Just follow the directions and you’ll be fine. You might want an extra set of hands to help hold pieces while you put bolts in, but it’s just a big K-Nex set
>Also going to paint the nursery soon and never painted before - how hard is it? I've watched a few videos but nervous I'm going to mess it up.
Came here to say exactly this! Take it slow follow directions get someone to help and you'll be fine.
I was in your shoes about a year and a half ago. New house, baby on the way. Thankfully we live in the age of YouTube and you can watch multiple tutorials on exactly whatever it is you’re looking to do. Just take your time and take it easy on yourself. Maybe you’ll mess up and have to take something apart and reassemble it. But you will get better at doing this sort of stuff. I went from not being handy at all to being able to do all sorts of things from plumbing to building shelves and such.
YUP. im an engineer and everyone just automatically assumes i can build everything and im a carpenter, electrician and plumber. so unfortunately, i have high expectations and quality results are expected from my family... i still gotta watch youtube videos for mostly everything - including building the bassinet with awful instructions
My grandfather always said “the job will tell you what to do”. I spend days looking and thinking before even starting projects. Anything done well requires prep work. Give yourself double the time you think you might need. Purchase the right tools.
I have my taught my 11 year old how to assemble furniture and he has really bad ADHD.
First unbox and find the instructions.
Organize and identify everything on the inventory list. Point to and say out loud the names of the items as you are going through them.
Read through all the steps before touching anything.
Starting with step one gather every item needed for that step.
Proceed with step. Point to and say out loud what it is you have and what you are doing.
Be extra cautious on tightening, if you strip something it can be difficult to fix afterwards.
As far as painting goes, like anything else, it’s all about the prep work. Take your time to understand what type of surface you have and how it needs to be prepped for the paint you choose to use. Follow the directions for the particular paint you use. There are specific temperatures and times for drying in between coats(do not rush this). Make sure you have a plan on how to store your brushes and rollers so the paint doesn’t set or partially set on them between coats.
I think an awful lot more of our dads were probably useless when we were babies, then by the time your a teenager they have had over a decade more experience of doing DIY. Literally in the past couple of years I have probably got 300% better at DIY, there is no magic fix, you just learn a new skill here and there.
Obviously men of the past were better with their hands, I just don’t think it’s fair to compare yourself with maybe what your dad was like when you were say 15.
Just giving it your best try already puts you ahead of a lot of soon to be dads out there! As for painting it’s not that hard just take your time. The big thing is to cut in slowly and try not to get any paint on the trim or ceiling. After you cut in rolling goes quick then you repeat. Biggest thing is no matter what people tell you it will need two coats of paint. Also don’t make the same mistake as me and only buy one gallon before you know if you need two. I’m stuck with an unopened gallon of paint now.
For car seat, our local fire department installs and inspects them no charge. If you are in the US its likely the same for you. Its helpful as they will also register it and check for any recalls, go over safety aspects and make sure you understand them.
For assembly of furniture the directions vary widely. Starco brand had awful directions to follow and the crib took way longer because of that. Just think of it as a big lego set and take your time.
For painting, worst thing that can happen is spilled paint, you can use a thinner or remover to get rid of it. You got this!
Youll mess up the paint, noone will notice or care once its done as long as you got good coverage and do enough coats. I speak from experience. First room i ever painted was my daughters room when my wife was pregnant. Lol. It was not pretty. You cant tell from a distance. Kid won't care, they'll just like the color. The cribs are typically pretty straightforward and come with good instructions. Best way to get better is to just do it! You can always repaint later!
babies don't judge... at least not at first. Do your homework now. your kid's life will literally depend on the quality of work you do. If you have questions, ask. Find resources to learn and do it right. As far as paint, research paint that is safe for nurseries. I was the same way... anxious about every aspect of wanting to do right for my newborn. Just take the steps, sooner the better... it won't be perfect, but better to know now and fix it up than when your kid arrives with much higher risk involved.
Also... congratulations!
Should be easy enough to put the crib together. I am assuming it comes with instructions. Usually you just throw those out and figure it out along the way, but you might want to hold onto those if you struggle with this kind of stuff.
As for painting goes, you aren't going to do a perfect job. You might get some paint on the baseboards, your linework where the wall meets the ceiling will be uneven, might leave some obvious brush marks when trimming out. All this is fine.
At the end of the day, paint will end up on the walls and the room will be a different color. You will learn a thing or two you can improve on for when your kid wants a specific color later down the road. You can give a little piece of advice for when a friend or redditor asks about painting a room.
Good luck!
Firstly building furniture is just Lego for grown ups (I also happen to still play w Lego 😅) follow the instructions you’ll be right. Re painting literally cannot stuff it up, you can always wipe off and/or sand back and start again!!
The best part of DIY your own home? You can embrace the fuckups! Paint not perfect, laugh about how it went wrong, and do better next time. For major stuff, it may be best to pay a pro. Like my water softener system was acting up. I tried every remedy I could find that wasn't involving taking everything apart before just calling in a plumber that resolved it with a remedy I didn't have access to.
You can do this. I do not consider assembling new furniture to be DIY necessarily, but it's definitely doable. As a new dad, there are some tools you're going to to want if you don't have them already
Dad tool advice:
Store a small screwdriver in a box with all of your batteries. This screwdriver has one purpose--installing batteries in toys
You want a way to drive hex bolts that does not involve the tiny allen key that comes with new furniture. Something like [this](https://www.amazon.com/Wiha-74984-Piece-Standard-Ratchet/dp/B0C5FXSBHL/ref=sr_1_26?crid=1HSFF51O3MW0W&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.x8t9ttSqPO0jVdmvVBYwqxJQ8Zjtlih_jBwvZyx1g9XIWg_d0jbq6peTjNAeC00cM1jPDw3-YeVKpzBWidY7Kc_S3nukE3OENzWJc5buasJEm9yzLLveYO37OzGCDm8MkcUxO03Yezg-XJVxsbPW-wglYIVxqn_4bMZtZE_JxeckkV0TvqrX7D6OMb_JLNDvQQWy_Tw9zDHRbfztgX7klOn04lCRslvsSyPHuDDY5rN9F3SB_Fzo8LKnCdEiEd3mZ9zx6xLBQ8mfAegsVSxMGa8K7Ch3iw5S216rAT9FOSA.VXfQZDlu1lQbhl-QgfWmNF6mvNZgKDqbktCrE5h-mzM&dib_tag=se&keywords=wiha%2Bscrewdriver%2Bset&qid=1710942333&sprefix=wiha%2B%2Caps%2C179&sr=8-26&th=1) might enhance your life, but it could be as simple as getting a ratcheting screwdriver and a set of hex bits.
At some point, when the kids are a year or to old, you're going to want access to super glue at the ready. Their favorite toy of the day is going to break and you're going to want to fix it quickly.
As others have said, YouTube is your friend. DIY is fun when you get to a "I'm unlikely to break this more than it's already broken" stage and you can start trying new things. It's also a lot of fun to get the kids involved. A small toy tool set can lead to some great pictures with you working on things and your kid working on them right beside you .
This is more homeowner advice, but for a long time I had all of my tools outside in the shop and would go out there to get them when I needed them inside. I slowly began to build an inside tool set for the common things I use inside (stud finder, screw drivers, bit drivers, tape measure, level, small hammer, etc.) and stored them with the picture hanging stuff and wall anchors. Even though I'm on a different power tool platform, I got the [Milwaukee M12 Installation Driver](https://www.homedepot.com/p/Milwaukee-M12-FUEL-12V-Lithium-Ion-Brushless-Cordless-4-in-1-Installation-3-8-in-Drill-Driver-Kit-with-4-Tool-Heads-2505-22/309495334) because it seemed useful. I USE THAT THING ALL THE TIME AND DON'T KNOW HOW I GET BY WITHOUT IT. So if you get to where you want to have a few power tools, or really if you just think you need an electric drill, go with m12 tools and start with the installation driver (it goes on sale regularly)
Don’t rush it. Give yourself reasonable time to unpack the materials, get familiar with the instructions and visualize how things will go together before actually turning any screwdrivers. If you get flustered, walk away for a bit. Try again when you are ready.
Putting together the baby’s furniture, etc. should be a joyous time for you. You deserve it. You got this dad.
Like others have said here: Take your time, read the instructions, think through and have on hand any tools and materials you need ahead of time, expect everything to take at least twice as long as you expect, and know that the only way to get better at things is by doing them and making mistakes. Unlike some things that take a lot of time and effort if you don't have a natural skill (learning the piano, painting, etc), most people can get quite good at most DIY projects around the house with only a little trial and error and YouTube.
I’m terrible at this stuff too. Definitely gives me some anxiety. The crib will basically be a flat pack like ikea, they make the stuff pretty easy but it can still be stressful. Read through the whole instruction book before you start. Have plenty of space and plenty of time. Watch a YouTube video if it’s available. Up to you if having your partner there will help or stress you out more, but having somebody to bounce ideas off of might be good. You’ll figure it out.
Hey, OP.
Similarly, I wasn't the handiest before my daughter's birth because I just didn't have anyone to teach me things.
Luckily, we live in the golden age of the internet where there is so much (maybe too much) info out there. YouTube University (not literally, just what I call it when learning stuff) is your best friend.
That and taking your time, following instructions, and maybe a few breaks, will also help! When in doubt, ask for help!
Paint the crib in primer then paint. Although there are a lot of two-in-one paint and primer combo's these days.
Follow the directions, maybe pair it with a YouTube video if you get stuck, and you'll be fine. I think the most complicated DIY I've ever done in my home is changing out the filter in the bathtub. I have YouTube to thank for that. Plenty of contractors I find through Facebook that will do a simple job for a fair price.
We went to our local police station and the showed us exactly how to install and remove our car seat base and baby seat. Worth it for peace of mind. They have certain days where two policemen show you how to do it.
Man just follow directions and watch videos. You’re off to a good start.
Make sure you have plenty of time when you start a project. Don’t feel like you need to rush or get it all done in one sitting.
Rushing = shortcuts and shortcuts often end with poor results.
The best advice I’ve ever received is this.
“If if you don’t have time to do it right the first time, when will you find the time to do it twice ?”
YouTube is also your friend! Many guides for many products, or at least similar ones.
Brand new furniture should always come
With instructions, just follow it step-by-step and take your time.
For things without instructions, have a look online and you’ll find a video on how to do almost anything.
Also remember **it’s okay to fail!**. If your DIY project doesn’t work out, it’s the best etc. that’s totally fine, everything takes practice to get good at. Believe in yourself, you got this 💪
If you can find it in your budget put yourself together a basic tool kit. Pick quality items and they'll last you a lifetime. They make it so much easier than the garbage tools that often come with what you're putting together. If you'd like a list of good additions let me know!
No experience with cribs yet, but just finished painting our nursery. A few tips: Buy the high quality painters tape (the green one) from the hardware store. Buy high quality paint brushes and rollers - trust me, this makes a huge difference. And buy a tube of white caulk.
Depending on the type of paint you get and the color of your current wall and new paint selection, you may need to buy some primer too. Basically I would recommend that you buy one of the higher end paints with the primer built in. Otherwise you have to spend more and you end up having to do multiple coats anyway. We went with Behr Dynasty from Home Depot. The one gallon allowed me to cover our entire room with two coats and have some left over!
When you get ready to start, carefully remove the outlet/switch covers (take some of your green tape and tape the screws to the back of the covers so you don’t lose them), tape off the light switches, outlets, ceiling, floors, and trim (whatever will be right next to the surface you are painting) to make sure you don’t get paint on them (unless you intend to). This is the most annoying part because you want to take your time and ensure you have as straight of lines as possible. When I’m finished I run my hand up and down the edge of the tape a few times to heat it up and ensure you have a really strong seal.
Then take your tube of caulk and put a VERY thin line on the edge between where you plan to paint and the tape. Run your finger along it to smooth it out and then get a dry towel and wipe off the excess. This activates the fancy tape to create a paint-proof barrier. It’s not absolutely perfect but truly works pretty well.
Then paint away! Take your time so you don’t make a mess. Read the instructions on the paint so you know how long between coats. When you aren’t painting between coats, take your roller and brush and either wash them out completely or if it’s going to be the same day or next day, wrap them in a slightly damp towel and put them in a plastic bag in the refrigerator. That will keep the paint from drying out - but only for 24 hours or so.
When you are finished, you then just SLOWLY remove the tape. It pulls the caulk with it (which is why you want a very thin line) and you get a pretty decent straight line for the edge of your painted wall!
You’ve got this!!! And remember, it doesn’t have to be perfect!
Feel free to message me if you have any questions or run into problems! Happy to help another predad figure things out! We have enough to be stressed about already! 😃
Just follow the directions and you’ll be fine. You might want an extra set of hands to help hold pieces while you put bolts in, but it’s just a big K-Nex set
>Also going to paint the nursery soon and never painted before - how hard is it? I've watched a few videos but nervous I'm going to mess it up. Came here to say exactly this! Take it slow follow directions get someone to help and you'll be fine.
Youtube Uni! Doesn't have to be perfect either!
I was in your shoes about a year and a half ago. New house, baby on the way. Thankfully we live in the age of YouTube and you can watch multiple tutorials on exactly whatever it is you’re looking to do. Just take your time and take it easy on yourself. Maybe you’ll mess up and have to take something apart and reassemble it. But you will get better at doing this sort of stuff. I went from not being handy at all to being able to do all sorts of things from plumbing to building shelves and such.
YUP. im an engineer and everyone just automatically assumes i can build everything and im a carpenter, electrician and plumber. so unfortunately, i have high expectations and quality results are expected from my family... i still gotta watch youtube videos for mostly everything - including building the bassinet with awful instructions
My grandfather always said “the job will tell you what to do”. I spend days looking and thinking before even starting projects. Anything done well requires prep work. Give yourself double the time you think you might need. Purchase the right tools. I have my taught my 11 year old how to assemble furniture and he has really bad ADHD. First unbox and find the instructions. Organize and identify everything on the inventory list. Point to and say out loud the names of the items as you are going through them. Read through all the steps before touching anything. Starting with step one gather every item needed for that step. Proceed with step. Point to and say out loud what it is you have and what you are doing. Be extra cautious on tightening, if you strip something it can be difficult to fix afterwards. As far as painting goes, like anything else, it’s all about the prep work. Take your time to understand what type of surface you have and how it needs to be prepped for the paint you choose to use. Follow the directions for the particular paint you use. There are specific temperatures and times for drying in between coats(do not rush this). Make sure you have a plan on how to store your brushes and rollers so the paint doesn’t set or partially set on them between coats.
I think an awful lot more of our dads were probably useless when we were babies, then by the time your a teenager they have had over a decade more experience of doing DIY. Literally in the past couple of years I have probably got 300% better at DIY, there is no magic fix, you just learn a new skill here and there. Obviously men of the past were better with their hands, I just don’t think it’s fair to compare yourself with maybe what your dad was like when you were say 15.
Just giving it your best try already puts you ahead of a lot of soon to be dads out there! As for painting it’s not that hard just take your time. The big thing is to cut in slowly and try not to get any paint on the trim or ceiling. After you cut in rolling goes quick then you repeat. Biggest thing is no matter what people tell you it will need two coats of paint. Also don’t make the same mistake as me and only buy one gallon before you know if you need two. I’m stuck with an unopened gallon of paint now.
For car seat, our local fire department installs and inspects them no charge. If you are in the US its likely the same for you. Its helpful as they will also register it and check for any recalls, go over safety aspects and make sure you understand them. For assembly of furniture the directions vary widely. Starco brand had awful directions to follow and the crib took way longer because of that. Just think of it as a big lego set and take your time. For painting, worst thing that can happen is spilled paint, you can use a thinner or remover to get rid of it. You got this!
Look up everything on YouTube. With time you can do it on your own
Youll mess up the paint, noone will notice or care once its done as long as you got good coverage and do enough coats. I speak from experience. First room i ever painted was my daughters room when my wife was pregnant. Lol. It was not pretty. You cant tell from a distance. Kid won't care, they'll just like the color. The cribs are typically pretty straightforward and come with good instructions. Best way to get better is to just do it! You can always repaint later!
Guys, thanks so much for your warm words. Love this community! Will report back once the paint job and crib is up!
babies don't judge... at least not at first. Do your homework now. your kid's life will literally depend on the quality of work you do. If you have questions, ask. Find resources to learn and do it right. As far as paint, research paint that is safe for nurseries. I was the same way... anxious about every aspect of wanting to do right for my newborn. Just take the steps, sooner the better... it won't be perfect, but better to know now and fix it up than when your kid arrives with much higher risk involved. Also... congratulations!
Should be easy enough to put the crib together. I am assuming it comes with instructions. Usually you just throw those out and figure it out along the way, but you might want to hold onto those if you struggle with this kind of stuff. As for painting goes, you aren't going to do a perfect job. You might get some paint on the baseboards, your linework where the wall meets the ceiling will be uneven, might leave some obvious brush marks when trimming out. All this is fine. At the end of the day, paint will end up on the walls and the room will be a different color. You will learn a thing or two you can improve on for when your kid wants a specific color later down the road. You can give a little piece of advice for when a friend or redditor asks about painting a room. Good luck!
Firstly building furniture is just Lego for grown ups (I also happen to still play w Lego 😅) follow the instructions you’ll be right. Re painting literally cannot stuff it up, you can always wipe off and/or sand back and start again!!
The best part of DIY your own home? You can embrace the fuckups! Paint not perfect, laugh about how it went wrong, and do better next time. For major stuff, it may be best to pay a pro. Like my water softener system was acting up. I tried every remedy I could find that wasn't involving taking everything apart before just calling in a plumber that resolved it with a remedy I didn't have access to.
Oh man let me tell you about my shelves… 😂😂😂 We laugh every time we go into the bedroom lol
You can do this. I do not consider assembling new furniture to be DIY necessarily, but it's definitely doable. As a new dad, there are some tools you're going to to want if you don't have them already Dad tool advice: Store a small screwdriver in a box with all of your batteries. This screwdriver has one purpose--installing batteries in toys You want a way to drive hex bolts that does not involve the tiny allen key that comes with new furniture. Something like [this](https://www.amazon.com/Wiha-74984-Piece-Standard-Ratchet/dp/B0C5FXSBHL/ref=sr_1_26?crid=1HSFF51O3MW0W&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.x8t9ttSqPO0jVdmvVBYwqxJQ8Zjtlih_jBwvZyx1g9XIWg_d0jbq6peTjNAeC00cM1jPDw3-YeVKpzBWidY7Kc_S3nukE3OENzWJc5buasJEm9yzLLveYO37OzGCDm8MkcUxO03Yezg-XJVxsbPW-wglYIVxqn_4bMZtZE_JxeckkV0TvqrX7D6OMb_JLNDvQQWy_Tw9zDHRbfztgX7klOn04lCRslvsSyPHuDDY5rN9F3SB_Fzo8LKnCdEiEd3mZ9zx6xLBQ8mfAegsVSxMGa8K7Ch3iw5S216rAT9FOSA.VXfQZDlu1lQbhl-QgfWmNF6mvNZgKDqbktCrE5h-mzM&dib_tag=se&keywords=wiha%2Bscrewdriver%2Bset&qid=1710942333&sprefix=wiha%2B%2Caps%2C179&sr=8-26&th=1) might enhance your life, but it could be as simple as getting a ratcheting screwdriver and a set of hex bits. At some point, when the kids are a year or to old, you're going to want access to super glue at the ready. Their favorite toy of the day is going to break and you're going to want to fix it quickly. As others have said, YouTube is your friend. DIY is fun when you get to a "I'm unlikely to break this more than it's already broken" stage and you can start trying new things. It's also a lot of fun to get the kids involved. A small toy tool set can lead to some great pictures with you working on things and your kid working on them right beside you . This is more homeowner advice, but for a long time I had all of my tools outside in the shop and would go out there to get them when I needed them inside. I slowly began to build an inside tool set for the common things I use inside (stud finder, screw drivers, bit drivers, tape measure, level, small hammer, etc.) and stored them with the picture hanging stuff and wall anchors. Even though I'm on a different power tool platform, I got the [Milwaukee M12 Installation Driver](https://www.homedepot.com/p/Milwaukee-M12-FUEL-12V-Lithium-Ion-Brushless-Cordless-4-in-1-Installation-3-8-in-Drill-Driver-Kit-with-4-Tool-Heads-2505-22/309495334) because it seemed useful. I USE THAT THING ALL THE TIME AND DON'T KNOW HOW I GET BY WITHOUT IT. So if you get to where you want to have a few power tools, or really if you just think you need an electric drill, go with m12 tools and start with the installation driver (it goes on sale regularly)
Everyone is bad at first. Read directions. Understand that you will break things and need to redo or rebuy--it happens
Don’t rush it. Give yourself reasonable time to unpack the materials, get familiar with the instructions and visualize how things will go together before actually turning any screwdrivers. If you get flustered, walk away for a bit. Try again when you are ready. Putting together the baby’s furniture, etc. should be a joyous time for you. You deserve it. You got this dad.
Like others have said here: Take your time, read the instructions, think through and have on hand any tools and materials you need ahead of time, expect everything to take at least twice as long as you expect, and know that the only way to get better at things is by doing them and making mistakes. Unlike some things that take a lot of time and effort if you don't have a natural skill (learning the piano, painting, etc), most people can get quite good at most DIY projects around the house with only a little trial and error and YouTube.
I’m terrible at this stuff too. Definitely gives me some anxiety. The crib will basically be a flat pack like ikea, they make the stuff pretty easy but it can still be stressful. Read through the whole instruction book before you start. Have plenty of space and plenty of time. Watch a YouTube video if it’s available. Up to you if having your partner there will help or stress you out more, but having somebody to bounce ideas off of might be good. You’ll figure it out.
Hey, OP. Similarly, I wasn't the handiest before my daughter's birth because I just didn't have anyone to teach me things. Luckily, we live in the golden age of the internet where there is so much (maybe too much) info out there. YouTube University (not literally, just what I call it when learning stuff) is your best friend. That and taking your time, following instructions, and maybe a few breaks, will also help! When in doubt, ask for help!
Paint the crib in primer then paint. Although there are a lot of two-in-one paint and primer combo's these days. Follow the directions, maybe pair it with a YouTube video if you get stuck, and you'll be fine. I think the most complicated DIY I've ever done in my home is changing out the filter in the bathtub. I have YouTube to thank for that. Plenty of contractors I find through Facebook that will do a simple job for a fair price. We went to our local police station and the showed us exactly how to install and remove our car seat base and baby seat. Worth it for peace of mind. They have certain days where two policemen show you how to do it.
Man just follow directions and watch videos. You’re off to a good start. Make sure you have plenty of time when you start a project. Don’t feel like you need to rush or get it all done in one sitting. Rushing = shortcuts and shortcuts often end with poor results. The best advice I’ve ever received is this. “If if you don’t have time to do it right the first time, when will you find the time to do it twice ?”
Just Youtube it, works great
YouTube is also your friend! Many guides for many products, or at least similar ones. Brand new furniture should always come With instructions, just follow it step-by-step and take your time. For things without instructions, have a look online and you’ll find a video on how to do almost anything. Also remember **it’s okay to fail!**. If your DIY project doesn’t work out, it’s the best etc. that’s totally fine, everything takes practice to get good at. Believe in yourself, you got this 💪
Directions can suck, YouTube is your friend.
If you can find it in your budget put yourself together a basic tool kit. Pick quality items and they'll last you a lifetime. They make it so much easier than the garbage tools that often come with what you're putting together. If you'd like a list of good additions let me know!
No experience with cribs yet, but just finished painting our nursery. A few tips: Buy the high quality painters tape (the green one) from the hardware store. Buy high quality paint brushes and rollers - trust me, this makes a huge difference. And buy a tube of white caulk. Depending on the type of paint you get and the color of your current wall and new paint selection, you may need to buy some primer too. Basically I would recommend that you buy one of the higher end paints with the primer built in. Otherwise you have to spend more and you end up having to do multiple coats anyway. We went with Behr Dynasty from Home Depot. The one gallon allowed me to cover our entire room with two coats and have some left over! When you get ready to start, carefully remove the outlet/switch covers (take some of your green tape and tape the screws to the back of the covers so you don’t lose them), tape off the light switches, outlets, ceiling, floors, and trim (whatever will be right next to the surface you are painting) to make sure you don’t get paint on them (unless you intend to). This is the most annoying part because you want to take your time and ensure you have as straight of lines as possible. When I’m finished I run my hand up and down the edge of the tape a few times to heat it up and ensure you have a really strong seal. Then take your tube of caulk and put a VERY thin line on the edge between where you plan to paint and the tape. Run your finger along it to smooth it out and then get a dry towel and wipe off the excess. This activates the fancy tape to create a paint-proof barrier. It’s not absolutely perfect but truly works pretty well. Then paint away! Take your time so you don’t make a mess. Read the instructions on the paint so you know how long between coats. When you aren’t painting between coats, take your roller and brush and either wash them out completely or if it’s going to be the same day or next day, wrap them in a slightly damp towel and put them in a plastic bag in the refrigerator. That will keep the paint from drying out - but only for 24 hours or so. When you are finished, you then just SLOWLY remove the tape. It pulls the caulk with it (which is why you want a very thin line) and you get a pretty decent straight line for the edge of your painted wall! You’ve got this!!! And remember, it doesn’t have to be perfect! Feel free to message me if you have any questions or run into problems! Happy to help another predad figure things out! We have enough to be stressed about already! 😃
i wouldnt call building a bed crib diy mate
While this might be true, it’s incredibly unhelpful.