{"id":25751,"date":"2024-03-26T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-03-26T04:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cubesmart.com\/blog\/?p=25751"},"modified":"2024-03-25T23:34:07","modified_gmt":"2024-03-26T03:34:07","slug":"unleashing-fun-in-order-a-guide-to-organizing-your-kids-playroom","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/staging.cubesmart.dev\/blog\/your-space\/unleashing-fun-in-order-a-guide-to-organizing-your-kids-playroom\/","title":{"rendered":"Unleashing Fun in Order: A Guide to Organizing Your Kids’ Playroom"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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When you think of your kids’ playroom, what comes to mind? Chaos? Clutter? The indescribable agony of stepping on a toy in your bare feet? Check, check, and (very unfortunately) check.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019ve currently got a messy playroom spot in your home that\u2019s low on inspiration and high on frustration, don\u2019t give up! There is a way to achieve maximum playroom organization with minimal cost, we promise you. Stick with us, and we\u2019ll not only teach you how to organize a playroom, but we\u2019ll also give you plenty of playroom storage ideas, and ways to get the kids actively involved in the care and maintenance of their space. So, grab your garbage bags, label maker, and imagination, and follow us to the mythical land of the organized playroom…\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Clear the Canvas: Decluttering Essentials<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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The first step in any organizational project is always to declutter. No matter how good your playroom organization ideas may be, they won\u2019t be successful if the room has too many toys and doodads to be tamed. The million-dollar question is: how do you declutter a kid\u2019s playroom<\/em>? Keep scrolling to find out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/a>Purge with Purpose<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

To get yourself in the right mindset, make a goal for your purging exercise. Maybe it\u2019s to remove all the broken toys, the games that are missing pieces, or the items that your kids have outgrown. Heck, maybe it\u2019s all three. Set measurable goals for yourself (and anyone else involved) and always keep the end result in mind.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/a>Designated Donation Bin<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

One of the easiest playroom organization ideas to pull off is separating out items to donate from items to the trash. Would you give it to a friend\u2019s kid to play with? If so, then it\u2019s probably good to donate. Figure out local shelters, children\u2019s hospitals, or after-school programs that are in need of items and drop donations off with your kids so they can see the impact of their hard work<\/a> and feel the gratitude of the recipients.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/a>Rotate Toys Regularly<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Another great idea is to remove toys from the current rotation (and maybe even the playroom itself). Cycling between toy sets keeps things fun and interesting for little ones, who will often forget how much they love a toy until they\u2019re reunited with it. Store them in either a spot at home (that\u2019s protected from prying eyes) or in a self-storage unit<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Zones of Imagination: Creating Functional Areas<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Of all the DIY playroom ideas for small spaces (and big!) we\u2019ve seen and implemented ourselves, creating zones of imagination is our favorite. Homes and Gardens Magazine<\/em><\/a> suggests that zones give order and structure to a room, making it overall more enjoyable for you and your kids!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/a>Define Activity Zones<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

To zone a playroom, you\u2019ll want to (mentally) divide it into quadrants and assign each section a purpose (for instance, playing, reading, painting, winding down, etc.). For those wondering how to organize toys in a playroom, this is how: after zoning the room, move the related toys, tchotchkes, and furniture that you\u2019re going to keep into the correct quadrant. This will help you quickly size up the areas in which you still have too much clutter.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Storage Solutions<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Once you\u2019ve got everything in the proper quadrant, and have perhaps even thinned your kids\u2019 belongings again, you\u2019ll need to get serious about your kids\u2019 playroom storage. There are a bunch of low-cost options available on the market, but we have found that open, easily accessible bins work best for creative play and easy pick-up. For bulky or oddly shaped items, you\u2019ll likely need to invest in stackable, see-through storage containers. (These will also come in handy if you decide to move items into a storage unit.) <\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/a>Labeling Storage Containers<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Label everything<\/em> in clear, kid-friendly handwriting. It\u2019s much easier to tidy up when all the items have an assigned spot. Make sure everything you want the kids to have access to is at kid-level with easily visible labels. It might help to squat down or sit on the floor while you\u2019re organizing your kids\u2019 playroom storage to make sure they can access toys and supplies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Displaying Creativity: Aesthetically Pleasing Arrangements<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Your kids\u2019 playroom is the ideal place to display the fruits of their creative efforts \u2013 and inspire them to do more! Aesthetically speaking, you\u2019ll never go wrong creating a bright and airy space with plenty of natural materials, lots of decoration<\/a>, and lots of celebration<\/em> of the kids themselves.     <\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/a>Interactive Wall Displays<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Interactive wall activities are all the rage and might make a great addition to your playroom redo. We\u2019re talking climbing walls, magnetic walls, whiteboard walls, art walls, chalkboards, activity panels\u2026you name it, you can make a wall out of it. Get creative and involve the kids in picking which type of wall to install. Remember: Anything that can be an outlet for energetic children \u2013 and doesn\u2019t take up extra space \u2013 is a win.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/a>Themed D\u00e9cor<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

We love a good theme when decorating because it makes it so much easier to shop. Kids love themes too because they pay tribute to characters or scenes they find meaningful. Since the playroom will only be a temporary part of your home, you should feel free to lean into whimsical d\u00e9cor or take risks you might not otherwise. A whole room decked out like the Hundred Acre Wood from Winnie the Pooh? Why not?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Flexible Furniture Arrangement<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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When buying or repurposing furniture for your kids\u2019 playroom, look for pieces that can be used in a variety of ways. Provide several soft and cozy places to land \u2013 like big beanbags, stuffed blocks, yoga mats, and soft chairs \u2013 and you\u2019ll be surprised at how the little minds put them together. Finish it off with a fuzzy rug and kids will have everything they need to be comfortable and creative.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Maintenance Made Simple: Sustainable Organization<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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When pulling together your wishlist of playroom organization ideas, keep an eye out for sustainable choices that will be better for you, your kids, and the environment overall. If you\u2019re feeling so inspired, try limiting manmade materials <\/a>in your d\u00e9cor and the toys and games you buy. Also ask around or check online marketplaces for hand-me-downs. Reusing something that was destined for the landfill is the ultimate in sustainability. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Daily Cleanup Routine Involving the Kids<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Once you\u2019ve learned everything there is to know about how to organize a playroom and are ready to let the kids loose in their exciting new space, it\u2019s time to think of more mundane matters. Namely, who\u2019s going to keep the area looking nice and neat and how they\u2019re going to do it (hint: it\u2019s not you). Make a simple daily cleanup routine for the upgraded playroom and then write it somewhere highly visible. Give the kids a way to mark chores off the list each evening \u2013 and lots of positive reinforcement \u2013 and you\u2019ll have a crew of happy helpers in no time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/a>Teach Mindful Consumption<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Reorganizing the playroom is an ideal time to talk about consumption (and over-consumption) with your kids. Hopefully, the process will show them how easy it is for toys to get ruined without proper care and<\/em> how many other children could benefit from their hand-me-downs. By giving them the storage solutions they need to make their toys last and showing them the importance of donating, you are teaching lessons that will last a lifetime. And here you thought you were just reorganizing your kids\u2019 playroom!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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