11 Sep Painting Tips for Your Child’s Sports-Themed Room

If the recent Olympics have got your child starry-eyed for soccer legends and running heroes and swimming superstars, we’ve got tips to help you find, design and execute the perfect theme for your little one.

Points to ponder before the starting whistle

Before cracking open the cans of paint, it’s important to start planning the project. Here are some pointers.

How big do you want to go?

The first consideration is how immersive you want the room to be. Perhaps a simple sports-themed colour pallet will be sufficient, such as the cool blues of a swimming pool. Or perhaps you’re considering a detailed mural which captures all the excitement of the game. Whichever you choose, it’s important to temper your ambition with feasibility.

Speak to your child

The project is ultimately for your child, so involve them in the process rather than indulge in your own obsessions or nostalgia. Your child has their own personality, so be sure to personalise their space accordingly. Furthermore, involve your child in the process as it happens, from choosing colours to placing decals and even painting sections.

Be flexible for the future

As kids grow, their tastes change. Your soccer enthusiast of today might fall out of love with the sport in a year. Try and plan for flexibility – removable decals or repaintable sections are a good option for this, instead of permanent murals.

Work to a budget

If you’re going for a complex mural, costs could spiral. Establishing a budget up front will help you prioritise the features that are essential and find innovative solutions for those that aren’t.

Ideas and Inspiration

Here are a few ideas to capture the spirit of your child’s favourite sport.

Team colours, logos and mascots: Your child will love a room dedicated to their favourite team.

Field lines: Use the distinctive markers of a soccer, hockey or rugby field as decorative aspects.

Goal posts: Paint goal posts onto the wall behind the bed’s headboard.

Stadium vibes: Dedicate a wall to images of stadium seating or cheering fans. Add stadium-style lights to the ceiling for extra atmosphere.

Famous athletes: Painted silhouettes or life-sized decals can capture’s your child’s favourite athletes in action. You can also hire an artist to paint a portrait of the hero. Another nice touch would be to add inspirational quotes from famous athletes.

Leave room for your child’s own achievements

Painting your child’s name in lights above their trophy shelf, creating a drawing of them on the front page of a newspaper, or adding a portrait of them on the wall are all wonderful ways to celebrate your kids and inspire them to greatness.

Pelham Painters are ready to join the team

If you’re bursting with ideas but lack the DIY know-how to make them into masterpieces, get in touch with Pelham Painters in Hobart. We’ll be happy to bring your child’s personality to the fore with a beautifully designed sports-themed bedroom.