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Budget friendly children’s room design ideas – to create a room you’ll love for less

Updated: Aug 2, 2023

Want to spruce up your child's room for minimal cost? We will show you how!




These budget children's room design ideas are simple tricks and tweaks that don't cost the earth - but they can have serious style impact. We've covered space-saving ideas and ways to make the most of a small bedroom, along with decorating hacks and quick updates that won't break the bank but that they will love.


From done-in-a-day to longer weekend projects, don't start work on your child's bedroom without taking a look at these nifty budget children's room design ideas...



1. Update old furniture with a little paint





Your child's tastes are going to constantly change as they grow up, but that doesn't mean you need to trade in their old desk overtime as their colour preference changes. If you have a few paint brushes lying around the house get hold of some sample pots of paint and add a splash of colour to an old chest of draws.



"It's defiantly a feel good process when you create something new from something old... just make sure you check the weather forecast first, warm weather makes the process a lot quicker " - Simon Jones


2. Utilise Facebook Market


(Image credit: @the_little_hinton_house)


Storage can be quite expensive, even when shopping in IKEA this Trofast unit will set you back £96, or £76 for the white one.


Using facebook market is a great way to snag one of these timeless units up for under £40.


Then simply shop our range of wraps to give it a new lease of life and have your bargain looking fabulous again.


"I LOVE them, thank you! They are so easy to put on too!! " = @thelittlecardishop




3. Give walls an inexpensive art-effect


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Wall murals are a great option to add personality to kid's rooms. But if you don't have artistic flair paying someone else to paint one can be very expensive. For a more budget-friendly alternative you could try a simple paint effect, that adds interest to walls without costing too much.


To create this Wave wall statement select a complimentary colour, order a stencil from Eliza Doodle Designs, simply stick to the wall, paint, remove.


"Second time I have ordered the scallop stencil, works so perfectly and makes a great finish. Highly recommended seller who responses quickly to questions and requests. Thank you ! " - Abigail



3. Frame your children's artwork


(Image credit: Future PLC/ Colin Poole)


Prints are a great way to brighten up a white bedroom, but they can often be quite pricey. Why not use your kid's artwork to brighten up their room? Frame their favourite drawings and hang them up to create a cost-effective gallery wall. Not only will it add an affordable splash of colour to the room, but your child will be so proud to see their work hung up like a gallery.




4. Give new life to preloved furniture pieces


(Image credit: Future PLC/ Douglas Gibb)


Don't throw away a versatile furniture piece, give it a makeover and with that, a new purpose. Give an old or boring chest of drawers a new look for a child's room, by upcycling it using paint and Washi tape.


Children's rooms can be instantly brought to life with layers of bright colour and pattern. An upcycled storage unit adds great decorative value.

5. Make your own storage solution


(Image credit: Future PLC/ David Parmiter)


Storage solutions don’t need to cost a fortune. If you're looking for a unique way to keep toys in order, but are a little short on funds, have a go at this tote bag storage idea. Use any old canvas bags that you might have hanging around the house and cover them with a splash of fabric paint or screen print letters to personalise them. Next attach some hooks into the underside of the windowsill and simply hang the filled bags from them.

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