How to Paint Baby Furniture
Painting baby furniture is a way to prolong the life of the furniture and give it new life. This can be especially helpful when refurnishing used furniture given to you by someone or if you are taking an older child's furniture and giving it to a younger sibling. You must be careful, however, to use the proper paint and tools to ascertain the furniture is safe for your child. Does this Spark an idea?
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Instructions
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Read the manufacturer's directions for the furniture, if available. The manufacturer will tell you in the instructions (perhaps in the assembly instructions, especially for a crib) if the wood can be painted. Some furniture may have a clear protective coat on it, which may need to be sanded and removed before any additional paint is applied.
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Take the furniture to a well-ventilated area to be sanded and to apply the new coat of paint. Place any cloths or tarps to protect the flooring from the sand and paint.
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Sand off any previous coatings of paint on the furniture. Be sure to smooth any rough edges or spots as well.
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Brush off any remaining dust particles from the furniture, and vacuum the entire piece of furniture to be sure all the sand particles are removed.
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Apply the lead-free latex-based paint in the color of your choice to the furniture. Allow the furniture at least 24 hours to dry.
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Inspect the furniture to be sure all spots have been painted thoroughly, and apply a second coat if needed. Allow the furniture to air dry and vent out for several days before moving it into the child's room. (This will eliminate the amount of toxins in the room.)
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Tips & Warnings
Latex-based paints typically have less toxins in them than enamel-based paints.
Use a safe, lead-free based paint. Paint the furniture in a well-ventilated area while it is being sanded and painted to avoid any harmful fumes in your home near your children. Allow the furniture to air out for at least 3 to 4 days after it has dried to be sure all fumes have been removed before taking it into the child's room.
