To paint your bed frame begin by applying multiple thin coats of painting primer.
Painting over bed frame.
For best results use a sprayer to apply both the primer and paint coats but if you are brushing apply the primer and paint in several thin coats to prevent drips and runs.
Paint or stain your bed frame as you wish depending on the finished look you want.
There s approximately 4ft from top of arch in bed frame to ceiling.
Grab a can of paint for a modern feel and greater durability choose a glossy finish we used a brilliant fire engine red to freshen up this classic wooden cannonball design and dressed the bed with linens that pick up the color.
Fresh paint on the bed frame perhaps combined with a new comforter and pillow shams can transform a bedroom.
How to paint a wooden bed.
Move the frame piece over to the painting area before dusting off the next item.
Splurge on a bed frame with a headboard for the ages.
7 apply the primer to the bed frame with a paintbrush while it s lying on the drop cloth or while it s propped.
Other options are to hang a single statement piece of art over the bed a gallery wall arrangement of art pieces in various sizes or multiple same size art pieces arranged in a grid like kelley nan did so beautifully in her guest bedroom.
To transform an old fashioned frame into a bright cheerful piece do as our decorating editors do.