Space bedroom ideas that are out of this world

Child sitting in a space themed bedroom

by Rosie Floyd |
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If your kiddo is obsessed with all things stars, planets, rockets and aliens, they will be over the moon to have a space-themed bedroom to rest their head. Not sure where to begin searching for space bedroom ideas? We're here to help.

Space-themed bedroom inspiration

Before you start any kind of decorating project, we suggest heading to Pinterest. You'll be able to get some inspiration from the pins created by other users to see how they've decorated their own rooms. We've rounded up some of our favourite space-themed bedroom pins to give you some ideas for colour schemes and décor.

If you want to get creative, why not create a mini floating solar system from their ceiling:

Easy to recreate, this one has a clear space theme with the moon wall decal, inflatable planets, and rocket-themed bedding:

For a quick transformation, simply upgrade their decorations to space-themed ones instead. Think toy rockets, space-themed bedding, and a rug inspired by outer space:

Or, add a space-themed feature wall that'll set the scene perfectly:

Space bedroom décor and accessories

Now that you've got some space bedroom ideas and inspiration, we've searched the internet for decorative items and kids' room must-haves so you can make a space-themed bedroom fit for your little astronaut. From storage and curtains to space bedding and toys, here are some ideas that will help you make the most of the room available and bring your vision for a space bedroom to life.

Best space-themed organiser

The ideal height for kids to fetch and put away toys and books, this will be just what any little space explorer needs for keeping everything in their room organised. There are three open shelves as well as a toy box with wheels so there's plenty of storage.

Review: "Item was as described and more than what was originally expected. My 18 month old know where to go for his books now and knows the big toys go in his big toy box. Was easy to assemble. Took me around 20 mins with my own screwdriver, but does come with its own. Would recommend 100%"

Pros

  • Easy to assemble

Cons

  • Some reviewers would have liked the shelves to be deeper

Best space-themed curtains

Not only will these space curtains beautifully frame your child's windows, but they also glow in the dark to offer your child some comfort as they drift off to sleep. They need to be exposed to daylight or household lighting before bedtime, so just leave the lights on for story time and the glowing effect will be visible for up to 30 minutes after lights out.

Review: "Great, make the room cosy, perfect."

Pros

  • Pleated and lined

Cons

  • Only available in size 168 x 183cm

Best subtle space-themed wallpaper

Wanting a space-themed bedroom without it being too overstimulating for your little one? This wallpaper fits the bill as it's designed with planets coloured in soothing greys and blues.

Pros

  • Has a washable finish

Cons

  • Not suitable for walls with an angled ceiling or floor
  • No product-specific reviews

Best space-themed duvet set
Space Glow in the Dark Duvet Cover and Pillowcase Set
Price: $19.20-£20.80 (was £24-£26)

www.dunelm.com

Your little astronaut will be dreaming of going on outer space adventures when they drift off under this duvet set. It's colourfully decorated with rockets, planets and stars, which subtly glow when it goes dark.

Review: "My granddaughter was delighted with this purchase. She loves to trace the stars and constellations - it encourages her to get into bed! Quality is good too."

Pros

  • Vibrant colours
  • Reviewers have commented that it washes well

Cons

  • Some reviewers thought the fabric could be softer

Best space-themed fitted sheet

Even their fitted sheet can be space themed! This one is adorned with shooting stars of various colours and will be the perfect fit for a single bed.

Review: "This is a lovely bed sheet, for the price it's absolutely beautiful, value for money yet brilliant quality"

Pros

  • Good value for money

Cons

  • The fabric wasn't as soft as some reviewers were expecting

Best space-themed throw

Make their bed extra cosy with this quilted throw from Happy Linen Company. It's reversible so you get two designs for the price of one, making it great value for money.

Pros

  • Glows in the dark

Cons

  • No reviews yet

Best space-themed light shade
Space Laser Cut Glow in the Dark Light Shade
Price: $16 (was £20)

www.dunelm.com

Carry the space theme onto the light shade too. As well as having glow-in-the-dark material on the inside, this one's decorated with a laser-cut space scene design on the outside so that when the light's on, it'll beam through the cutout rockets, stars and planets - how cool is that?

Review: "I ordered this lampshade to go with my son’s space-themed bedroom. It’s a lovely lamp shade and I love how it glows in the dark so the stars, planets and rockets can still be seen in the dark! I’d definitely recommend it to anyone thinking of buying it or any little space fans."

Pros

  • Adds to the overall space theme

Cons

  • Some reviewers thought it was a little on the pricey side for a light shade

Best space-themed wall hook
Mousehouse Gifts Children's Rocket Space Themed Triple Coat Hook
Price: $17.99

Keep coats or a dressing gown off the floor and neatly hung up on this wall-mounted triple hook. Decorated to fit the theme, it has two pre-drilled holes on the back for easy insulation.

Review: "Very happy with this product, purchased to go in my son’s room and fit the theme perfectly. Very good value for money and looks gorgeous. Thank you!"

Pros

  • Practical yet fun to look at

Cons

  • Some reviewers expected it to be bigger

Best space-themed storage hamper

Encourage your child to pick up their dirty clothes or even tidy up their toys with this space-themed storage hamper. It stands on its own and can be folded to save space when it's not in use.

Review: "We are using it to store all the dressing up clothes. It’s great."

Pros

  • Can be used in rooms with a more subtle space theme

Cons

  • Some reviewers felt it was a bit flimsy

Best space-themed shelf
Rocket Corner Shelf
Price: $24.30 (was £45)

www.gltc.co.uk

Add a decorative yet practical touch to the corner of your little one's room with this rocket shelf. Not only will it add a colourful finish to their room, but it also offers two shelves for keepsakes or sentimental toys.

Review: "My little boy absolutely loves this. It's a really nice solid piece of furniture which adds some character to his room and fits with the rocket theme we already have. Not huge in size however nice to display a few small items."

Pros

  • Sturdy construction

Cons

  • Could be bigger in size

Best space-themed weighted blanket
little home at John Lewis Outer Space Weighted Blanket
Price: $36 (was £42.35)

www.johnlewis.com

Is your little one a restless or anxious sleeper? This weighted blanket is reassuringly cosy and helps to aid relaxation. Suitable for children weighing over 20kg, it features an outer space print on the front and a plain plush on the reverse.

Review: "This is a super weighted blanket and is good quality. The blanket is soft and the space theme make it good fun to play on. It comes in its own bag and is easy to fold away, so it is easy to store and compact enough to take when travelling. This is a great blanket for anyone that loves space."

Pros

  • Weighs 2kg, the ideal weight for a child's weighted blanket

Cons

  • Some children may not like the feel of a weighted blanket
  • Would be nice to have a space print on both sides

Best space-themed rug

Add a vibrant accent to their bedroom with this rug. The high-quality, pure wool pile will feel nice underfoot and will provide somewhere comfortable for your little one to play too.

Review: "My grandson wanted a space style bedroom for when he comes to stay over so we checked out John Lewis little home range and found the perfect set. I bought curtains, duvet set and the rug to complete his room. I also bought a glitter stars lava lamp, all from JL. He loves his room and stays over at some point every school holiday! The quality, service and delivery of all my purchases was impeccable."

Cons

  • On the expensive side for a rug

Best space-themed table lamp

With seven colours of light to offer a soft glow, your little one can set the mood for their room with this battery-powered rocket lamp.

Review: "This is an excellent addition to a space-themed children's bedroom or nursery. It is not too big nor too bright so adds a nice touch. The colour changing is soothing which was a relief as we were worried it might be too intense. My 4-year-old absolutely loves it."

Pros

  • Great option for a night light

Cons

  • Requires three LR44 batteries to run

Best space-themed string lights
Fizz Creations Kids 2m Space String Light
Price: $8 (was £12)

www.argos.co.uk

Discover the solar system with these cosmic string lights. They're two metres long, feature all the planets in the order they are in from the sun and will light up your little one's room perfectly.

Review: "Bought this as a gift to go in the kids planets themed bedroom and it looks so good the kids love it. It finishes the bedroom off perfectly and is really good quality."

Pros

  • Helps with teaching little one's the order of the planets

Cons

  • Two AA batteries are required, which are not included

Best space-themed beanbag
Washable Bean Bag Space Explorer
Price: $48.75 (was £65)

www.gltc.co.uk

Kids will love snuggling up for story time on this space-themed beanbag. It features illustrated planets and constellations against a beautiful galaxy-blue background.

Review: "Lovely design and loved by my niece."

Pros

  • Cover is removable and machine washable

Cons

  • We can't think of any!

FAQs

What other children's bedroom themes are there?

Don't think your little one will be a fan of a space bedroom? We've got plenty more inspiration for your kids' room.
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What colour do you paint a space bedroom?

You've got some space-themed accessories for your little one's room sorted, now what about decorating the walls? Do you want to hang wallpaper or would you rather get painting? You could also put a galactic-themed wallpaper up on one wall and paint the rest to create a feature.
There are a couple of different colours that would work in a space-themed room. Dulux recommends their colours Lost Lake, Striking Cyan, Rich Black, Fuchia Lily and Purple Pout for a kids' space bedroom. You can use Rich Black for your feature wall and then splatter the wall with the other to make it look like stars twinkling in deep space.

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