The back-to-school season is a mix of excitement and adjustment for both kids and parents. As kids get ready to hit the books again, getting back into a good sleep routine is one of the most important things you can do to set them up for success. Adequate sleep is crucial for academic performance, mood regulation, and overall health, but it’s often the first thing to be disrupted when school starts. Luckily, with the right window furnishings, you can create an environment that promotes restful sleep all year round!
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Many children and teenagers face sleep challenges at the start of the school year, particularly after a more relaxed sleep schedule over the holidays. Changes in schedules, early wake-up times, and the temptation of late-night screen time can all wreak havoc on their sleep patterns. Inconsistent light exposure is a major culprit when it comes to throwing off the body’s natural circadian rhythm (or body clock), making it difficult for kids to fall asleep and wake up feeling refreshed. A bedroom that’s not dark enough, or too hot, will only exacerbate these problems.
Our Window Furnishing Solutions
At Tuiss, we understand the importance of creating the ideal sleep environment. That’s why we offer a range of window furnishings designed to help your kids get the rest they need.
For Younger Children: Total Blockout Honeycomb Blinds
For younger children, a dark room is essential to ensure a full night’s sleep. Our Total Blockout Honeycomb Blinds are designed to do just that. These blinds block out every last bit of light, even during the brightest summer mornings, creating the perfect darkness for sleep at any hour. These blinds are also energy-efficient, acting as an insulator which is especially beneficial, keeping the room cooler in summer and reducing reliance on air conditioning so your kids can sleep comfortably. As a bonus, these blinds also help to dampen outside road noise, making for a quieter and more peaceful sleep space.



For Teenagers: SmartView Automated Blinds
For teenagers, who often have more erratic sleep schedules it can be beneficial to work with their circadian rhythm rather than against it. Our SmartView range of roller, roman and zebra blinds, which can be automated are perfect for this. By setting timers that correspond with natural light patterns, your teenager has the opportunity to wake up naturally with the sunrise (or rather the simulated sunrise in their bedroom when the blind goes up), helping to regulate their sleep patterns. In addition, these versatile blinds can offer both light control and privacy at any time, assisting with rest and relaxation throughout the day.



Layering Options
Layering your window treatments is another great way to achieve the optimum sleep environment. Combining our blockout blinds with curtains in a range of your child’s favourite colours and prints will add character to their room, while also providing an additional layer of light control and privacy. You’ll have more flexibility over the light filtering during the day and can have the security that at bedtime the blockout linings stop the light seeping through. Floor to ceiling curtains are a great option if you want to maximise both the energy efficiency, and the light control in the room.






Benefits of Good Sleep Routines
Establishing good sleep habits is critical for your child’s overall well-being. Consistent, quality sleep leads to improved health, better academic performance, enhanced focus, and a more positive mood. By prioritising sleep and creating the right environment for it, you’re not only helping your kids now, but instilling crucial habits that will benefit them for years to come.
Window furnishings play a crucial role in promoting healthy sleep patterns for children and teens alike. Whether it’s complete darkness for younger children or gentle sunrises for teenagers, our products are designed to support better sleep. So, give your kids the gift of great sleep this school year and invest in our quality window furnishings. A well-rested child is a happier and more successful child!
Browse our range of DIY window furnishings and order online today. Get in touch with our team today and we’d be happy to answer any questions you might have. Let us help you create the perfect sleep sanctuary in your child’s room so they can thrive. Sign up to our newsletter too so you can keep up to date with our latest sales and offers!