School is out for the summer, and so is nearly every toy in the playroom! What took you hours to organize after winter break seems to take your kids just minutes to scatter across every square inch of the floor. After tripping on your fourth action figure of the morning, it becomes apparent that it’s time to start organizing your kids’ space. These playroom management tips will help you (and your kids) survive the summer!
Engage Your Kids in the Process
No matter how much time or money you spend on organizing your kids’ space, it will never last if you don’t get your children on board. Create an organization system at the beginning of the summer and make sure your kids are involved in it from the start. The HandiWALL® PVC Slatwall System is a great option for young kids’ playrooms because of its versatility. You can hang bins, racks, nets and more to create a storage system that best fits your kids’ needs. The system can be raised as your children grow taller and the storage units can be changed as your kids’ interests change. When you first install the system, have your kids place their toys in their new homes. For example, give them three possible bins to place their dolls in and let them decide which one. They will be more likely to stick with the system all summer if they were able to choose where things go instead of you simply telling them.
Store Items in Groups
Keep your storage system organized all season long by utilizing grouping systems. Categorizing your items into groups can help you decide which storage system is best for your family. You can create groups for items your kids share, such as crafts or movies, and save space for each child’s personal toys as well. Slimline Cabinetsare a great way to give each child their own area when space is limited. These locker-like units can easily transition between seasons, holding swimsuits and towels during the summer and book bags during the school year. Whichever storage system you decide to use, be sure to label where everything goes. You can download free playroom labels online or use chalkboard paint to create customizable labels for any organizational system.
Make the Room Look the Part
It is so much easier to keep a room clean when it looks worth cleaning! While organizing, give your playroom a facelift deeper than just an improved storage system. Even just a fresh coat of paint can brighten the whole room. Bring your walls to the next level by using chalk or magnetic paint to create a space for your kids to display their creative side. For additional décor, Gridwall Display Units offer systems to showcase your children’s ballcaps, artwork, trophies and more.
Garage Décor and More designs and installs custom organization systems in St. Clair County, Illinois and Madison County, Illinois as well as the St. Louis Metropolitan area. We offer free consultations and personalized service so that your custom organizational system fits your space, needs and budget. If it’s time to organize your kids’ space, let us show you the many solutions we offer! Call us today to schedule your free consultation at (618) 789-7969 or contact us here.