Decorating your child’s bedroom or playroom can be a fun project. Window treatments should be a big consideration when it comes to that design. 

Not only is functionality and privacy important, but safety is key, especially for young children. Here is what to consider, plus our top picks for window coverings in kids’ bedrooms and playrooms.

What to Consider

There are a few elements that you should take into consideration when selecting window treatments for your child’s room. 

Safety: Ensuring your child’s safety is your top priority and should be the first thing you consider in a window treatment. Cords can pose a serious strangulation hazard, and if there is a bead at the end of the cord, it can also be a choking hazard. Going cordless can help minimize risk of strangulation or choking. For other window treatments, such as shutters, adding a child lock can prevent young children from getting hurt while trying to swing open the window treatment. 

Light Control & Privacy: In a bedroom, light control and privacy are important for developing a consistent sleep pattern. Room darkening or blackout material lining on a shade can provide the perfect napping environment for young children. It also makes these window coverings ideal for privacy. 

Maintenance and Durability: Kids can be messy and hard on their belongings. Selecting window coverings that are durable and made from high quality materials will help you keep your window treatment around for longer. Custom made window treatments are made from higher quality materials that will last longer and stand up to just about anything your child does. It’s also important to select a material that is easy to clean with soap and water, so pay attention to fabrics if you are choosing a soft treatment. For hard treatments, opt for faux wood, which can be submerged in water for a deep clean. 

Cordless Cellular Shades

Cellular shades are a great choice for your entire home, including your child’s bedroom or playroom. The cords are fully contained inside the shade, making them a very safe option. Cellular shades can help keep your kid’s room more comfortable due to its energy saving design that traps hot and cold air. Select from a variety of colors for the perfect match to your decor or add on a room darkening or blackout lining to make this the perfect window treatment for daytime naps. 

Cordless Shades

There are so many different shade styles to choose from, including the sleek and modern cordless roller shade as well as the more traditional cordless roman shade. These shades come in a variety of patterns and colors and also offer room darkening and blackout lining options. Be sure to choose an option that has the cords fully encased in the shade material for optimal safety. 

Cordless Faux Wood Blinds

Cordless blinds are a good option for older children. They provide full light control and privacy without long cords that pose a strangulation hazard. Faux wood blinds are also extremely easy to clean with mild soap and water. You can even soak them in your bathtub for a deep clean. The faux wood look gives you all the appeal of wood without all of the maintenance and possibility for staining, warping, or snapping under eager small fingers. 

Faux Wood Shutters with Locks

Just like faux wood cordless blinds, faux wood shutters offer full light control and privacy. For added safety with young children, add on child safety locks to keep your youngster from swinging open the panels and possibly getting hurt. The faux wood allows for easy cleaning with mild soap and water and the treatment provides tons of curb appeal if your child’s room faces to the front of your house. 

Custom Lasts Longer!

Custom window coverings are made to last! They are constructed from high quality materials and offer more options than what you can find on the shelves of big box stores. Elevated Views knows that safety, durability, easy maintenance, as well as budget, are top considerations for the windows in your child’s room. Schedule a free in-home consultation and we’ll bring the showroom to you!

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