99 Nights in the Forest has grown into one of Roblox’s most captivating survival experiences, balancing resource gathering, base defense, and now—thanks to its latest update—personal expression. With the arrival of the long-awaited Decoration Update (sometimes called Furniture Update Part 2), players have been introduced to a surprising new tool: the paintbrush.

The Paintbrush in 99 Nights in the Forest: How to Get It

The paintbrush isn’t just another cosmetic gimmick—it’s tied to a broader philosophy of the developers: giving meaning to the hours spent surviving in the forest. You’ll first discover the tool at the fishing hut, where it can be picked up and added to your collection.

An overhead shot from the Roblox game 99 Nights in the Forest, showing a player character standing over a crafting table with a "Pick Up" prompt. On the table, there are multiple paintbrushes and a hammer. A cultist figure is also visible on the wall in the background. — Image Credit: Grandma’s Favourite Games

But before you imagine painting everything in sight, it’s important to note: not all items are paintable. Instead, the brush works best with objects that logically fit the idea of color customization—such as cups, carpets, or certain decorative furniture items.

What You Can and Cannot Paint in 99 Nights in the Forest?

Here’s a quick breakdown of the items that you can paint over and the items you cannot decorate in the game:

✅ Paintable items include:

Carpets and rugs
Cups and plates
Wheelbarrows
Gazebos and select structures

❌ Non-paintable items include:

Most wooden furniture (tables, benches, shelves)
Flower pots
Street lamps and lanterns

The rule of thumb? If the item feels functional and grounded in survival aesthetics, chances are it won’t take color. If it’s decorative or meant to personalize your space, the paintbrush likely works.

A 3D render of a male Roblox character with a brown crew cut, a dark green long-sleeved shirt, and dark brown pants, levitating against a dark blue night sky with a full moon and silhouetted trees and mountains in the background.

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99 Nights in the Forest Paint Colors and Customization Options

The paintbrush comes with a surprisingly wide color palette—black, white, yellow, orange, red, and more. There’s no hard cap on customization, meaning your base can become anything from a warm, homey retreat to a psychedelic survivalist’s camp.

An in-game screenshot from the Roblox game 99 Nights in the Forest. The player character, wearing a party hat, holds a paintbrush while standing in a forest. On the right side of the screen, there's a "recolour" prompt next to a blue paintbrush icon. The character is near a large, hollow log. — Image Credit: Grandma’s Favourite Games

Some players may take this opportunity to create vibrant gathering spaces—rows of multi-colored cups arranged for a “party effect.” Others will prefer subtle accents, such as a single crimson gazebo as a watchpoint. The point isn’t just survival anymore—it’s survival with style.

An in-game screenshot from the Roblox game 99 Nights in the Forest showing a grid of different color options. The "SELECT COLOUR" menu is a large pop-up window in the center of the screen, displaying 30 different colored squares, including various shades of red, green, blue, pink, and white. — Image Credit: Grandma’s Favourite Games

The Furniture Trader in 99 Nights in the Forest and New Decoration Items

Another highlight of the update is the Furniture Trader, who now offers more than 60 items in rotation. Each time you meet him, the set is randomized, making every encounter an opportunity to discover something new—be it a mushroom chair, pond, or hedge.

Coins, once a resource that piled up with little purpose, now feel far more valuable. With cultists dropping them in abundance, players finally have meaningful ways to spend them beyond weapons and essentials. In this sense, the Decoration Update doesn’t just add aesthetics—it reshapes the in-game economy.

Why the Paintbrush Update Is Helpful in 99 Nights in the Forest?

For players focused purely on surviving as many nights as possible, the ability to paint may seem secondary. Yet, the developers understand something vital: survival games thrive when players can express ownership of their world.

A fortress can keep cultists out, but a decorated home base keeps you invested. Whether you’re painting a gazebo bright red, arranging hedges around a tree, or simply matching your carpet to your campfire glow, the paintbrush turns survival into something more enduring—belonging.

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