Retro Style Kids Room Decoration Tips

Vibrant Colors

Generally, regardless of style, kids rooms are decorated with light and neutral colors. Because this color palette helps to calm down and promotes child relaxation.

However, it doesn't mean you have to use only white and beige. Pastel shades such as pink, blue, green and yellow, as well as light gray — are great color options for a retro kids room.

These pastel colors also characterize the Candy Flowers style, which was very popular in the 1950s. In other words, a great way to combine flower influences with retro style.

Handles

This tip is worth its weight in gold. You know that simple furniture, mostly white and often sold in department stores? If you have such furniture at home, you can simply update the look by replacing the handles.

You won't believe how much this detail changes everything. To do this, go to stores that sell woodworking and custom furniture items. There are hundreds of handle models, almost all of which are very affordable. Then just choose a retro model that best fits your child's room. This tip works for wardrobes, dressers or nightstands.

Wallpaper

Wallpaper inherently has a retro character. A success in the 70s, this type of covering can be used in kids rooms, adding color and style to the environment. In addition to classic prints like stripes, flowers and checkered patterns, you can also use wallpaper that matches the theme of furniture.

In fact, it's a practical, fast and inexpensive way to change the look of an area without major renovations.

Curtains and Rugs

Curtains and rugs are necessary in any room, but especially important in a retro kids room. Because both elements bring comfort to the room.

Curtains regulate light and help block outside noise, while a rug makes the room cozier, especially in winter.

However, avoid fabrics and materials that accumulate dust heavily to not risk your child's health. In this case, the best option is light fabrics for curtains and hypoallergenic rugs.

Retro Elements

Retro or vintage elements (if lucky) can and should be part of the kids room decor. Antique toys such as dolls and wooden wagons are among favorites. But depending on the theme, other objects like a typewriter, camera and suitcase can also be used.

Another element often used in retro kids rooms is the dome. Also known as a mosquito net, this item protects the crib from mosquitoes and adds very special charm to the room.

Lighting

Lighting is also an important point that requires parents' attention regardless of theme and style. Because lighting helps create comfort, and also significantly facilitates nighttime visits to the child. With a lamp or table lamp, parents no longer have to turn on main lighting and disturb the child's sleep.

So don't overlook additional lighting next to the bed. But be careful: don't use white light. The most suitable ones are yellow lamps, which are more cozy, or even blue lamps that promote sleep.

Safety and Comfort

We've already talked about comfort when mentioning the use of rugs and curtains. But that's not all. Comfort is also related to bedding, a good mattress and elements that create a feeling of coziness such as nightstands and floor cushions.

These elements are especially important when the child is already crawling or walking, so they can play more comfortably on the floor.

Safety is also critically important. Protect outlets with protective covers to avoid electric shock. It's also important to use corner guards on sharp edges of furniture.

Electrical cables should be hidden and placed out of children's reach. Also, pay attention to the crib. The bed should meet quality criteria approved by Inmetro, such as spacing between slats, so the child doesn't get stuck head or limbs.