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    • Instructions: Make XXL illuminated numbers yourself with the WAGNER W 690 FLEXiO

    The party season is open! Trendy illuminated wooden letters or numbers are now an essential part of any party or home decor.

    No matter whether it's a birthday, wedding or New Year's Eve party. The XXL illuminated numbers are not only a stylish focal point. They are affordable, sustainable and also create a cosy and romantic atmosphere. Although there are large illuminated numbers for hire, the ones you make yourself are much more customisable for the occasion, a lot cheaper and therefore within any budget.

    With the paint sprayer from WAGNER, the illuminated wooden letters or numbers are sprayed in record time. With this great inspiration, you can definitely create the perfect decoration for any celebration!

    What you need:

    • Paint
    • Wooden panel/ plywood panels
    • Light bulb light chain
    • Measuring jug
    • Wood glue
    • Work gloves
    • Respiratory mask

    A step-by-step guide: Build your own illuminated wooden numbers

    Step 1: Draw numbers and drill holes

    Step 1: Draw numbers and drill holes

    Draw the letters or numbers and the holes for the bulb opening at regular intervals on the wooden board. Transfer the circumference of the lamp holder to the wooden board.

    Step 2: Cutting numbers

    Step 2: Cut out numbers

    Cut out the marked letters or numbers with a jigsaw. Before cutting outs the numbers, first pre-drill a small hole for the jigsaw in each corner with a cordless drill.

    Step 2: Cut out numbers

    Cut out the marked letters or numbers with a jigsaw. Before cutting outs the numbers, first pre-drill a small hole for the jigsaw in each corner with a cordless drill.

    Step 2: Cut out numbers

    Cut out the marked letters or numbers with a jigsaw. Before cutting outs the numbers, first pre-drill a small hole for the jigsaw in each corner with a cordless drill.

    Step 3: Drill holes

    Step 3: Drill holes

    Now drill the holes for the LED lights with a Forstner bit.

    Step 4: Cut out the side pieces of the letter

    Step 4: Cut out the side parts of the wooden number

    Mark the side pieces on a wooden board and cut them to size with the jigsaw.

    Step 4: Cut out the side parts of the wooden number

    Mark the side pieces on a wooden board and cut them to size with the jigsaw.

    Step 5: Sanding wooden parts

    Step 5: Sand wooden parts

    Sand the cut wooden parts with sandpaper.

    Step 5: Sanding wooden parts

    Sand the cut wooden parts with sandpaper.

    Step 6: Glue on side parts

    Step 6: Glue on side pieces

    Glue the side pieces to the sides of the letter with wood glue. This creates the three-dimensional look of the numbers

    Step 7: Prepare material

    Step 7: Prepare material

    Pour the paint into the paint container of the paint sprayer If necessary, dilute the material with water. You can use the enclosed yellow stirring stick for this. Stir everything well until the paint is completely mixed.

    Step 8: It’s time to start spraying!

    Step 8: It’s time to start spraying!

    After this, it’s time to start spraying. Start by spraying onto a cardboard with the paint sprayer to check that all the settings are correct. Once you have found the perfect spray pattern, spray in even strokes parallel to the object, this will give you the best results.

    Step 8: It’s time to start spraying!

    After this, it’s time to start spraying. Start by spraying onto a cardboard with the paint sprayer to check that all the settings are correct Once you have found the perfect spray pattern, spray in even strokes parallel to the object, this will give you the best results.

    Spraying tips

    Do you need more information on the procedure for spraying? In our Tips & Tricks with Carina you will find more information on how you can easily spray correctly.

    Step 9: Insert bulbs

    Step 9: Insert bulbs

    Once the paint has dried, insert the light bulbs to make your wooden numbers shine.

    With this great end result, not only will your fairy lights shine, but also the eyes of your party guests!

    Step 10: Enjoy the result!

    Step 10: Enjoy the result!

    These LED numbers are something very special and also makes an excellent gift for the bride and groom or the birthday boy or girl - just surprise your loved ones with it! 

    If you're looking for more inspiration for creative DIY projects, whether for the garden, for the home or for crafting, take a look at our project finder.

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