There are almost as many options for a childrens play house as there are for your family home. They vary according to material, size and style. Before you get started with a playhouse for your children, there are some decisions you will need to make.
How big do you want the playhouse to be? It can be small enough to fit inside your home. Or it can be large enough for several children to use at once. Ideally, you will want one large enough that all of your children can use it, accompanied by a friend for each of them.
There are hundreds of different prefabricated childrens playhouses to choose from that you will only need to assemble. Or, you can choose to build one yourself. Of course, whether or not this is an option will depend on how handy you are at construction. If this type of project appeals to you, you will have even more possibilities when it comes to style.
If you choose to go with a prefabricated playhouse, you need to decide what type of material you want it built from. The typical choices are either wood or plastic. The wood variety will last longer and be sturdier. Wood houses are also easier to add your own personal touches to. Seeing what is available to buy can give you some ideas, even if you prefer to build your own.
Your biggest decision is going to be the design of the house, particularly if you have more than one child to consider as they may have different tastes, especially if different sexes. Girls often want a place that is perfect for a tea party while boys may be thinking more along the lines of a command post. In the case of boys and girls both using the playhouse, you can try to come up with something that both enjoy, like a pirate den or a ranch.
Your safest bet is to get everyone involved. Ask your kids what they want. Of course, this can open you up to all sorts of ideas that you cannot make happen. But at least you will have their feedback and can try to incorporate at least some of what they come up with.
If you build the playhouse yourself, you can really get them involved. Ask for their input on colours and have them help paint. Your kids will feel like it is really their place and, if you are lucky, they may take better care of it as well.
Once the structure is completed, it is time to furnish and accessorize to fit the theme that you have chosen. Accessorize the playhouse outside and inside. You cannot possibly have a proper pirate den without a Jolly Roger, for example.
Whichever way you decide to go with your childrens play house, one thing is for sure. You will be giving your children endless hours of fun whether by themselves or with their friends. And it is a type of fun that will encourage their imaginations to soar.
