Have you welcomed a new baby or are preparing for the imminent arrival? If the thought of designing the perfect nursery for your little one is a daunting prospect then take a look at our top tips.  From choosing the best nursery furniture to baby accessories, wallpaper and colour schemes, we have got everything covered to make creating a beautiful nursery simple.

5 top tips for designing your nursery

Create a floor plan

If you want to do the job properly it is advisable to create a floor plan for your new nursery. This will help you to plan the space and create a design that that is both stylish and practical. Place your changing station next to your crib so that you don’t have to carry baby far when they have an accident.

If you have a choice of room, choose a quiet room that is close to your bedroom. If the room tends to be cool or warm, make sure it has adequate heating or ventilation.

Decoration and soft furnishings

To create a comfortable and relaxing environment for your new baby it is recommended that you install blackout curtains and/or blinds. This will not only prevent light from entering the room when baby is sleeping, but also help to regulate the rooms temperature during the summer months.

Make sure to choose your textiles before the paint as there is nothing worse than finding the perfect pair of curtains and then discovering they clash with your paint. Most DIY stores offer a paint matching service so take a sample of your fabric with you when choosing your paint. Opt for low-odour paint if you haven’t got the time to ventilate your room before baby’s arrival.

Choose a theme or style

There is a huge range of wallpaper, textiles and nursery furniture in the market, so choosing a theme and style will help to narrow your focus. Pastel colours are a popular choice for a nursery, but if your house is contemporary and brightly coloured, you could also consider a similar theme. There are no rules, so choose something that you are going to enjoy.

If you know the gender of your baby this may influence your choice of colour however, if you don’t know opt for neutral colours such as cream, yellow and pale green. Vinyl stickers are a great way to add fun, graphic elements to your walls and can be easily removed when your baby grows older.

Selecting nursery furniture

Essential furniture items include a crib, changing table, comfortable chair, night stand and chest of drawers.  Opt for a dresser with a changing table on top to optimise storage and functionality. When choosing a chair look for a style you feel is both comfortable and secure, this will help you and baby relax whilst nursing.

A night stand is a great place to put a calming night light. Out of reach from your baby, it will provide a relaxing and gentle light when nursing baby.

Storage

If you have limited space there are lots of clever ways to increase storage in your nursery such as this 2 piece cot bed with under drawer set from Izziwotnot. Stylish and practical, this is an excellent way to increase storage without sacrificing on style.

When choosing a wardrobe or chest of drawers, estimate how much storage you will need and times it by two. Baby will accumulate more items than you may think, so it is better to be prepared.  You don’t need to choose nursery furniture; a full size chest of drawers that matches with your theme can be just as useful.

Buy nursery furniture online a Linens Limited

Find a fantastic selection of quality nursery furniture online at Linens Limited. Choose from complete nursery furniture sets at great low prices as well as nursing chairs, storage boxes, cribs and changing units. For more information or to order by phone call 0800 389 0059.