How to Decorate a Baby Nursery With a Rainforest Theme
There are several reasons to choose a baby nursery with a rain-forest theme. They are gender-neutral, so for parents who won't know the baby's gender before it is born, it provides a creative nursery décor without being overly neutral. Most babies like bright colors and animals, both of which appear in rain-forest-themed nurseries. Because of the wide array of rain-forest-themed merchandise, it is also simple to find items to decorate a nursery in this manner. Does this Spark an idea?
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Go green. Rain forests are full of lush, green foliage. Dark green is the color associated with the rain forest. There are several ways to incorporate the color green into a baby nursery. Crib bedding, throw blankets, accessories, lamps, rugs and curtains are all easy to find in green shades. Painting the walls a dark green also provides a rain-forest feel when combined with other rain-forest-themed items.
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Invest in stuffed animals. Monkeys, toucans, frogs and snakes are just a few of the creatures commonly found in rain forests.
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Think bamboo. Bamboo shades are a great way to bring the vibe of the tropics inside. Not only that, but bamboo is a renewable resource and environmentally friendly. As far as nursery furniture, choose light-colored wood.
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Be creative. Even the fan can be rain-forest themed. Simply pick one of the larger wooden fans that are tropical, like a palm-blade ceiling fan. Replace knobs on dressers and closets with rain-forest animals. Get a bamboo mat to welcome guests into the rain-forest room.
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Decide how far to go. Depending on artistic skills and bravery, murals are great in baby nurseries. A rain-forest-themed mural on a single wall could include animals, trees and vines.
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Tips & Warnings
Wash all machine-washable stuffed animals and bedding in the hottest water setting advisable before using them in the nursery. This sterilizes and cleans them before they come in contact with the baby.
Do not put stuffed animals in a sleeping baby's crib as they may pose a suffocation hazard. Before painting while pregnant, be sure to ask the obstetrician for clearance and take extra safety precautions. Avoid painting in enclosed areas with little ventilation. Don't install a ceiling fan alone if it requires electrical wiring. Contact an electrician for assistance to avoid electrocution hazards.
