Since i use a lot of chalk style paints mostly annie sloan which i love i thought i d write a post detailing the pros and cons of chalk paint for furniture.
Chalk paint furniture.
Really beautiful results and you do not need to be an expert crafter to try this yourself.
Chalk painting furniture has been one of the most popular ways to paint furniture projects and crafts.
Chalk paint furniture ideas 1.
However my method has pretty much stayed the same.
To prepare your furniture first remove any handles and other hardware and wipe the surface with a damp cloth.
These are some of the best and most beautiful chalk paint furniture ideas from amazingly talented diy bloggers who specialize in painted furniture makeovers.
Today i m sharing how i paint a piece of furniture using chalk paint from start to finish.
It helps you to achieve a farmhouse style with painted furniture and shabby chic home decor.
Here you ll find the pros and cons of chalk paint for furniture so you can make an informed choice for your next makeover.
Chalk painted nightstand makeover.
My product preferences have evolved a bit since this was written so i have updated this post to reflect those changes.
However although something is popular doesn t mean that other alternatives can t work as well or better at a much smaller price point.
No longer do you have to spend hours and hours sanding and priming since the ultra thick formulation sticks to just about any surface and lets you skip right to the painting.
Then fill in any cracks with filler and sand the surfaces down to help the paint stick.
Check out this tutorial that shows you exactly how to use chalk paint to update an old nightstand.
To wrap up the year my furniture fixer upper friends and i decided to put together some of our favorite painted furniture makeovers we use a variety of brands of furniture paint as well as different furniture painting techniques.
Add some do it yourself furniture upgrades to your home by following the easy step.