How to Paint a Two-Toned Headboard
Transform a basic white headboard into a bold two-toned headboard for a lively bedroom aesthetic. The best part? Painting a headboard is a quick weekend project, leaving you with plenty of time to rest and relax.
Supplies for This Project
STEP 1
Prep
First things first: Prep your surface. Clean and sand your wooden headboard in the direction of the grain, then use a damp cloth to remove any residual dust.
Tip: We recommend sanding with a heavier grit first to remove any large blemishes or rough spots, then smoothing out the wood with the fine grit.
STEP 2
Prime
Once you're ready to get started, open your primer and give it a good stir. Then, start to apply it with a soft-bristle brush. For this project, we used a Purdy® Nylox™ Dale.
STEP 3
Paint First Color
After drying, begin painting your first color. We chose to skip the tape for this project and free-hand the two colors of paint - just keep a damp cloth on hand for any drips or touch-ups.
Tip: When you’re painting with two colors, always start with the lighter color. That way, you can cover any mishaps with a darker hue.
STEP 4
Paint Second Color
Now that the lighter color is complete, we painted the outside of the frame with our darker color. Allow the paint to dry according to the package, then apply a second coat if desired.
STEP 5
Reassemble Bed
Once the frame is dry, the bed is ready to be assembled.
Tip: Always clean your brushes for future use. Learn how to properly store and dispose of paint here.
Colors We Used
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