Changes You Can Make To Improve A Teenager’s Bedroom

Every parent of a teenager knows the struggle of a teenager’s bedroom that somehow manages to feel gloomy no matter what you try, as it just seems to be part of that age. It might start with heavy curtains that never quite open as they lay in sleeping, or continue with piles of clothes that seem to duplicate overnight, and end with a space that feels more like a cave than a bedroom. Of course, if they enjoy playing video games or watching television series in their room, the constant hum of electronics and too little vibrant fresh air can have an effect as well. All teenagers need their private space to feel like their own, but that doesn’t mean it has to feel dark and unwelcoming – for them or for you when you occasionally get to peek inside.

You can set rules about tidiness, but it’s best to help them design a room they like and want to take care of, one that naturally feels brighter and more inviting. This might also help them out in other areas of life, like helping put together a study space that will ensure they revise for their exams more.

Let’s consider how you might do that:

Let There Be Light

Dark rooms can affect mood and energy levels, which isn’t ideal when you’re trying to get them up for school. Many families have found success with TUFFX Rooflights, bringing natural light streaming in from above – something that can’t be blocked by furniture or having too many cups and mugs in their room despite your pleas to place them in the dishwasher. It’s amazing how much difference overhead natural light makes, especially in rooms where window space might be limited or awkwardly placed. It’s even better in winter or first-floor bedrooms.

Convenient Storage

Clutter tends to absorb light and makes any space feel smaller and darker. Instead of fighting about that frustrating mess, try adding storage that actually works with their habits – like hooks where they naturally drop things (perhaps lanyards and key chains) or easy-access drawers for items they use daily, perhaps under their bed this time. The easier it is to keep things tidy, the more likely they are to actually do it. Placing a laundry bin in their bedroom can also help them divide their clothes before you wash them.

Colour Psychology

While a teen might beg for black walls, you can compromise with deeper colours that still reflect some light. Navy, forest green, or deep purple with nice stencil patterns can satisfy their desire for drama while keeping the room from feeling like a dungeon. Even better, suggest keeping one wall lighter to help bounce natural light around the room, this could be a feature wall they decorate with pictures and the like. It’ll help balance your competing tastes, at least for now.

With this advice, we hope you can help create a bedroom that both you and your teenager feel good about.