Make the most of your child's bedroom.
Your child spends a lot of time in her room. From sleeping and homework to time with friends, a child's bedroom is a busy place. Space is often an issue in your child's room. You can make the most of the space you have by creating interactive spaces.
Double Duty Bed
You no longer have to decide on a bed for your child to sleep in or a couch for them to sit on. Purchasing a commercially made futon bunk bed at your local retail outlet can solve this issue. The futon bunk bed comes with a traditional futon-style couch on the bottom for your child to relax, watch television or study, while the upper bunk is a traditional bed. The versatility does not stop with the initial setup since the top bunk may be stripped of the mattress and used for added storage space. Lining the upper area with stylish storage boxes or even wooden crates is a good option for those lacking closet space.
Hideaways
Anyone who has ever stayed in a travel trailer has experienced the convenience of hideaway features. Fold-up beds, tables and benches make the small spaces seem much larger. Consider using these ideas in your child's bedroom.
Fold-up beds were a popular feature for 1960s and early 70s studio apartments. Consider using a fold-up spring-loaded bed that fits into a bedroom closet or flush to the wall. With a little carpentry work, you can add a fold-up desk to either the bottom of the fold-up bed or to the closet door that conceals the bed. Hinges attached to a simple sanded wooden board hung at the appropriate height makes a usable desk for any child.
Versatile Headboards
If you prefer a traditional bed for your child, you can turn the headboard into a versatile desk or shelf. Get out the carpentry tools and cut a square from the center of the headboard. Reattach to the original piece with hinges at the bottom and a turn latch at the top. When pulled down, this piece will become a work or computer desk or a reading/craft place for your child. Similarly, a footboard can also be cut to make a desk or table at the end of the bed. This idea requires a bit more space, but still offers a quick change space. For those choosing not to use the headboard with the bed, consider hanging the piece on the wall using the same cut out idea.
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