TEENS & TWEENS

Many teens and tweens enjoy decorating their bedrooms, and a room remodel is a fun task for parents and teenagers to tackle together. Find advice and inspiration in these articles.

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10 Tween-tastic Decorating Ideas You Should Avoid

As tweens outgrow the "baby stuff" in their childhood rooms, advertisers are all too happy to give you tween decorating tips. As you redecorate, here are some tween-tastic ideas that you'll want to avoid.

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  • 10 DIY Projects for Your Tween
    10 DIY Projects for Your Tween

    Your tween goes to school to learn the basics and plays sports to encourage teamwork and discipline. But where's the creative outlet? A DIY project can provide a sense of accomplishment and add some flair to your home's decor. See more »

  • 10 Tween-tastic Decorating Ideas You Should Avoid
    10 Tween-tastic Decorating Ideas You Should Avoid

    As tweens outgrow the "baby stuff" in their childhood rooms, advertisers are all too happy to give you tween decorating tips. As you redecorate, here are some tween-tastic ideas that you'll want to avoid. See more »

  • 5 Tween Design Upgrades: Making the Switch from Kid to Tween Room
    5 Tween Design Upgrades: Making the Switch from Kid to Tween Room

    The start of middle school is a common time for children to redecorate their rooms to reflect their maturing personalities and tastes. If your son or daughter is ready for a new space to call his or her own, check out our tips for making the switch from kid room to tween room. See more »

  • 5 Tween Rooms that Grow into Teen Rooms
    5 Tween Rooms that Grow into Teen Rooms

    Tweens are still family-bound and too young to be out with friends all the time, so they spend a lot of time in their rooms. Your tween is at a transitional age, so here are some tips for designing a tween room that will grow into a teen room. See more »

  • Teen Room Decorating Quiz
    Teen Room Decorating Quiz

    Teenagers are enigmas. As soon as you think you've got them pegged, they turn around and do the complete opposite of what you though they would do. Decorating their room is no different. You may think you know what their tastes are, but you're probably way off. We can help, though. Take this quiz to learn a thing or two about teen decorating. See more »

  • How to Design a Teen's Closet
    How to Design a Teen's Closet

    The messy closet is a hallmark of being a teenager. So how do you organize all those piles of shirts, shoes and who knows what else? Learn how to design a teen's closet. See more »

  • Teen Bedroom Decorating Ideas
    Teen Bedroom Decorating Ideas

    Decorating your teen's room is a great opportunity for collaboration. Learn funky, youthful decorating ideas that remain practical. See more »

  • The Ultimate Teen Bedroom Decorating Quiz
    The Ultimate Teen Bedroom Decorating Quiz

    For many young people, as they grow from child to teen they want their bedroom to reflect a grown-up image. Plan ahead and make updating your child's room a fun activity. Together you can work out the colors and style choices. Take this quiz to see how well you score on teen bedroom decorating ideas. See more »

  • The Ultimate Tween Boys Room Ideas Quiz
    The Ultimate Tween Boys Room Ideas Quiz

    Decorating your tween boy's bedroom can be a challenge. As boys head toward manhood their tastes and styles may change. It is no easy task to choose decor that fits their likes and dislikes and creates a bedroom they enjoy being in. Take this quiz to see what you know about decorating a tween boy's room and learn some new ideas along the way. See more »

  • The Ultimate Tween Decorating Ideas to Avoid Quiz
    The Ultimate Tween Decorating Ideas to Avoid Quiz

    Tweens are rapidly becoming recognized as a distinct demographic with their own tastes and needs. But with this part of their lives lasting a relatively short period, is it worth decorating their bedrooms to accommodate them? And if so, how can you make the smartest design choices while also pleasing your children? Take this quiz to see what you know about what you shouldn't do when decorating for tweens. See more »

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