Decorating a Bedroom in a Dale Earnhardt Sr. Theme
Dale Earnhardt Sr. was a successful NASCAR driver who drove the Goodwrench No. 3 car. Decorate your bedroom, or your child's, in a Dale Earnhardt Sr. theme to pay your respect to this legend and keep his memory alive. A Dale-themed room can work for a young boy who is fascinated with race cars, a teenager who wants a sophisticated race-themed bedroom or an adult who wants an elegant bedroom dedicated to his hero. Does this Spark an idea?
Things You'll Need
- Paint
- Paintbrush
- Paint roller and pan
- Wall decor
- Furniture
- Bedding
- Curtains
- Accessories
Instructions
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Paint the walls red, or leave them white if red is too bold. If you'd prefer one wall to serve as an accent wall, paint it red or in a checkered flag pattern. Adding a simple checkered flag, NASCAR or custom-painted border around the room is another way to establish your Dale Earnhardt Sr. theme.
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Hang wall decor that complements your theme and the tone of decor you want to establish. For example, frame posters of Dale Earnhardt Sr. and his car, or create a shadow box with memorabilia. There are adhesive wall decals featuring Dale, his No. 3 car, checkered flags or other NASCAR-related images that will work as well.
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Paint your furniture black or white, if possible, to match Dale Earnhardt Sr.'s color scheme of black, red and white. Include specific Dale-themed pieces, such as a chair or beanbag. Younger children might enjoy a bed in a race car design, particularly if it's painted like Dale's car. Add stickers to the bed or dresser from Dale's sponsors, such as Goodwrench. Include shelves, whether freestanding or installed on the walls.
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Make the bed with Dale-themed bedding or use his colors. For example, use black-and-white checkered sheets with a red and black reversible comforter if you don't want to commit to the theme completely. A Dale Earnhardt throw can cover the comforter or duvet. Hang black, red, white, checkered or Dale-themed curtains to match the bedding.
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Accessorize the room with Dale Earnhardt Sr. items, such as replica diecast cars, small Dale Earnhardt Sr. figurines or action figures, and any racetrack memorabilia you might have. Add Dale Earnhardt Sr. or tire-shaped pillows to the bed. Place a rug in the center of the bedroom with a racetrack design for a child or an image of Dale and his car.
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Tips & Warnings
If you aren't completely committed to the theme or if you change your mind frequently, keep the major items, such as furniture and the walls, in a simple color scheme of black, red and white. Hone in on the theme through the use of accessories, which are generally less expensive and easier to switch out when you do want a change.
Avoid filling a child's room with Dale Earnhardt Sr. collectibles that could be damaged.
Do not put small items in a child's room that can pose a choking hazard.
