It seems to be the season of babies and everywhere you look someone it announcing their growing family. If you are one of these families, you are probably already aware of the many preparations you must make before the baby gets here. One of the most important preparations to handle is finishing the baby?s room, or their nursery. These tips will help you design the best nursery.
Choose a gender neutral design
Many couples wait until they have a gender to paint and design the nursery. The problem with this plan, however, is that it does not give you as much time to design. With only a couple of months left until the baby gets here, you can end up feeling rushed to complete the nursery in time. Additionally, the mother might get more tired and it can be more difficult to move around in the last couple of months of the pregnancy. Try to get the design out of the way, as soon as possible. Additionally, in a 2017 interior design trends survey, more than a third of respondents said they would choose a neutral color palette if redecorating their home.
Remember the parent?s comfort too
You are probably considering and researching the best furniture products for your new baby. You want to choose a crib that they will be comfortable in. You want to make sure there is crib safe paint on it. But, don?t forget about mom?s comfort too. Both parents will spend a lot of time in the nursery, so choosing chairs and couches that are comfortable is also important. You will appreciate it after a long night of nursing the baby.
Remember safety is a priority
While you want the nursery to look nice, you also want it to be safe for your new baby. Once the baby gets a little older, you want something that is baby proofed. You also want to make sure you are using the best paint for baby cribs and the walls in the nursery. Baby room safe paint does not contain the same harsh ingredients that other paints do. You can still get a gloss varnish for a carefully designed room but without the harmful intoxicants.
Many people are not even aware of the harmful fumes in traditional paints. According to a report by CBC Marketplace, VOC levels over 500 ppb could cause problems for people with chemical sensitivities. Also, using products like gloss varnish in a nursery can have long lasting effects on the baby. According to Sweden?s Dampness in Buildings and Health study, among children with multiple allergic symptoms, PGE exposure nearly doubled the likelihood of developing allergic sensitivities to other allergens. Make sure you check the PGE levels on every paint item, including gloss varnish and even anti slip paint products.
Design with growth in mind
You don?t want to have to redesign the nursery every year or two. Instead, initially design it with growth in mind. Make sure the entire nursery is baby proof and that you have used anti slip paint. When the child begins learning to walk, you will find many anti slip paint uses. Also, don?t forget to cover all electrical outlets and remove any dangerous items in the room.
Babies are a lot of work, both in raising and preparing for them. One of the first preparations that you will make includes designing the perfect nursery for your new baby. Make sure you are designing something that will fit the baby for years. Also, be aware of harsh chemicals in many of the paints sold today. If you choose to use gloss varnish, make sure it has low chemical levels. Keep the parents comfort in mind and focus on creating a safe space for you and your new baby.