How to Decorate With Antique Furniture for Kids

Choose weathered pieces. Create storage space for clothing, toys or media equipment from an antique armoire. Choose one that is sturdy and plain, rather than embellished with trim that could break off or collectible knobs and hardware.

Create a vintage look in a girl’s bedroom with an antique iron or brass bed. Dress it in new linens that will wear well, rather than antique sheets and pillow cases that might be damaged by everyday use; however, fold an antique quilt and place it at the foot of the bed to be removed before bedtime.

Put a vintage trunk or blanket chest in the children’s playroom or the family room for a handy place to stash toys, books and games. Create storage and seating in a bedroom by placing one at the foot of the bed or under a window.

Give the children their own place to dine with a child size antique table and chairs placed in the dining room or kitchen.

Use a small antique dresser or table as a bedside table. Finish it with polyurethane to protect the surface from spills. In an older child’s room, top it with an antique lamp featuring a stained glass shade.

Fashion a cozy spot to read or daydream by the fireplace by placing a child size Windsor rocking chair there.

Encourage your child to organize his paper, crayons and other craft materials in a child size roll top desk.

Organize printed materials like comic books in an antique brochure rack.