Create your dream nursery
A new baby is an exciting change not only for your family, but also your home. Changing a room from a spare to your dream nursery is a fun and rewarding project. Here are a few simple steps to help you get started with your refresh. Colours featured: Dulux Lip Gloss Half and Lexicon® Half.
Follow 7 easy steps to get you started:
Choose the perfect nursery colour
Pastel pinks, muted greens, or subdued blues? Finding the right colour can depend on the size and space of your baby's room or your overall desired theme.
Choose the right paint
Dulux UltraAir® is a great paint choice to help you get back in your room sooner, with a Quality lasting finish. UltraAir emits significantly fewer emissions than regular paint, and with hardly any odour, you can get back into your space after just 3 hours. Backed by third party certifications like GreenTag Platinum Health it's better for you and your family. Learn more about UltraAir®.
Style inspiration
Cool colours
Cool colours can have a calming effect and make your baby’s bedroom feel more spacious and relaxing.
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Add a nursery feature wall
If you have limited space in your baby’s room, a feature wall is a great way to open up the area. It also adds a bit of fun and personality to the room.
When choosing your wall, consider your space as a whole to find the best focal point. Avoid choosing a wall with windows that give the room it’s natural light, as these two focal points may clash.
The lighting in your baby’s room is another important thing to consider. Some colours can change in different lighting conditions, which is why we recommend testing them first using a Dulux sample pot, sticker or A4 card.
Refresh your ceiling
The ceiling is also an often overlooked aspect of a nursery. It’s important to give your ceiling some thought — if your nursery has a low ceiling, try painting it white or a light neutral shade like beige, cream or ivory. This helps give your ceiling the illusion of height.
Dulux UltraAir® Ceiling pairs with your wall paint for a low emissions solution. It's the perfect paint choice if you’re looking for ultra-low chemical emissions and odour paint to help you maintain indoor air quality.
Be sure to follow our guide on ceilings for more helpful tips.
Time to paint step-by-step
Here's what you'll need to get started:
Colour & Paint
Tools & Accessories
High-quality synthetic brush (for cutting-in)
Roller extension pole
Paint pot – for cutting in
Roller tray
Drop sheets
Any other accessories you might need to achieve your desired design effect. (e.g. roller, large brush, sea sponge, muslin rag)
We’d love to see your nursery DIY transformation. Share your before and afters with us here or post on your socials using #DuluxDIY for the chance to be featured. Image by @kh.designed
Dulux UltraAir® products
An ultra-low chemical emissions paint ideal for all interior walls and where minimal light reflection is desired.
An ultra-low chemical emissions flat ceiling paint that reduces the appearance of imperfections and minimises reflection.
A primer with ultra-low chemical emissions that is proven to emit fewer chemical emissions.
An ultra-low chemical emissions paint that softens the effect of glare making it ideal for rooms with large windows and hallways..
The Dulux Professional® Roller 11mm nap has excellent pick-up and release and are designed for matt, flat and low sheen water-based paints on smooth and semi-smooth surfaces.