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.
Painting over bed frame.
There s approximately 4ft from top of arch in bed frame to ceiling.
Paint or stain your bed frame as you wish depending on the finished look you want.
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.
7 apply the primer to the bed frame with a paintbrush while it s lying on the drop cloth or while it s propped.
To paint your bed frame begin by applying multiple thin coats of painting primer.
To transform an old fashioned frame into a bright cheerful piece do as our decorating editors do.
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.
Add wood finishes around the space for a.
Move the frame piece over to the painting area before dusting off the next item.
How to paint a wooden bed.
Fresh paint on the bed frame perhaps combined with a new comforter and pillow shams can transform a bedroom.