When a child comes into your life, many people think they have to trade in their tidy and fashionable living space for a more practical solution, but a balance between the two is possible. We'll tell you here how to get a stylish home with kids around.
Many children love to be creative and often create works of art that they give to their families. Instead of stashing these in a drawer, hang these unique pieces on the wall to inject some color.
If wood is common in your home, consider a darker shade, as this will hide scratches and stains. Rich colors like mahogany can look more refined, durable and easy to maintain.
Where a child is usually a trail of toys follows, so to keep your rooms tidy it's important to get creative with storage ideas. In your living room, use trendy poufs with storage space or use boxes to store toys under your child's bed.
There are many benefits to using wallpaper over paint, it can last longer and protect the underlying wall more. Using a patterned wallpaper can add character to any room, but with children around it can really help hide stains and fingerprints.
Microfiber and velvet are great options for living spaces and are easily washable and known for being durable and soft. Leather is also a good option if you like vintage styles, as spills and stains can be quickly removed.
Shabby-chic rugs are great for your entryway as they welcome visitors into your home, but they're also great for keeping dirt from muddy or wet shoes from being kicked around the house. If you've had enough of a glass table in your living room, why not replace it with a fabric ottoman and simply move fragile ornaments to higher shelves so they can be seen but not touched.
In exchange for treats or pocket money, let your children be involved in keeping their bedroom clean. If they've worked hard to preserve the house, they're more likely to be more careful, especially if they're getting something out of it!
