What do you prefer in the bedroom sheer or thicker curtains?

hmm

I can't decide. I've been going back and forth all day, here's why. We have a streetlight somewhere near our house that makes it just a bit lighter than I'd like at night, but the sheer are nice too, and possibly better for summer? Do you think heavy curtains in a bedroom are weird? Ugh.
Also the thicker ones I like drape a bit on the ground, which I think looks romantic. :-)
Yea my goal is to get rid of my blinds, I hate them. I guess I will go with the thicker, good point on the peeping toms! LOL Although my grandma always say it's a free show if anyone feels so inclined! She's a trip.

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We've gone with double-rod curtains in all our bedrooms. We put sheers or linen curtains (something that lets in a lot of light) on the rod closest to the window. Then full-length, dark colored curtains on the second rod. Get something that, texturally, complements the feel of the room. So with our kids' room, we went with denim for example. Then you can tie back the dark curtains during the day and leave the sheers, and then close them at night to block the light. Best of both worlds.

Peace to you.

Ideas for kids bedrooms?

NeedAdvice

We just built a new house and we are getting ready to move in. I am wondering if anybody has ideas for themes for their rooms/ decorating ideas??

I have 6 kids so its alot to think about.

a boy age 9, a boy age 7, two girls both 5, and two more boys both 3.

one of the youngest boys i am already doing a jungle theme but i am stuck on all the other rooms.

any advice??

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Jungle theme is so common, don't you think? I mean, no offense.
Make sure to include things the kids like.

For the oldest boy, do something simple but include things like hobbies. Remember, he's going to grow up quick and before you know it, he'll be in middle school, interested in other stuff. Pick colors he likes. Black or wood furniture sounds good to me. For decorations you could do posters of things he likes, such as video games.

For the 7 year old... I suggest cars. I think there's lots of things that you could find that have to do with that. For colors, cars mostly remind me of red, royal blue, and gold. I like the idea of red walls.

It depends if the girls are sharing a room or not. If they are not. Green and purple sounds nice. It would be nice if you did a sort of inverse thing. Like color one girl's walls purple and the other's green, one girl's curtains green and the other purple. Things like that. White furniture would look nice.

For the 3 year old, do a dinousar theme. Colors: green and red. I don't have many suggestions for this one.

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decorating kids bedroom & bathroom?

Melissa F

My boyfriend and I don't have his kids stay with us very often so when they do all 4 of them stay in the same bedroom. We haev two sets of bunk beds. The room isn't that big but I would like to set it up so that it is more appealing & more useful to the kids. (2 boys and 2 girls ages 5-10). The room is white.
Bathroom attached is yellow and I have started a fish theme.
Anyone got any advice as to how to make this work for the kids?

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Don't go crazy! The day will come when they are not little anymore, and you don't want major remodeling. In the bathroom, get a shower curtain with fish on it, or a beach scene. You could find a toilet seat with a similar theme. Also a little waste basket, even a clothes hamper to match. These would not cost a fortune, and would be easy to replace as people age. If you have a window, you could get some fish or ocean curtains too. Maybe even a few no slip stick ons of fish in the tub, that could eventually be removed. If you got everything, I think you would still be under $200. 00. Try a place like Bed, bath, and beyond. They have a lot of this stuff, plus they always have discount coupons floating around. You could paint the bedroom an aqua color. Again you could get some fish or beach sheets, and curtains. Again you are not talking about a fortune. Maybe you could find a nice poster or print for the wall. Good Luck!

What do you prefer in the bedroom sheer or thicker curtains?

hmm

I can't decide. I've been going back and forth all day, here's why. We have a streetlight somewhere near our house that makes it just a bit lighter than I'd like at night, but the sheer are nice too, and possibly better for summer? Do you think heavy curtains in a bedroom are weird? Ugh.
Also the thicker ones I like drape a bit on the ground, which I think looks romantic. :-)
Yea my goal is to get rid of my blinds, I hate them. I guess I will go with the thicker, good point on the peeping toms! LOL Although my grandma always say it's a free show if anyone feels so inclined! She's a trip.

Answer
We've gone with double-rod curtains in all our bedrooms. We put sheers or linen curtains (something that lets in a lot of light) on the rod closest to the window. Then full-length, dark colored curtains on the second rod. Get something that, texturally, complements the feel of the room. So with our kids' room, we went with denim for example. Then you can tie back the dark curtains during the day and leave the sheers, and then close them at night to block the light. Best of both worlds.

Peace to you.

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How can I make my bedroom look more mature?

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Q. I'm gonna be 16 in a few days and I keep thinking my bedroom looks really childish. How can I make it look more mature? My walls are light yellow and the furniture is cream with wood accents. I love the bedrooms in Pottery Barn (but not PB teens!)
Unfortunately I'm not allowed to buy new furniture or paint/wallpaper my walls...

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It's not the wall color or the furniture - it's the accents. First check out some design magazines for ideas, then look into new fabrics for curtains, bedspreads and throw pillows. Put the kid clutter (your sentimental stuff) into storage bins or decorated boxes (you can make your own by covering lidded boxes with wallpaper or contact paper) and put a plant in your room. A throw rug and chair can create an "adult" sitting area in your room.

Quitting and trying to get rid of smoke smell, but I can't smell it?

Weakest

Before you tell me to quit smoking, well I am. However, I just stopped smoking about a week ago. I only smoked in my bedroom, and usually a good cleaning got rid of the smell for me. The problem is that probably due to my smoking, I can't really tell if it stinks or not. I know non-smokers can telll as soon as they walk in but I have no one to ask at the moment and I want to make sure it doesn't smell before my parents come to visit this weekend. I have 3 electrical air freshners that have been on for 2 days, cleaned and vaccumed with at least 3 different products but I think I might smell it because I'm on the patch and I feel sick after being in my room for too long. How to tell?

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Make sure you wash all your bedding plus pillows. Also wash your curtains and you may have to wash down your walls and bedroom furniture and tv and nearly everything in your bedroom. Sorry but that`s what I had to do + the carpeting shampooed. Its a job but if you want to delete the cig smell this is what you have to do. Don`t kid yourself its traveled through your other part of the house too including your closet. I quit nearly 1 year ago and really had a cleaning job on my hands. Good Luck to you and congrats! on quitting...Keep your windows open and if you have a room purifier run that too it helps and febreeze is good!!!!

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A nightlight keeps causing fires in my young childrens' bedroom, how can I stop this problem?

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Any good sites for bedroom curtains ideas and inspiration?

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Forget wha

My sister needs some curtains for her bedroom but we dont want just basic ones any sites that have pixs r ideas about bedroom curtains she is not a kid or a young teen so for someone between 18-25 years old thanks

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A nightlight keeps causing fires in my young childrens' bedroom, how can I stop this problem?

Ram

I have put out three small fires caused by a nightlight I built for my kids' bedroom. Luckily I was still awake and able to put them out in time. Is it a problem with the wiring maybe, or just the heat emanating from the bulb? Or possibly from the curtains above the light catching?

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I think you are the problem.

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Any good sites for bedroom curtains ideas and inspiration?

kids bedroom curtains image

Forget wha

My sister needs some curtains for her bedroom but we dont want just basic ones any sites that have pixs r ideas about bedroom curtains she is not a kid or a young teen so for someone between 18-25 years old thanks

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JC Penny

A nightlight keeps causing fires in my young childrens' bedroom, how can I stop this problem?

Ram

I have put out three small fires caused by a nightlight I built for my kids' bedroom. Luckily I was still awake and able to put them out in time. Is it a problem with the wiring maybe, or just the heat emanating from the bulb? Or possibly from the curtains above the light catching?

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I think you are the problem.

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How can I make my bedroom look more mature?

Q. I'm gonna be 16 in a few days and I keep thinking my bedroom looks really childish. How can I make it look more mature? My walls are light yellow and the furniture is cream with wood accents. I love the bedrooms in Pottery Barn (but not PB teens!)
Unfortunately I'm not allowed to buy new furniture or paint/wallpaper my walls...

A. It's not the wall color or the furniture - it's the accents. First check out some design magazines for ideas, then look into new fabrics for curtains, bedspreads and throw pillows. Put the kid clutter (your sentimental stuff) into storage bins or decorated boxes (you can make your own by covering lidded boxes with wallpaper or contact paper) and put a plant in your room. A throw rug and chair can create an "adult" sitting area in your room.

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Quitting and trying to get rid of smoke smell, but I can't smell it?

Q. Before you tell me to quit smoking, well I am. However, I just stopped smoking about a week ago. I only smoked in my bedroom, and usually a good cleaning got rid of the smell for me. The problem is that probably due to my smoking, I can't really tell if it stinks or not. I know non-smokers can telll as soon as they walk in but I have no one to ask at the moment and I want to make sure it doesn't smell before my parents come to visit this weekend. I have 3 electrical air freshners that have been on for 2 days, cleaned and vaccumed with at least 3 different products but I think I might smell it because I'm on the patch and I feel sick after being in my room for too long. How to tell?

A. Make sure you wash all your bedding plus pillows. Also wash your curtains and you may have to wash down your walls and bedroom furniture and tv and nearly everything in your bedroom. Sorry but that`s what I had to do + the carpeting shampooed. Its a job but if you want to delete the cig smell this is what you have to do. Don`t kid yourself its traveled through your other part of the house too including your closet. I quit nearly 1 year ago and really had a cleaning job on my hands. Good Luck to you and congrats! on quitting...Keep your windows open and if you have a room purifier run that too it helps and febreeze is good!!!!

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how can i turn my garage into my bedroom?

Q. i need help im turning my garage into my bedroom and i cant do anything fancy because im still a kid so i need tips.my garage is soooooooooo dark and scary and it has a lot of things that we cant get rid of and we dont know where to put them in so help!

A. I agree with storing the items that need to stay in the garage behind either a wall divider or putting up curtains or drapes to hide those items (can help to lighten up the room). Make sure the garage door has a seal around it (keep cooler in summer, warmer in winter). Curtains hung across the garage door will hide the fact it is a garage but they need to clear the door when opened, in case access to the garage is needed. Carpeting or room size rug is a must - it creates warmth and a cozy atmosphere.

The finished walls should be painted a light color to brighten up the space. You do not mention whether or not there are any windows. I would have sheers to let in light but have a shade for privacy that can be opened and closed as needed. Is there an overhead light fixture? That is something inexpensive for the family to replace and create a warmer atmosphere.

I would put the bed against the wall connected to the house. Make sure there is a lamp for reading (three-way gives you variety of lighting) Draw up a floor plan and show it to your family. They may be able to offer suggestions for the final result.

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What is a good website (or ideas)to get ideas and how-tos on redoing a kids bedroom with stuff you already own?

Q. I have three little girls and am redoing their rooms. I need ideas on how to take things we already have and use them in a new light. Or, if you know a good website...that would be great too!

A. ASk them what colors they like in each room and what is there favorite toy or animal what hey are into and you can get there old clothes and make pillows, add a favor it shirt or outfit sewn on the bed spread pain their furniture. Sheets make great curtains and can cover and old chair, top of a toy box. with 2 sided tape you can take that cute animal or character cut it out of the okd sheet or pajama add it to the wall. 2 sided tapethey have fabric glue or tape for material. Some old wooden toys can be screwed to a board and made a jama hanger or coat.
Look at HGTV.com

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What did a typical bedroom look like in 1947?

Q. Wallpaper, curtains, furniture, ornaments and accessories, pictures on walls?

A. I would have been 3 then so around then I shared a bedroom with my sister and it was very plain, two kids beds, a stand for a lamp a throw rug in the center, toys in the corner. When I finally got my own room about 1951 and up to the time I left home what was in my bedroom was a bed with a chenille bedspread and the bed had hard wood dark colored headboard and four posts. I had a dressing table (one circular mirror and a table in front of it of dark hard ornate wood and a sitting stool). There was a lamp and table for that lamp with a door that opened and it had two shelves. I had a wall to wall wool rug that had large flowers on it. The window dressings were flouncy white see thru material with ruffles and tiebacks. There was a light (2 bulbs in it) with blue misted ornate covering in the center of the ceiling. That's all except that I had an angel picture I attached to the closet door and a picture of Jesus. Years later I had a simple wrought iron book stand.

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How can I make my bedroom look more mature?

Q. I'm gonna be 16 in a few days and I keep thinking my bedroom looks really childish. How can I make it look more mature? My walls are light yellow and the furniture is cream with wood accents. I love the bedrooms in Pottery Barn (but not PB teens!)
Unfortunately I'm not allowed to buy new furniture or paint/wallpaper my walls...

A. It's not the wall color or the furniture - it's the accents. First check out some design magazines for ideas, then look into new fabrics for curtains, bedspreads and throw pillows. Put the kid clutter (your sentimental stuff) into storage bins or decorated boxes (you can make your own by covering lidded boxes with wallpaper or contact paper) and put a plant in your room. A throw rug and chair can create an "adult" sitting area in your room.

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Quitting and trying to get rid of smoke smell, but I can't smell it?

Q. Before you tell me to quit smoking, well I am. However, I just stopped smoking about a week ago. I only smoked in my bedroom, and usually a good cleaning got rid of the smell for me. The problem is that probably due to my smoking, I can't really tell if it stinks or not. I know non-smokers can telll as soon as they walk in but I have no one to ask at the moment and I want to make sure it doesn't smell before my parents come to visit this weekend. I have 3 electrical air freshners that have been on for 2 days, cleaned and vaccumed with at least 3 different products but I think I might smell it because I'm on the patch and I feel sick after being in my room for too long. How to tell?

A. Make sure you wash all your bedding plus pillows. Also wash your curtains and you may have to wash down your walls and bedroom furniture and tv and nearly everything in your bedroom. Sorry but that`s what I had to do + the carpeting shampooed. Its a job but if you want to delete the cig smell this is what you have to do. Don`t kid yourself its traveled through your other part of the house too including your closet. I quit nearly 1 year ago and really had a cleaning job on my hands. Good Luck to you and congrats! on quitting...Keep your windows open and if you have a room purifier run that too it helps and febreeze is good!!!!

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how can i turn my garage into my bedroom?

Q. i need help im turning my garage into my bedroom and i cant do anything fancy because im still a kid so i need tips.my garage is soooooooooo dark and scary and it has a lot of things that we cant get rid of and we dont know where to put them in so help!

A. I agree with storing the items that need to stay in the garage behind either a wall divider or putting up curtains or drapes to hide those items (can help to lighten up the room). Make sure the garage door has a seal around it (keep cooler in summer, warmer in winter). Curtains hung across the garage door will hide the fact it is a garage but they need to clear the door when opened, in case access to the garage is needed. Carpeting or room size rug is a must - it creates warmth and a cozy atmosphere.

The finished walls should be painted a light color to brighten up the space. You do not mention whether or not there are any windows. I would have sheers to let in light but have a shade for privacy that can be opened and closed as needed. Is there an overhead light fixture? That is something inexpensive for the family to replace and create a warmer atmosphere.

I would put the bed against the wall connected to the house. Make sure there is a lamp for reading (three-way gives you variety of lighting) Draw up a floor plan and show it to your family. They may be able to offer suggestions for the final result.

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