subject: How To Prepare The Nursery For Your Baby [print this page] Creating a nursery is an exciting adventure for parents. Although the enjoyment can't be doubted, any kind of decorating work can also be mind-boggling especially for neophyte decorators, for nursery rooms at that. Add to the confusion the countless varieties of baby stuff everywhere. Deciding on only one piece for each baby essential can be a hike up the mountain instead of a walk in the park. With this in mind, the following decorating ideas will help ease your worries.
The bedroom's focal point is the bed. In a nursery's case, the centerpiece is the crib. Choose a crib that is not only made of sturdy and safe materials but one that tickles your fancy. If you like a particular design or color, go for it. Same goes with the other furnishings such as a rocking chair or an oversized chair. Take your time in scouting for the items that look good in your eyes. The more you're inclined to the nursery's furnishings, then the lesser you will fret about the lack of warmth, appeal and the like.
Normally, furniture comes in at least four different colors. One of the most fun things about decorating a baby's room is picking the bedding. The finish of the furniture will help you decide on what color of bedding you should use. For darker woods, like cherry and cognac, choose deep and rich colors. Lighter woods look better with pastel and bright colored material. In addition to meeting your baby's sleeping needs remember that all parents need a rocking chair. This should be the next must have item on your list. You will typically have a choice of leather or fabric and whether it glides or rocks. Try to find one that will match the furnishings you have picked.
If you want to go beyond the clean look of a white or neutral-colored nursery, you can paint the walls a more vivid color. Wallpapering is an option. Some prefer dark shades for the intimate, cozy appeal whereas others go for bright tones for the vibrant look. Light colors make a space look bigger as opposed to dark colors that make a room less spacious. If you want to custom-made the nursery as early as the first few months of your baby, you can have artworks painted or trimmed on the walls, or murals done for a more animated ambiance. Such designs are worth keeping for years to come.
Don't forget an area rug to complete the decorating work. A single rug in the center of the room can instantly make the space look more inviting and complete. Without it, there will always be something lacking. Swaying your baby in your arms as you put the little one to sleep will be a relief to your feet with a soft rug as floor covering. As your baby starts to crawl and eventually play on his/her own, an area rug is a comfortable cushion from the hard or cold floor. Lastly, an area rug in a matching color or design, makes for a very well-designed nursery. It just polishes the look of the entire space.
