Nursery Planning Tips--Assess your Space
Posted by Kelly Kuch on Tue, May 05, 2009 @ 05:44 PM
1. Measure the room
Take the time to evaluate your space while imagining your dream nursery. Is your room big or small? Do you have large windows and small closets? Look at the reality of your space; its size and shape will determine what will work best in your room. Write down the dimensions, including the walls, windows, and height of the ceiling. Keep this information handy when you go shopping.
2. Check the Lighting
Make note of how the light changes in the room during different times of the day.Does the morning sun come through your nursery window, or is the room lacking in natural light? Your observation will help you decide the kind of window treatments to purchase as well as the colors to use in the room.
3. Layout the room in a grid
Sketch your nursery floor plan in a grid and note special details in the room. Start by making the crib the focal point of the nursery, and then determine where case pieces and other decorating accessories will be placed. Show your grid to a Baby's Dream retailer. This information will give the sales associates a clear visual of what you want to accomplish.
Use the Virtual Nursery Planner to play with your room layout.
Quick Tips:
- Avoid placing the crib under a window or in direct line with the doorway.Ideally, your crib should be placed on a sidewall. This will keep your baby from being awaken by the light shining through the window and away from the noise of the hallway.
- Keep in mind where the electrical outlets are. You may want to position a dresser near a wall outlet to conveniently plug in a lamp. To avoid small fingertips from being shocked, cover unused outlets with safety plugs.