Kids of today seem to own more and more games, clothes and toys than they ever did when we were children.
Couple this with the fact that houses are getting smaller, with less and less space available in them, and it’s no wonder that kids bedrooms can quickly become a haven to clutter and mess.
Getting the right wardrobe for your child’s room is a tricky business, as despite wanting something that has plenty of storage space, you also want it to look fun and exciting – something that will appeal to a child’s personality and imagination.
Let’s look at the exterior to begin with – if you want to wow! Your child, there are a number of wardrobes out there that are colourful and funky. These undoubtedly put the fun factor into kids rooms, and they’ll love using them and showing them off to their friends.
Alternatively you can go for a more traditional kids wardrobe, like one made from solid wood. Pine is always a good choice, and not only has a more substantial quality, but will also last longer in the sense that your child won’t think they’re ‘too old’ for it after only a few years (kids will often find the more colourful furniture babyish when they get to a certain age).
Then you need to think about the size of the wardrobe. Whether you’re looking for a two-door wardrobe or a larger one, try to get one that has a shelf as well as a rail. These offer a handy place to store toys, games and more.
There are also wardrobes that incorporate drawers. Again, you can use these to keep toys and games organised, as well as folded clothing like underwear and T-shirts (they also help free up space in a chest of drawers).
If you’re really pushed for space, try a combi wardrobe. These will feature hanging space, drawers and even an open area with shelves and a mirror. It’s a great place for girls to play with their hair but you could even keep a portable TV there.
After you’ve chosen the right wardrobe for your child, add a couple of co-ordinating pieces (like a bedside table and chest of drawers). You’ll soon find that you no longer have to tip toe around their bedroom and can actually see the carpet at last!