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How to Make Over a Teenage Boy's Bedroom
by Sherrie Le Masurier

Description: Easy, creative tips for giving a teen boy's bedroom a complete makeover.

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When it comes to a teenage boy bedroom makeover it's important to consider the kind of bedroom decor which appeals to you most. Give some thought to not only paint colors, wall treatments, wall art and bedding but things like furniture and shelving as well.

Any teenage boy bedroom makeover should be a reflection of you and your unique personality.

Consider painting one wall an intense red or orange, or a deep blue or green and then use a toned downed shade of the same or contrasting color to paint the remaining walls. Wood stained or painted furniture in a dark shade can then be incorporated along with white or off white trim to lighten things up.

When it comes to a theme for teenage boy bedroom consider reusable wall murals. Wall murals come in a variety of themes like team sports, surfing and snowboarding. Any wall mural art you select should be able to stand the test of time, that way you won't find yourself having to redo your room within a year or two.

If you're into team sports and have a lot of trophies or similarly enjoy collecting things you may want to incorporate a good selection of shelving. Also consider your current and future storage needs. An adjustable wall unit is one of your best investments.

When it comes to bedding for a teenage boy bedroom it's always wise to pick up colors from elsewhere in your bedroom and/or go with the same type of theme as you have in your mural or in select items of wall art.

As you can see, a teenage boy bedroom makeover involves many different color and design elements. You're wise to shop around prior to making any purchases (unless of course, you know you can take it back and get a full refund).

Sometimes all you really need is a little inspiration and once you've found it, your teenage boy bedroom project will quickly come together. I personally believe there's great inspiration in favorite colors, bedding sets, and wall murals. Once you find something you like the next step is to take a color or two from it and then try to match up accessory items.

For more tips on decorating teenage boy bedrooms and related teen bedroom themes visit http://www.teen-bedrooms.com your one stop resource for all things related to organizing and decorating teen rooms. Sherrie Le Masurier is an organizing consultant and co-owner of http://www.decorating-kids-rooms.net and http://www.teen-bedrooms.com

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Resources:

Have Fun with Your Room: 28 Cool Projects for Teens
Organizing from the Inside Out for Teenagers


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