How to paint simple forms in a kid’s mural?

If you want to paint a mural for your child and don’t feel very confident about your artistic talents, you might want to choose a very simple design.
Despite of the drawing, you could even transfer it using a projector, the process of painting has two major challenges: being able to outline the figures and [...]

How to use a colored glaze when painting a child’s mural

Glaze is a clear medium that we can add to the paint to make it translucent and to slow the drying time.
In order to paint in a wall with latex, we need to use a water based glaze. Even though it is milky white, it will not change the color of the paint when it [...]

How to paint stripes in my child’s bedroom?

Painting stripes is a very time consuming technique, and it requires more time taping than painting, but once the work is done, you can see it was worth the effort.
The first thing you need to do, is to measure the wall. Then you have to decide how wide you want your stripes, divide this number, [...]

Should I use a primer before I paint my baby’s mural?

The primer is a specifically prepared white paint that it is used to coat the walls before you paint them. It is very important to use a primer, because it will seal the wall, cover imperfections, cover any old paint that you might have, and give you a fresh start.
The primer is the only paint [...]

How to trace a simple baby’s mural

The easiest way to trace a baby’s mural is coping an existing design or drawing. If you are not and artist, but you want to paint for your baby, look for an image or a design that pleases you. You can use children’s picture books, illustrations, cartoon characters or even clip art.
Choose an image that [...]

I am not an artist, could I paint a mural for my baby?

Some people are very handy and they can definitely paint a simple mural without having any artistic background.
Designs based in geometric shapes, solid figures or very schematic illustrations, are easier to paint for the amateur muralist, but you if have never done something similar, it would be wise to practice your skills first.
You should outline [...]

How to use warm or cool colors when painting a mural

When we want to paint a mural for our baby or child when need to be aware of the importance and the power of using color.
Every color has some tendency toward a warm or cool shade. Generally speaking the group of warm colors includes the reds and yellows and blue is the primary cool color, [...]

Paint safety when painting a child’s mural

Paint safety is crucial to accomplish your project. You need to protect your eyes, your lungs and your skin.
The first concern you must find is lead. If the house was built before 1970, you must use a lead test kit, do not sand your wall and check with your local authorities. If the wall is [...]

How to mix colors when painting a mural

Mixing colors to paint a mural can be a challenge if you are not an artist. You do not need to buy every single color you are going to use in the mural; because you can mix your own colors and get an endless amount of new shades and tones.
They are some simple rules that [...]

How to choose a paint sheen for a baby’s room?

The paint sheen can make a great difference in  the overall appearance of your child’s room. It is not only about how it looks, but also about its maintenance.
The paint sheen affects how you perceive the colors, the same color can look lighter or darker if the paint is prepared with a different sheen. The [...]

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