First things first, congratulations on your new arrival. This is a hugely exciting time for your new family. There will be times when you think you can’t do it. But you can. As a family-run business, we know how hard it can be. You are not alone, and you will get through this. Plus – there is so much excitement to come, like getting the baby’s nursery ready. In this blog, we share how to choose nursery flooring.
It’s a good idea to write down what you will need to create your nursery. This will include the crib, shelving, baby change table, chest of drawers and more. You also need to think of colours in the room. This includes the flooring for the nursery, as well as the curtains and the walls.
When it comes to the flooring in your nursery there are a few things you need to consider. We can talk through these when you pop into our flooring showroom in Peterborough. In the meantime, here are some things you can think about before you come in.
Health
The health of your newborn is extremely important. The last thing you want is a floor that traps dirt and allergens such as carpet. If you choose carpet, it can require constant cleaning to keep it safe for your baby. This isn’t always easy when you have young children. You may also wish to consider flooring that has low VOC properties. Click here to find out more.
Safety
Just as important as the health of your child, is the safety of your child. When choosing the right flooring for your child’s room you need to think about soft flooring. Choose a flooring that will help to prevent potential falls and the resulting bumps and bruises.
Maintenance
Choosing a floor that is easy to clean and maintain will make your life a little easier when it comes to young children. This could be spillages or toilet accidents for example. Remember as your child grows older, they will also have toys that could put wear and tear on the floor. Think longevity when choosing the nursery floor. This will help the floor last longer.
Peaceful
I don’t think we need to tell you this, but babies can be very light sleepers. This means they can wake up frequently through the night, waking you through the night too. We have quiet flooring options to help avoid noise travelling through their rooms and waking them.
Budget
Your child will not stay a baby forever. However, changing the flooring in a child’s room as they get older can be expensive. Think about the future of the room and the tastes of your child as they grow up. We have a lot of neutral shades and patterns for flooring. The ever-changing decor will compliment the flooring as your child grows up, even right up to when they move out.
If you’d like to check out the flooring options we have in store for nurseries, pop in and see us. We also have a range of curtains and blinds suitable for the nursery too. Make sure you ask about our blackout blinds and curtains too. These are ideal for long summer days or daytime naps.
