14 Creative Ways To Paint Your Kid's Room

Children’s rooms shouldn’t be boring and plain. Get inspiration from these easy and fun DIY examples. Pick up a brush to create your child’s dream room with BEHR® Premium Plus Ultra Interior Paint and their array of vibrant colors.

1. Paint the bed frame.

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If you can't commit to a mural, this is the perfect solution for you.

2. Make a stripe.

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A single stripe is relevant to children of all ages. This adds a pop of color, while still maintaining a room's simplicity.

3. Paint only near the floor.

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A lofted bed is any kid's dream. Turn it into a treehouse by painting the floor green and adding grass to the perimeter of the room.

4. Paint above the headboard.

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This is a great way to add your child's favorite color to a white room.

5. Paint the backs of shelves.

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Having trouble deciding on one color? Buy a few shades of it to create this clean, design solution.

6. If your kids share a room, paint each half of the room differently.

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Sharing a room can be difficult. By splitting the decor in half, you can satisfy both children’s personalities.

7. Mix patterns with bright colors.

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Never feel tied down to painting each wall the same color. Be bold! Be brave!

8. Consider a repeating geometric pattern.

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Circles are ideal because you don't have to worry about them perfectly lining up. If they overlap, they just create an interesting shape.

9. Create a mural around a focal point.

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Choose your child's favorite picture, or hangable object, to create a starting point for a wall design.

10. Paint only one wall and the window panes.

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This makes sure that darker colors do not overpower a room.

11. Add a comic book flare.

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Paint the room bright colors and add fun superhero slogans on the walls or headboards.

12. Do a space shuttle theme.

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Try using existing wall panels as your guide to divide colors. Add silver plates on the wall to simulate the experience of a space ship.

13. Use simple stencils.

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Choose large shapes for an easy DIY mural that your child will love.

14. Cover the wall with bright polka dots.

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Fearful this is too much? You can tone down all of the color with white sheets and furniture.