Planning your next upcycling project? Take a look at how to chalk paint furniture like a pro. Step 1: Preparation is key Whenever I paint furniture I use my favorite brush and it works with any chalk style paint including Rust-Oleum. A pplication& Sanding Stain Removal: Remove any stains promptly, most common stainse.g. dirt, ketchup, mustard, tea, coffee can be removed using a softcloth and warm soapy water. Do not use scourers or abrasive cleanersas these may mark the paint finish. Rust-Oleum also makes a Chalked Spray Paint. This is convenient for projects that are too detailed to paint easily with a brush. I’ve found that the application of the spray paint can be a little sheer and require more coats than expected.

Clean Up: Remove as much product as possible from applicationequipment before washing with water. Do not empty into drains orwater courses. Some local authorities have special facilities for thedisposal of waste coatings. If you are looking for a chalk paint with more color options, I would suggest Behr Chalk Style Paint at the Home Depot, Country Chic Paint, or Magnolia Chalk Style Paint (trendy/farmhouse colors). In the furniture painting world there are lots of opinions about the best paints and painting techniques. All of this advice and caution can make chalk painting feel overwhelming! But it really doesn’t have to be that way. Limitations: For interior use only. Temperature at time of theapplication and during drying should be greater than 5°C. To ensurepaint suitability for your particular project test on a small inconspicuousarea first. I do avoid chalk paint for projects in high-traffic/high-moisture areas. I know it’s SO tempting to use a “no-prep” paint with projects like kitchen cabinets, but the results will just not be what you hope for.

Chalked

One of my purposes in writing this Rust-Oleum Chalk Paint Review was to provide a helpful resource for those new to chalk painting and those new to Rust-Oleum Chalked. Rust-Oleum Chalked does have evident brushstrokes, which is a hallmark of chalk style paint. It is very chalky-feeling when dry and I always use a top coat for the feel and durability. The glaze will remain in the grooves of the piece and add depth and aging to the piece. You can wipe off as much as you like, but be sure to test the effects in an inconspicuous spot of your piece before applying the glaze everywhere.

Looking for the perfect shade of pink to flip a piece of furniture or complete a craft project? Try one of these 12 beautiful pink chalk paint colors! Here I’ve made you a shortcut by collecting 12 of my favorite pink chalk paint colors all in one place. These colors span a variety of brands and the graphic I created below makes it easy to see which color is the most like what you are envisioning.These options are very similar to the dark and white waxes available for antiquing furniture. If you can find the extra-small containers of glaze (I sometimes see these in craft stores like Hobby Lobby) they can be a great option for testing out. Drying Time: Touch dry in 2 hours. Apply a second coat after 2 hoursif necessary. Hard dry in 4 hours, full hardness achieved after 7 days. I usually use Rust-Oleum Matte Clear to top coat my furniture pieces painted with Chalked, but have also used the paint with Annie Sloan waxes and those products seem to complement each other just fine. How Does the Finished Product Look? Don't be afraid to move the brush in every direction all over the piece. This part doesn't have to be neat or precise, you just need to get the paint on there,' says Mark Husband, Product Development Lead at Leader Doors.

Cupboard painted in ’Victory Lane’ by Frenchic frenchicpaint.co.uk/@oh.for.the.love.of.furniture Step 6: Complete the look with chalk paint waxRemember that if you want one of the 29 custom-color mixes you need to choose a store that has the tintable bases available. To my knowledge, these stores are Menards and Ace Hardware, but call ahead to be sure.

A luxurious durable matt finish for interior walls and ceilings.Class 1 scrub rated for easy cleaning. Scuff and stain resistant.If you’ve discovered the fun of chalk paint, then you’ve probably realized that shopping for chalk paint is a bit different than shopping for a standard latex paint to paint a wall in your home. If you are looking for an ultra-low VOC chalk style paint you’ll want to select Annie Sloan Chalk Paint or Country Chic Paint. Both of these paints underwent extensive testing to confirm their low VOC status. Summary & Notes The color palette is a bit limited with additional colors available depending on where you shop (more on that in a moment). But the ease of obtaining the paint and the low cost make it popular in the furniture painting world.