Very often, cribs are inherited, often a mother puts her baby to bed in the same cradle where she rested when she was in infancy. It is a pity to throw away such things, especially if the furniture is wooden and made of very high quality.
It is necessary
- - new mattress;
- - sandpaper;
- - hard brush;
- - primer;
- - paint suitable for the treatment of children's furniture;
- - napkins and glue for decoupage;
- - a burning device.
Instructions
Step 1
Examine the crib carefully, check the condition of all its parts. You definitely need to replace the mattress with a new modern model that will help your child grow correctly and will not deform the spine. Never leave an old cotton or foam mattress.
Step 2
The crib wheels will also need to be replaced so that they move easily, allowing you to quickly move the furniture to where it will be convenient for you to lay the baby.
Step 3
Disassemble the item carefully. If any of the wooden parts of the crib are broken or badly damaged, set them aside and order similar ones from the carpentry shop.
Step 4
Remove the old cracked coating with a special remover or coarse sandpaper. Remove debris from the work area and finish off with fine sandpaper. Use a stiff brush to remove dust from treated wood.
Step 5
Treat the crib with a special primer that will protect the wood and help the new surface to fit better. Choose paint only for indoor use and suitable for children's furniture. There are textured coatings based on acrylic latex, which are ideal for crib restorations. Apply the paint with a synthetic brush or small roller.
Step 6
When working, strictly follow the recommendations specified in the instructions for use. For a rich, vibrant color, apply another coat of paint after the first is dry. For additional decorativeness, paint each rung on the crib with paint in a different color.
Step 7
The crib can be decorated with decoupage napkins. Stick the fun designs on the outside of the backrests and cover with a suitable water-based varnish.
Step 8
If you have the opportunity and skill, you can try to burn out the ornament on the bed with a special device. Choose a drawing that is simple, crisp and clear. You can write some kind wish or nursery rhyme in a stylish and interesting font.
Step 9
The baby spends a lot of time in the crib and the study of the outside world begins with this piece of furniture, so restore the thing with love and tenderness, carefully and carefully.
