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<blockquote data-quote="Ktllc" data-source="post: 451286" data-attributes="member: 11847"><p>I am no expert but I will share a few ideas that pops in my mind: </p><p>get some drywall at your nearest home improvement store and cut it in 1 sqft squares (it cuts easily but does create dust), tell her that she can use those when she needs to "pick" at something. Those are cheap and are not toxic (unless you inhale TOO MUCH dust).</p><p>How about those stress balls? Personnally, I always want to pick on them. Maybe have a backet full of them for her. They also have the advantage of being soft enough that they can't really be used in a dangerous way. </p><p>Make sure your floor is strong and easy maintenance: I would go with full vynil flooring because it is cheap, durable and no seams (could be tempting to pull tile off). It comes in variety of color and pattern.</p><p>I would keep furniture to a minimum and make sure they are anchored to the floor (hardware store should provide every thing you need). </p><p>I second the importance of clutter free and just a few choices of toys, clothes... (I see it already with my difficult child).</p><p>Instead of curtains, could you paint the walls with "fake curtains". It would obviously serve no purpose but make the room look pretty. All depends how artistic you guys are. Paint is cheap and if destroyed, you can always repaint.</p><p>I'm sure others will have more ideas. Just pick and choose what fits your situation!</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Ktllc, post: 451286, member: 11847"] I am no expert but I will share a few ideas that pops in my mind: get some drywall at your nearest home improvement store and cut it in 1 sqft squares (it cuts easily but does create dust), tell her that she can use those when she needs to "pick" at something. Those are cheap and are not toxic (unless you inhale TOO MUCH dust). How about those stress balls? Personnally, I always want to pick on them. Maybe have a backet full of them for her. They also have the advantage of being soft enough that they can't really be used in a dangerous way. Make sure your floor is strong and easy maintenance: I would go with full vynil flooring because it is cheap, durable and no seams (could be tempting to pull tile off). It comes in variety of color and pattern. I would keep furniture to a minimum and make sure they are anchored to the floor (hardware store should provide every thing you need). I second the importance of clutter free and just a few choices of toys, clothes... (I see it already with my difficult child). Instead of curtains, could you paint the walls with "fake curtains". It would obviously serve no purpose but make the room look pretty. All depends how artistic you guys are. Paint is cheap and if destroyed, you can always repaint. I'm sure others will have more ideas. Just pick and choose what fits your situation! [/QUOTE]
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