How to paint a wooden crib

One of the main tips for customizing a newly purchased crib or updating an old one is to paint it. But when it comes to things for a child, parents often wonder: how to paint a crib? After all, the coating must be safe and environmentally friendly, and preferably without a strong odor. In the article we will talk about paints and varnishes that meet all these points.

Painting process

There is nothing difficult about painting children's furniture yourself if you approach this issue with all responsibility.
It is better to paint at least a week before you start using the crib, in order to have time to identify and eliminate defects that may appear after the paint has dried.

If the paint begins to bubble and peel off in layers after drying, the surface will have to be sanded again, degreased with a solvent and painted again.

Two brushes are enough for the job - a large flat one and a small round one. A large brush is used on wide legs, back and sides, and for painting twigs and hard-to-reach places, a small round brush with a long handle is useful.

When painting, you should not put a lot of paint on the brush at once - excess will take a long time to dry and adhesion to the surface of a thick layer will be worse. It is better to paint in several thin layers than in one thick one.

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In every home there is furniture that is of paramount importance in the interior of the room. Wherever she stands, whatever she is - a closet, a chair, a table, a soft corner, she stands in plain sight of everyone

In addition to its main purpose, the furniture should have a pleasant appearance, and it can serve as a decoration for the room.

Metamorphosis to white is a great way to extend the life of old home furnishings.

Unfortunately, it does not happen that a favorite piece of furniture remains for a long time as if it had been brought from the store. Over time, any thing loses its former attractiveness and ages. It is necessary to regularly repair and reconstruct furniture. The chipboard cabinet has turned into junk; this cannot be an excuse to take it to the landfill. It can be easily updated, you just need to paint it. With good care, old furniture will last for many, many years, because it is much stronger than modern furniture.

And the budget will not be affected, since the expenses will be insignificant if you were buying a new cabinet.

Anyone who decided to paint furniture themselves probably wondered how to do it correctly. Interior items made from chipboard absorb moisture to a lesser extent than wood. It will take a long time for them to dry.

Chipboard will need less primer than wood.

So how to paint the cabinet? What paint should I use? The best option would be to use water-based alkyd or acrylic paint. It has many advantages - it has a rich shade, is odorless, which is of great importance when you work indoors, and is easily diluted with water. It is easy enough to wash off to correct inaccuracies during painting. Working with her is a pleasure. Once the paint dries, it will become stronger. Keep this in mind as you layer. Regular wood paint or spray paint will also work.

There is a wide variety of acrylic paints with a metallic or pearlescent effect.

To thoroughly paint, use varnishes. They will give the furniture an antique effect. She will look great. The plane must be painted in several layers, first allowing each layer to dry. This is not their only property.

Varnishes help fix the color and protect against minor defects.

You can paint the cabinet in different colors, such as a light base and multi-colored details. To achieve the desired color, add a tint to the white paint. When decorating a children's room, use all your imagination. Having decided what shade you need, apply paint to a small area of the furniture, so you will understand what color paint you will need and what its brightness will be.

Each manufacturer produces the appropriate primer for their paint, and it is better to use this particular primer.

Tips for choosing

When choosing paint, consider the following:

The paint must be non-toxic.
It should be easy to apply and dry quickly.
After final drying it should form a durable coating.
The surface treated with paint should be easy to clean.

Advice! When choosing paint for a newborn's crib, you should give preference to muted pastel shades.

When applying paint to a surface, you also need to consider some aspects:

It is best to paint the crib at least seven days before the baby is brought home from the hospital.
If, after drying, the paint bubbles and begins to peel off, then you need to completely clean it off with sandpaper, then treat it with a solvent to degrease the surface and then paint it again.
For painting you need two brushes:
1. large flat;

A large brush is used to paint the legs, back and sides of the crib, and for painting rods and other hard-to-reach places, a round brush with a long handle is useful.

When painting, it is better not to put a lot of paint on the brush at once. In this case, it will lie unevenly and smudges may form.

The surface of the crib should be painted in several thin layers, after allowing the previous layer to dry thoroughly - then the coating will be durable.

Choosing a crib for a newborn is a very responsible matter. After all, at such an early age, the baby spends more time sleeping than awake.

Therefore, when choosing the color of his crib, parents, in addition to personal preferences, should proceed from the fact that the color should not be too bright so as not to frighten or irritate the baby

It is also important to remember the impact that certain colors have on a person.

If you couldn’t find a crib of the desired shade, it doesn’t matter, a white crib or a crib made of light wood can be very easily repainted in almost any other shade.

The process of painting the crib

The correct process for how to paint a baby crib with your own hands depends on whether you bought a new product or decided to repaint an existing one.

Painting a new product

To work you will need a sponge, roller and brush. A sponge and brush are needed for painting small parts, a roller for large ones.

The highest quality painting is done in parts. Therefore, the first thing to do is to disassemble the crib into its components. Before painting, parts must be cleaned using fine to medium-grain sandpaper. This will ensure reliable adhesion of the coating to the surface. Remove dust, wipe all components with a damp cloth, and let dry. If you plan to tint the product, you must first apply a primer. If you plan to apply varnish, then pre-treatment is carried out with stain

It will protect the tree from moisture and rotting. Primer tends to lift up lint and wood fibers, so sand the surface again if necessary. After this, you can apply the paint in 2 layers. Pay attention to the drying time, it is important not to rush, but also not to delay applying the next one. Wait until completely dry and assemble the elements.

Updating old

Most likely, in front of you is a product that has already been coated with varnish or paint. In this case, the procedure is as follows:

Disassemble the structure into its component elements.
Remove the old covering. To do this, you can use a spatula, a hair dryer or chemical removers. But nail polish removers are toxic and you need to work with them very carefully. If possible, it is better to do it using a simple mechanical method.
If there are large chips and cracks, they need to be primed. Polymer wood putty is suitable. It has no odor, is environmentally friendly and dries quickly.
After the putty has dried, the product is ready for painting. The technology is the same: first you need to apply a layer of primer, and then paint in two or three layers.

The crib can be used around the third day. But keep in mind that it will still smell a little, so it is advisable to calculate the work based on a longer drying time. The paint will completely harden within seven to ten days.

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Covering installation

Now let's learn more about how to paint a bed.

For those who decide to work on their own, our traditional step-by-step instructions:

We free the bed from the mattress; if it can be disassembled, we disassemble it. We move the parts into the workshop or outside;

We move the bed to a place convenient for work.

We remove the old coating from the parts of the product. To do this, we use a spatula, a brush, an angle grinder with a wire brush, and a hair dryer. You can also use a chemical remover;

Remove the paint with a spatula and a hairdryer.

We putty all cracks, flaws, chips and other surface imperfections with a special putty for wood based on a polymer composition;

We putty all the cracks and flaws.

We sand the parts with sandpaper, achieving the most smooth and even surface possible;

We polish the product.

We apply a primer to the material recommended by the manufacturer of the paint you have chosen. We are waiting for it to dry completely;

We prime the parts with a brush.

Open the can of paint and mix it thoroughly. Apply a thin layer over the entire area of the parts, paint the ends and back surfaces;

Apply the first coat of paint in a thin layer.

After the first layer has dried, apply the second, and after that, the third layer of paint.

We go through all the ends and invisible surfaces.

Additional recommendations

It is not necessary to paint the crib with only one type of paint material. You can show your imagination and paint only individual elements, and apply varnish to the rest of the surface, because wood itself is a beautiful material. You can buy small jars of azure in different colors and make the furniture multi-colored; this will help your baby learn to distinguish colors.

By creating a new bed design for a child, you can simultaneously increase the ventilation of the mattress due to the bottom of the crib. This is done by cutting a hole in the bottom of the product, which consists of fiberboard or a solid sheet of plywood.

When purchasing a finished wooden crib that was not coated with protective compounds at the production stage, you need to paint it yourself. Restoring the varnish layer is also required when using an old product.

In both cases, it is important to properly prepare the surface before starting work. You need to choose what to paint the crib with

Restoration of chairs

The work is carried out on the same principle as restoring a crib. The only difference may be if the chair has a soft seat.

Bright chairs diversify the design of the nursery.

To restore it, you will need to remove the upholstery, replace the filling and secure it with a furniture stapler or glue, which is suitable for fastening different types of surfaces.

Painting technology

Taking into account the above requirements for the coating of a baby crib, you need to choose the right composition and avoid mistakes during application. As a result, the design will remain attractive for a long period. The paint can be of any color, but more often a composition of a bright shade is chosen.

Painting a baby crib for the first time

If furniture is made to order, it is not always coated. Then the owner paints the crib himself. You can purchase a ready-made color composition or white, and add the color of the required shade to it. Painting instructions:

The entire surface of the crib is cleaned of dirt: dust, shavings, oil stains.
The first layer of material is a primer. This measure will ensure high adhesion of paint and wood.
Rollers and brushes are used to distribute the composition.
To make the color more saturated and the coating even, apply the paint in several layers. There are breaks between stages, as it must dry completely before painting work continues.

If a water-based composition is used, the tool must be washed after finishing work. The drying speed of this paint is high. The coating stops being sticky after 30-60 minutes. The crib can be used after 2 days. However, complete hardening of the material occurs after 10 days. After this, the coating becomes resistant to aggressive environments (solvents, detergents).

Renewal of previously painted products

If you need to repaint the crib, it is not necessary to completely remove the layer of old lining. Modern materials are characterized by high adhesion, so it is permissible to start working on top of a previously applied coating. Instructions:

Use medium or high grit sandpaper to sand the crib. This measure allows you to strengthen the adhesion of the paint to the old coating. When it begins to peel off, it is completely removed with a spatula.
The old layer of cladding is cleaned and degreased.
If there are defects on the surface, they are removed at this stage. You can use mastic or putty for woodworking. When these areas are dry, move on to the next step - painting. The wood is first cleaned and primed again.
The composition is applied according to the same principle as in the previously discussed case - when a new crib is painted.

It should be taken into account that water-dispersion compositions are not recommended for finishing laminated particle boards.

Why paint a baby crib? Each family has its own answer to this question. Someone’s baby has chewed it with his teeth, someone is trying to create a bright mood in the nursery, or wants to restore inherited furniture. There is only one thing that confuses us - the danger of paint coatings for the health of the baby. We are solving this issue these days, because there are non-toxic paints for interior renovation. If you follow the staining technology, they will help restore the bed in a few days.

Which shade is better to choose?

The choice of color depends on the wishes of the owners. However, you can listen to some tips:

If the bedroom is small, it is advisable to choose light and cool shades.
If there is insufficient lighting in the room, it is better to avoid painting in too dark colors.
You need to choose a color to match the interior design of the bedroom.
It is better to choose shades that will help you relax and get ready for sleep.

How to repaint it white?

The procedure for repainting furniture white is simple. Painting is carried out in several stages:

Remove dust and dirty stains from the surface with water and any detergent.
Dry and disassemble the furniture into its component parts.
Remove the old coating with sandpaper, treat uneven areas and small cracks.
Apply two coats of primer, allowing each coat to dry completely.
Apply a thin layer of the white compound with a brush or roller, leave until completely dry, then repeat the procedure two more times.
When the coating has dried, the surface can be coated with matte or glossy varnish. This will provide the product with a more attractive appearance and additional protection against wear.

Applying varnish

Varnish on wood looks very beautiful and gives the furniture a presentable look. No special care is required when covering the surface.

The only thing you should pay attention to is good lighting. Since the varnish has a transparent texture, there is a possibility of missing some areas

Anything that is painted with your own hands is always pleasing to the eye. Surely many will agree with this. And if you also use the right coatings for wooden furniture, you can significantly extend the life of the product and protect it from pests, as well as the negative effects of the environment.

Future parents should take a responsible approach to resolving the issue of painting a crib. They must understand that they are risking the health of their child. Therefore, the requirements for paints are based, first of all, on the absence of substances and impurities harmful to children:

The composition of the material that will be applied to children's furniture should not contain chemical compounds that evaporate into the atmosphere. They can cause allergies, mucosal irritation and other health problems.
Before painting the bed, it is necessary to check the composition for the presence of toxic oxides, heavy metal salts, toxic chemicals and other harmful substances. It is no secret that in the process of learning about the world, children love to bite everything, so there is a possibility that a small piece of the coating will enter the child’s body, which can lead to unpleasant consequences.
Based on the first and second points, the material must be made on the basis of harmless solvents. After drying, particles of solvents used in the manufacture of paints and varnishes will still remain on the surface.
The composition must contain both non-flammable materials and those that will not emit harmful substances during combustion.
The surface of furniture is always subject to wear and tear due to rubbing, washing, food ingress, humidity and temperature in the room, and mechanical stress during games. Therefore, it is necessary to add elasticity, strength, wear resistance, and cleanability to the requirements of the finishing layer.
The coating should be glossy, as matte gets dirty quickly and is more difficult to clean.
The color of the finishing layer should be bright, rich, cheerful and cheerful, as children really love such shades.

What paint can you paint a baby crib?

Several types of paints and varnishes meet the above criteria. Let's look at each type in detail.

Acrylic-polyurethane varnish

This is a water-dispersion composition intended for painting furniture and objects made of wood, MDF, chipboard and even plastic. It is easy to apply and dries quickly. It also has good elasticity and wear resistance.

You can choose either a tinted or clear coating, in case you want to emphasize the wood structure. The same applies to the degree of gloss: there are matte, semi-matte, semi-gloss and glossy materials.

Acrylic enamel

The compositions that are recommended for such work are characterized by increased elasticity, have water-repellent properties, and are resistant to ultraviolet radiation. They also come in varying levels of sheen, from glossy to matte finishes. And they are easily tinted in the chosen shade.

Acrylic lacquer

This is an option if you do not want to tint the wood, but only decide to emphasize its natural color.

Certified compositions dry quickly and form a thin transparent film with a good glossy sheen.

Acrylic paint

Acrylic paint is made on the basis of water-based compositions. Among its advantages: environmental friendliness, odorlessness, good hiding power, which means low consumption, good elasticity and a variety of colors.

Manufacturers usually offer a white base. To get the desired shade, you need to add a colored pigment to it. This can be done at home too. Among the disadvantages of acrylic coatings: high cost relative to similar materials.

Latex paint

Another emulsion is based on latex polymers. It is stronger than acrylic, and also more elastic and wear-resistant. Accordingly, the price is higher.

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Oil wax

This is a new product offered by European manufacturers. Oil wax is created on the basis of natural linseed and soybean oil, as well as vegetable waxes. The oil saturates the wood, fills its pores, and the wax protects the surface and has water-repellent properties.

What not to forget: primer

Before applying the final coating to the product, it is recommended to prime the surface. For children's furniture, a water-dispersion primer based on acrylic is suitable.

It will fill the pores of the material, improve the adhesion (adhesion) of the coating to the surface, and, importantly, reduce paint consumption. If there are small defects on the wood, the primer will even them out

The application method depends on the manufacturer: some allow using a roller or brush, others recommend spraying.

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Note to crafty parents: how to make a baby’s crib unique?

You can give your baby's sleeping area a designer shine with your own hands in a few days. This inspires parents who like to work independently to improve the interior of their apartment and house. In this case, it is better to look at photos of interiors in children's rooms and act in this way: (we recommend reading: children's room for a newborn girl or boy: photos of interiors)

think over the original design of the bed (pattern, decor);
choose a color, choose the right paint (acrylic, latex);
calculate the cost of work and begin execution;
make decor from fabric: patchwork blanket, crib bumpers, canopy and more (we recommend reading: how to put a canopy on a crib yourself and a video tutorial);
add wheels, make ventilation holes in the bottom of the bed;
decorate bed linen with appliqués and stripes according to the nursery style.

Parents should know that sometimes you can do without paintwork. In this case, the crib should be sanded and left in its natural form. Often, when restoring a crib, craftsmen use special waxes and oils, which allows the natural shade of the wood to be preserved. However, if you need to express the uniqueness of a child’s room with a certain color, only painting with safe materials will help.

What paint to paint a baby crib

Furniture for a child should be safe, but at the same time well protect the wood from damage, and the baby from injury if there are roughnesses on the surface.

There are other requirements for finishing materials:

a prerequisite is the absence of various volatile components in the composition of the material; the paint should not contain heavy metals, toxic and other hazardous substances, because

children often bite improvised objects; high drying speed, solvents in the composition must be harmless; No flammable substances are used in the production of paint for children's furniture; in addition, pay attention to the properties of materials, their behavior during the combustion process - the components should not emit toxic compounds; resistance to moisture, aggressive environments and mechanical loads; ease of care; elasticity, which ensures the material’s resistance to the influence of negative factors and extends its service life.

Water based

Water-dispersed compositions are considered the most preferable for painting surfaces and structures in a children's room. Such materials are divided into the following types:

Acrylic compositions. The paint of this group meets the requirements for finishing materials in a nursery. Moreover, the price is reasonable. The advantages include the presence of antibacterial additives in the composition. It dries quickly and the coating is smooth. The material tolerates mechanical stress, moisture, temperature changes and ultraviolet radiation well.
Latex. The paint is based on synthetic latex. The price of compositions in this group is lower than acrylic ones. When painted, a moderately durable coating is created. The material tolerates contact with liquid well, which makes maintenance easier. Disadvantages: exposure to ultraviolet radiation, temperature changes.
Silicone compounds. They are resistant to moisture. When painting, a film is formed on the surface of wood that is prone to self-cleaning. It is characterized by hydrophobic properties, elastic, not susceptible to microorganisms, allows steam to pass through, tolerates temperature changes well and lasts a long time.
Polyvinyl acetate materials. This option is also suitable for finishing children's furniture. Advantages of the material: does not emit toxic substances when burning, resistant to ultraviolet radiation and aggressive environments. The coating is elastic, but does not tolerate contact with moisture.

Based on milk casein

These are safe materials and do not contain volatile components. The composition includes milk casein, porcelain. The last of them acts as a strengthening substance. The first is in the form of a binding component.

When applied to wood, no characteristic odor appears; the composition is characterized by high adhesion, which allows you to treat even surfaces on which old paint remains.

Such materials are considered conditionally safe. This expands the scope of their application. A composition of this type can be used to improve the appearance of particle boards: chipboard, fiberboard, laminated chipboard. The material can be used in confined spaces.

Material requirements

There are several points that you should pay attention to when choosing paints and varnishes

Safety. This means that the composition should not contain any compounds or substances that, when evaporated, can cause allergic reactions and irritation. The packaging must indicate that the material complies with international standards allowing its use for children's toys and furniture. In particular, this is the European certificate EN 71. Safe paint for a baby crib must be based on water

And this is very important. Not a drying oil or a solvent, since when they dry, they still contain impurities of not very useful substances

In addition, they have a sharp, strong odor that lasts for a long time. Strength and elasticity are another selection criterion. The product must withstand not only numerous attempts to bite or lick the components of the structure, but also washing and numerous wipes with a rag.

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Required materials and tools

Before you start painting, you need to stock up on the necessary materials: construction tape; napkins or rags or sponges; sandpaper of various grains to remove the previous layer of paint; degreasing agent; primer; putty (car putty is quite suitable); solvent or white spirit - will remove remnants of the previous paint; glue; dye; varnish; gloves, for painting it is better to take rubber ones.

Materials and tools for work.

Tools you will need: stationery and carpenter's knives; a construction hair dryer to dry the painted surface; flat brush – it’s better not to skimp on brushes, buy high-quality ones so that no lint remains on the surface; roller; putty knife; screwdrivers; hammer; nails; drill.

You need to remove the fittings from the furniture, take out the shelves, remove the doors. Then get to work.

Using wood paint

Cracks and chips need to be filled with putty. After drying, you need to use sandpaper and carefully walk over the entire surface to avoid unevenness. After this, dust and dirt are removed with a damp sponge. Now you can start applying the coating.

So, the first thing to do is to coat the surface with an antiseptic primer. This composition will protect furniture from moisture, mold, fungi and pests.

After applying the primer, you can begin applying the base coat. If you are wondering what paint to paint, for example, a wooden bed, then acrylic would be the ideal option.

Painting children's furniture

Peculiarities

Before you paint a crib, you need to understand the peculiarities of this process, because if you approach it incorrectly, you risk the health of your child.

And the features of finishing coatings for children's furniture are as follows:

The composition of the coatings that will be applied to children's furniture or toys should not contain harmful compounds that can evaporate into the atmosphere and cause the slightest allergic reactions, irritation of the mucous membranes and other manifestations of the child’s body’s rejection of these substances;
Before painting a crib, make sure that the paint does not contain any toxic chemicals, heavy metal salts, toxic oxides or harmful organics. Children put everything in their mouths, and it is likely that paint particles can enter the baby’s body and cause poisoning or irritation;
When choosing what paint to paint a baby crib, look for materials made from harmless solvents, preferably water. Even after the coating has completely dried, impurities of toluene, xylene, phenol and other solvents used in the manufacture of paints and varnishes remain in it;
It is advisable to select non-flammable materials, as well as those that do not emit toxic substances when burned;
The surface of children's furniture is subject to increased wear and tear due to constant washing, wiping, spilled food, secretions from the child's body and mechanical stress during games. Therefore, the finishing layer must be sufficiently durable, easy to clean, elastic and wear-resistant;
It is better to give preference to bright and rich colors with a good selection of colors and wide tinting possibilities, since children love these colors.

Materials

To work with children's furniture and toys, you can choose different compositions, but we recommend limiting yourself to water-based materials or those based on natural oils:

Acrylic and latex water-dispersion (water-based) paints for wooden furniture
. They are distinguished by the absence of harmful impurities, excellent quality of coating, rich tones, a huge selection of shades and durable elastic film; (See also article.)
Acrylic-polyurethane varnishes for furniture
. Notable for their high strength and resistance to wear, quality and brightness of colors, water resistance and long service life;
Acrylic enamels
. Used for painting surfaces subject to increased wear, including window sills, countertops, windows, children's furniture and toys. Absolutely harmless and highly resistant to damage;
Scuba diving
. Mixed on the basis of water and polymer dispersions, they give transparent, semi-matte, matte and tinted shades, they are distinguished by their beauty, durability and pleasant-to-touch surface;
Oil-waxes
. Consist of natural oil and wax. During application, the oil is absorbed into the wood, and the wax remains on the surface, forming a continuous water-repellent coating that is resistant to wear and detergents. They are a material recommended by European manufacturers for children's rooms and furniture.

All of the listed materials are distinguished by complete toxicological, allergenic, chemical and operational safety, as well as an excellent range of colors and a high price. The fact is that finishing products for children's toys and furniture undergo many additional tests and checks, which affects their final cost.

This category of goods in European countries is assigned the DIN EN 71 standard, as well as an MSDS safety data sheet, which indicates the composition of the filler and solvents used in the production of paint or varnish. At the buyer's request, these documents must be provided for review.

Painting a baby crib at home

To paint a baby crib with your own hands you will need:

dye;
brush;
roller;
sponge.

Instructions for painting a bed with your own hands:

We remove the mattress from the crib and all other things that were on it.
We take the children's furniture item into a well-ventilated area.
If there is an old layer of paint, it must be removed. To perform this action you will need a spatula, an angle grinder with a metal brush attachment and a hair dryer.
Using fine-grained sandpaper, you need to sand the entire surface that you plan to paint. For large areas, you should use a drill with a special attachment for polishing surfaces.
Remove dust from the cleaned crib.
Wash small parts that do not require painting in soapy water and soap. Let's dry it.
We treat all surfaces with stain.
We are waiting for the crib to dry completely.
Let's put it together into a single whole.
Apply paint to all surfaces. This action must be carried out in two stages.
In the place where drops of paint have accumulated, carefully clean it with sandpaper or a cloth.
We take the bed outside or onto the balcony and leave it to dry completely.

If you are thinking about painting a baby crib with your own hands, then you can make an attribute of baby furniture with your own hands not only in one color, but also use different shades. Show your imagination and make your baby's crib unique.

If your baby has not yet been born, but is just planning to appear, then it is recommended to paint the crib three weeks before the appointed date. In this case, you will eliminate all defects and make children's furniture beautiful.
If the coating has peeled off, it is necessary to remove the old paint using solvents and sandpaper, and repaint the furniture.
It is possible to use aerosol paints. Then painting must be done outside in special clothing that will protect your body.
Keep an eye on the painted product. The surface should not be covered with dust, midges or other insects.
It will take about eight hours to dry the furniture.

Be sure to try to take precautions and not use harmful materials

The covering of a crib for a child should be chosen not only depending on the color. The paint must be environmentally friendly and free of toxic materials.

It should also be taken into account that the child may want to chew on the crib, so special attention should be paid to the safety of the paint.

conclusions

The main requirement for paint and varnish materials in a children's room is their safety. It is very important to take the choice of product responsibly in order to do it competently and correctly.

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The painting process itself does not take much time, but it requires a special, well-ventilated room, or the ability to leave the painted structure outside for a while.

If you don’t want to waste your time and effort on choosing and installing paint, contact a specialized company where an experienced craftsman will do everything quickly and correctly.

Painting process

It takes very little time and expense to remodel an old wooden crib. All work consists of the following stages:

First of all, disassemble the crib into its component parts; old paint, if any, must be removed and the wooden surfaces polished with fine-grain sandpaper, trying to make them as smooth as possible; sand large parts using a special round attachment on a drill with emery pads; remove dust from treated surfaces in order to apply paint and varnish materials in an even, clean layer; Wash small parts and grilles thoroughly with soapy water and dry well; sanded elements should be coated with a water-based stain that has the same tone as the gratings; assemble the furniture, firmly connecting all the parts; Apply clear acrylic varnish or paint to all elements, including grilles

The choice of varnish should be given special attention. It must be safe for children's toys and not contain harmful substances

It is good to use one that is water-based, odorless, dries very quickly and is absolutely harmless to the child’s health. Paint or varnish must be applied in 2 layers; at the next stage, use a rag or sandpaper to walk along the edges of the product where drops of paint could have accumulated; After painting, the baby crib should not be left in the fresh air (on the street or on the balcony) until the paintwork has completely dried. Otherwise, small debris or insects may stick.

For painting you will need a roller, brushes and a sponge. Large, flat surfaces should be painted with a roller. Brushes of different sizes are convenient to use for rods and crib posts; a sponge works well for small elements.

Stages of painting a bed

Before painting an interior item, you need to remove the top layer of varnish and paint from it. To do this, it is worth sanding the surface of the product. Depending on the type of coating, the work can take up to several hours. Next, if necessary, the master seals cracks, cracks and chips that may have appeared on the surface during the use of the piece of furniture. At the request of the owners, a specialist can tighten the bed bolts and strengthen the joints of the parts. To level the surface on which the paint will be applied, craftsmen use putty. After it has dried, you can proceed to painting. Paint selected for the type of material is applied to the bed from a spray can or with a brush. To properly paint the bed, the worker will apply the finishing material in 2-3 layers. Once the paint has dried, the surface can be varnished.

Paint the bed

of any type, the employees of “5 Masters” will help you. We will provide a full range of services to update the appearance of a piece of sleeping furniture. A specialist will help not only paint the product, but also repair it. The cost of the work will depend on its complexity. You can check the price, as well as get advice on other relevant issues, by calling or writing to us.