How to decorate the elderly room?
1, color requirements
One of the characteristics of the elderly is that they like to recall the past, which is related to their experiences. Therefore, in the choice of room colors, we should give priority to simple, peaceful and calm interior decoration colors, such as milky white, milky yellow, lotus root color, Kong Quelan and other elegant colors. In addition, the main color can't be matched too much, but it can't be too simple, otherwise it will appear deserted. Generally two or three colors are more suitable.
2. Furniture selection
Old people generally have inconvenient legs and feet. In order to facilitate the activities of the elderly, it is suggested that the elderly bedroom be given to the elderly. The furniture at home should stand against the wall as far as possible, and the style of furniture should be low, which is convenient for them to take and put things; The materials of furniture should be wood and rattan. In order to avoid bumping, furniture with square vision should be as few as possible. Mattresses are mainly based on the habits of the elderly. Generally speaking, southerners like to use "kudzu vine" with mattresses on it; Northerners like to use wooden boards, cotton pads or mattresses.
3. Environmental impact
Old people generally like to be quiet, and sometimes even some music with low volume is "noise" for some old people, so it is best to choose the old people's room on the side away from the road or people. Then the doors, windows and walls in the room have better sound insulation effect, so as to ensure that the elderly can have a good rest and sleep. Try to choose professional soundproof doors and windows, and some soundproof cotton can be embedded in the wall.
4. Lighting equipment
Many elderly people have poor eyesight, so it is better to set enough light on the bedroom light source with simple and generous style. At the same time, it is necessary to increase natural lighting, that is, to have larger windows to ensure that outdoor light can be introduced well during the day; It is best to set curtains as double layers, gauze curtains and brocade curtains, so that the indoor brightness can be adjusted and the elderly can be protected from strong light stimulation; It would be better if there were green plants outside the window. In addition, because the elderly get up frequently, it is necessary to install night lights and double-control switches at the bedside and door, so that the elderly do not need to be in the dark.
5. Soft decoration
Many elderly people like Chinese-style accessories and green flower-and-bird patterns, and rooms can make proper use of these elements; Bedding and curtains should also be fresh and elegant in color, with simple and generous patterns, which are consistent with the overall tone of the room; Old people love nostalgia and often miss the younger generation, so some photos of old people when they were young and photos with their children and grandchildren can also be hung in the room; Potted flowers can also be placed in the room to make the room more lively and give the elderly more leisure fun.
Old people's room matching skills
1, spacious and barrier-free travel space
With the growth of age and functional degradation, the elderly need wheelchair assistance. Therefore, there should be a turning radius of wheelchair movement from the entrance, corridor and bathroom, and even the position of the future nursing cot should be reserved in the bedroom. The threshold of each space needs to be removed to facilitate wheelchair access.
2. Anti-skid safety design
It is often heard that the elderly fall and fracture, coupled with poor repair ability, lead to lifelong dependence on crutches or wheelchairs. Therefore, anti-slip safety is the most important problem in the home environment, especially in the bathroom space, which is more likely to slip and get injured due to sliding. It is recommended to use stone slab bricks with good anti-skid ability.
3. Safety handrails
As mentioned above, in addition to using non-slip floor tiles in the bathroom, safety handrails can also be installed on the walls of the bathtub and bathroom to increase safety, and can also assist in going to the toilet and taking a bath. Installing handrails on the wall of the activity area can make the elderly move freely at home and feel more at ease.