different styles, colors, finishes, and sizes.

Bed:  If you prefer a simple style for a bed, then perhaps consider a twin size bed.  The bed frames are available in wood and metal.
 

Bed with a Chest of Drawers:  This type of bed features a couple of drawers on the bottom, which provides additional storage.  Some of these beds also feature a headboard that has built in shelves perfect for storing or displaying small items. 
 

Bunk Bed:  Bunk beds are available in different themes when decorating kids bedrooms, such as, nautical and princess.

You can choose from the traditional bunk beds, with some having drawers on the bottom.

The ultimate space saver is bunk beds that feature a loft upstairs and a desk on the bottom. 

Other bunk beds feature a bed on the bottom, with a bookshelf, a cork board, an adjacent desk, and a loft upstairs.  

Other Bedroom Furniture

Armoire:  An armoire is a great place to store additional clothes and looks stylish.  Some feature two doors and five drawers while others have three adjustable shelves, extra storage space for clothes, a roomy drawer, and a mirror on the doors.

Book Shelf:  A fabulous way to store a treasured collection of books when decorating kids bedrooms is by having a book shelf in your kid’s bedroom.  Bookshelves come in different sizes (height and width), colors, and finishes. 

Coat Rack:  If you are pressed for space in the closet, you may want to consider a kids coat rack. 

They come in a pink, white, wood finish, and in the following themes: butterfly, Noah’s ark, safari, little farmhouse, tea party, baseball, and a firefighter theme complete with a fireman’s hat and Dalmatian puppy. 

Computer Desk and Chair:  A desk is the perfect addition when decorating kids bedrooms because it gives your kid a designated area to study, read, and work on the computer. 

Some computer desks feature a keyboard tray, room for a flat screen monitor up to 19 inches, a hidden compartment that has a sliding door under the desktop for pencils, markers, and other writing materials. 

You can find computer desks that are specifically a corner desk, which saves space or the traditional ones that back up against the wall. 

They also feature a hutch that has shelf space, a couple of small drawers, and an area for a cork board. 

Chairs come in different styles, with or without wheels, and some have an ergonomic feature for superior lumbar support.

Dresser: There are many dressers to choose from when decorating kids bedrooms.  Some come with 4 or 6 spacious drawers, detailed knobs, and in varying heights and widths.  The area on top of the dresser is great for displaying small items, such as pictures and other necessities.

Nightstand:  These are available with one or two drawers, with some having a shelf. 

You can also find them in different finishes. 

It’s a great place to store small things, along with having a place to put an alarm clock.

Play House:  A fabulous way to bring excitement into your kid’s bedroom is by having a play house. 

You can find play houses in different styles, colors, and finishes.

Rocking Chair:  Including a rocking chair in your kid’s bedroom will add a touch of beauty while giving your little one a place to comfortably sit and read a book as well as a place to have fun rocking back and forth. 
 

There is a colorful selection to choose from when decorating kids bedrooms that is available in the following themes:

• Airplane

• All Star Sports

• Alphabet Soup

• Artist’s Rocker

• Barn to Rock

• Carousel Rocking Horse

• Circus

• Farm House

• Fire Truck

• Heroes Rock Rocker

• Little Hero

• Major League Baseball (team of your choice)

• Motorcycle

• Musical

• Noah’s Ark

• Pirate

• Prima Ballerina Rocker

• Prince Royal Rocker

• Princess

• Race Car

• Rock-A-My-Baby Rocker

• Rock of Ages Bible Rocker

• Safari

• Schoolhouse

• Sunflower

• Time to Read Rocker

• Train

Step Stool:  A step stool is the perfect way to put things within reach of your little ones. 

There are different ones to choose from, in different colors, with some having a cushioned pad for comfortable kneeling and a storage compartment.
 

Here are some step stool themes that are available when decorating kids bedrooms:

• Boy Prayer Stool
• Butterfly
• Fire Truck
• Girl Prayer Stool
• Little Surfer
• Major League Baseball (team of your choice)
• Raggedy Anne and Andy Storage Stool
• Toad
• Train

Table & Chair Set:  Give your kids a place to spread out and engage in fun art activities with a table and chair set. 

You can find these sets in different colors and themes.  The set comes with one table and two chairs. 

It’s a fun way to add color to your kid’s bedroom.

Some themes include:

• All Star Sports
• Firefighter
• Heart
• Little Farm House
• Moon and Stars
• Princess
• Rock-A-My-Baby
• Star

Toy Chest:  A toy chest helps with keeping toys tucked away and tidy. 

Some feature a cushion on top that serves as a sitting area and a slow closing metal safety hinge.

You can find toy chests in the following themes when decorating kids bedrooms:

• Alphabet Soup
• Butterfly
• Farm House
• Firefighter
• Musical
• Nantucket
• Pirate
• Prince
• Princess

Vanity:  This will make your little one feel like a princess. 

Vanities come with a mirror and are available in different colors, along with some featuring decorative motifs, such as crowns and hearts. 

You can also find some that have one or two drawers, which provides additional storage space for hair accessories and lip gloss. 

It makes a lovely furniture accent.

Bedding:  With bedding, you have many different colors, designs, and themes to choose from. 

You can opt for a bedding ensemble, which simplifies things since it provides you with a matching set of everything or you can mix and match by selecting your own comforter and sheet set.

Also, consider dressing up the bed with a lovely set of pillows for that extra touch.

Rug/Activity Mat:  A rug will look fabulous in your kid’s bedroom since rugs add color and warmth. 

There are many colorful rugs to choose from that are available in solid colors as well as different designs.

An activity mat consists of soft and stylish foam tiles that can be configured any way you want.  It serves as a comfortable area for your little one to play and will add a splash of color to the bedroom.

Lighting:  Adequate lighting is important, especially in the bedroom. 

There are many decorative table lamps, floor lamps, and ceiling fixtures to choose from. 

Some themes include:

• Airplane
• Bulldozer
• Children’s Carousel
• Choo Choo Train
• Fancy Shoes
• Fish
• Frogs
• Garden Bunny
• Rocket Ship
• Sky and Clouds

Window Treatments:  Consider dressing up those bare windows with window treatments that color coordinate with the rest of the decor in the bedroom. 

Adding window treatments is a quick and inexpensive way to add color to a bedroom. 

There are different fabrics to select from, such as, polyester, cotton, canvas, rayon, chiffon, and holographic stretch velvet. 

You can opt to only incorporate a valance or a valance and panels. 

To further accent the windows, you may want to consider using curtain rods that feature decorative finials, such as, flowers, beads, butterflies, football, soccer, dump truck, and baseball.