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Ready for a 'tween room makeover? Chances are you and your child have some very different views on what's "in" and what's "out." Here are some tips to get you started:
- Begin by asking your child to describe their ultimate, dream bedroom. There are no rules at this point. This exercise will give you an idea of what they really like. You might be surprised by what you learn!
- Next, find ways to turn the fantasy into reality. For example, if they describe a room surrounded by a giant aquarium, brainstorm ways to incorporate their love of ocean life into the décor that don't require Scuba gear.
- Create a budget, share it with your child and stick to it. Be open about what you can spend and what things cost. If they are willing and able to chip in with their allowance or by taking on a few extra chores, let them do so.
- Spend more on items that will last, like furniture, and less on fleeting fads. Inexpensive accessories can satisfy their desire for pink glitter, sports team paraphernalia, popular characters or whatever else they're into right now.
- If they have their heart set on a wall color you can't imagine, consider these compromises: paint one wall, paint only the wall(s) you cannot see from the hallway, or paint the wall behind the headboard.
- Finally, don't insist on your idea of a dream room. After all, you wouldn't want a twelve-year-old to redesign your bedroom, would you?
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