Ok so i started a project with chalk paint and as i was prepping to seal i came to the realization that it wasn t what i wanted i thought chalk paint was the only way i lightly but it took a while sanded the credenza used the zinsser bin primer shellac and did 3 coats of chalky paint hopeful that the polycrylic would give me the durability and modern sleep sheen i was looking for.
Chalk grey furniture paint.
Whether you re trying chalk paint for the first time or you re an expert diyer behr s white interior chalk paint is a top rated option for all skill levels.
Chalk paint is a latex based paint that gives furniture and walls an ultra matte finish that s easy to distress.
Here s my easy to follow steps for this beautiful diy gray chalk paint furniture makeover.
If your paint is in a poor condition and is flaking off you need to sand back to the bare wood.
Our old entertainment center was perfect for this diy gray chalk paint furniture makeover.
Then i mixed a little of tea rose chalk paint and a little bit of mason dixson grey chalk paint together and painted that custom paint color over the very bottom drawer.
For paint that s in a good condition just lightly sand it with 240 grit sandpaper to help the chalk paint stick.
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It adheres easily to most surfaces and dries to a soft matte finish.
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A few months ago i used this layering and distressing technique on a diy pedestal table base well i loved that white and grey distressed paint look so much that i wanted to see it on something bigger.
Chalk paint colors are all the rage thanks to their matte finish which is ideal for giving furniture and diy projects a rustic feel.
When that was dry i went back over that drawer with my sanding block again to expose both the white and the grey chalk paint underneath that drawer.
This is easiest done with 120 grit sandpaper and an electric sander.
The great thing about chalk paint is that there isn t a huge learning curve or a.
Let the dust settle and wipe it up with white spirit and a cloth.
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Chalk paint can be used to paint almost anything walls kitchen cabinets metal wood and even fabric but the most common use is to give new life to old furniture or to make newer pieces look old.
So colorful too you can buy chalk paint in just about any color you wish.