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
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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.
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Once you're ready to get started, open your paint and give it a good stir. Then, start to apply your first paint color with a soft-bristle brush. For this project, we used a Purdy® Nylox™ Dale.
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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.
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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.
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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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