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Curtains in children's room
Create the right atmosphere with curtains in the children's room or playroom – in harmonious colors or playful patterns. The children's room is a space for experimenting, mixing and matching, and letting colors pop in a way that might not feel as natural in other parts of the home. Here, there should be room for both creativity and play, but also for peace and restful sleep. With the right curtains, you can frame the room, create a cozier feeling, and adjust the light for different times of the day.
Here we share inspiration and curtain tips to help you find the right ones for perhaps the most important room in your home.
Go for colour in the children's room
Is there anything more delightful than a colorful children's room brimming with joy? If strong colors feel challenging for larger interior details like curtains in a child's room, you can opt for softer and muted shades that add life without dominating. Instead, let smaller details such as pillows, toys, or art pick up the more intense colors, creating a balanced yet playful overall look. This way, the room feels vibrant and inspiring while maintaining a harmonious base tone.
Child-friendly curtain solutions
Curtains can sometimes feel a bit impractical in children's rooms, especially near small, curious, and dirty hands. In such cases, roman blinds can be an excellent choice. If you opt for a made-to-measure roman blind, it will be delivered with a ball chain that is safely away from the floor, as well as an additional device to secure the chain and increase child safety. Furthermore, roman blinds offer a clean and calm aesthetic that suits a child's room well, while also allowing you to easily adjust the light for different times of the day.
Lots of fabric, lots of feeling
Children's rooms should be cozy, soft, and inviting for both relaxation, sleep, and play. By using plenty of fabric – both in width and height – you create a warm and secure feeling in the room. Feel free to combine wall-to-wall curtains with other textile details such as a bed skirt, bed canopy, and soft throws for a truly snug children's room to enjoy, both day and night.
Curtains for both day and night
Combine sheer curtains with a discreet roller blind to get both beautiful light and good blackout in the children's room. You can draw the sheer curtains during the day when the sun is shining and you want to soften the light, while the roller blind helps with bedtime, night sleep, and afternoon naps.
You can also choose a more hotel-inspired solution with double layers of curtains: a thin, sheer layer for the day and a blackout layer that you draw when it's time to sleep.
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Common questions about curtains in children's rooms
How do I black out the children's room in the summer when it's bright outside?
Good blackout in the children's room in summer can make a big difference, especially for small children who also sleep during the day. For the best effect, you can combine blackout curtains with a blackout blind, and make sure to minimize light leakage from the sides where light often seeps in. Curtains hung wall-to-wall and roller blinds wider than the window are simple ways to achieve extra blackout.
Which curtains are best for a child's room?
In a child's room, curtains that combine feel and function are suitable. You can be creative with colour or playful patterns, and opt for plenty of fabric in both height and width for a soft, cosy feel. Also consider the needs of the room – if you want to block out the sun, darken the room for bedtime, or both, a double layer of curtains (sheer + blackout) can be a smart choice.
What are practical curtains for a playroom?
In a playroom, it's smart to choose curtains that can withstand a lot of play and are easy to keep clean. If you want curtain panels, you can opt for washable fabrics and complement them with curtain tiebacks, so you can easily pull the curtains aside when needed. Roman blinds are also a practical option as they are out of reach for small children, while still giving the room a cozy and inviting feel.
How do I create a safe and cozy feeling in the nursery with curtains?
For a safe and cozy feeling in the children's room, you can opt for plenty of fabric in both height and width, which creates a soft and embracing impression. Feel free to complement with other textiles in matching or harmonious materials, such as a bed skirt or canopy, for an extra warm feeling and a beautiful overall look in the room.
Can curtains help improve the acoustics in a child's room?
Yes, curtains can contribute to better acoustics in a child's room, especially if you choose thicker fabrics like blackout curtains. Plenty of fabric helps to dampen sound and reduce echo, which can make the room calmer and more pleasant for both play and rest.