What furniture can you use chalk paint on?

Quick, easy and perfect for beginners, and with no sanding or priming needed, it can be painted straight onto surfaces, including wood, metal, plastic and brick, producing full coverage and a perfect chalky finish. Before we tell you how to chalk paint furniture, we asked Annie about the mistakes to avoid.

Is chalk paint good for furniture?

Chalk paint is commonly used on furniture, as it gives pieces a gently aged appearance and is easy to distress. It’s a great option when working on an intricate furniture design, as you don’t have to sand or prime the surface you’re painting.

What is the difference between chalk paint and furniture paint?

How Is Chalk Paint Different From Other Paints? Besides its matte finish, chalk paint differs from traditional paint in several other ways. One of the benefits is that it doesn’t require any prep work—it can paint right over most clean, dry surfaces (except for metal or shiny laminate), even if they’re already painted.

Will chalk paint wash off furniture?

Does chalk paint scratch easily?

While chalk paint is known for being durable, the paint alone won’t give you that tough outer layer. Without a protective topcoat, chalk paint can scratch easily. Waxing is a 2-part process that requires you to apply the wax with a brush and then clean and buff it to wipe away any excess wax.

What are the pros and cons of chalk paint?

PROS AND CONS
  • Chalk paint dries quickly.
  • Chalk paint is thick and requires less coats of paint.
  • There’s no need to prime.
  • If painted over already sealed wood, tannins of the wood will not seep into the white paint, causing brownish stains.
  • Chalk paint will hide heavily grained wood like oak.

Do you need to seal chalk paint?

The important thing is to completely seal your piece so no water can get in and damage your paintwork. Stir Chalk Paint® Lacquer well before starting and regularly during use. All the good stuff tends to sink to the bottom! Apply a thin coat of Lacquer.

Do you have to sand before using chalk paint?

Chalk paint adheres to furniture beautifully without the use of primer and (usually) no sanding. A quick cleaning is typically all you need.

Do you have to wax chalk paint?

Should Chalk Paint Be Sealed? When you chalk paint furniture, you always have to use a soft wax or protective finish to protect the surface. Every painted furniture piece needs to be covered in a substance that will stick to the surface and also protect the piece long-term.

Does chalk paint chip easily?

Chalk paint is not durable on it’s own and need some kind of protective finish. Chalk paint has a much easier alternative to wax if you are looking for a good protective clear coat for furniture.

Do you need to seal chalk paint?

The important thing is to completely seal your piece so no water can get in and damage your paintwork. Stir Chalk Paint® Lacquer well before starting and regularly during use. All the good stuff tends to sink to the bottom! Apply a thin coat of Lacquer.

How long does chalk paint last?

1 to 5 years
While chalk paint can last from 1 to 5 years if stored properly, chalk paint will dry up much faster than that if left exposed to air. If your chalk paint has thickened considerably since last use, know that you can thin it with water if you’d like to use it again.

Do you need to sand before using chalk paint?

Chalk paint adheres to furniture beautifully without the use of primer and (usually) no sanding. A quick cleaning is typically all you need.

What is the best finish to put on chalk paint?

Polyurethane
Polyurethane. Polyurethane is one of the best options for coating your chalk paint projects. This is because it’s very easy to use and it provides an incredibly durable cover. Oil-based polyurethane is a great choice for indoor and outdoor projects as well as furniture and tables.

Why did my white chalk paint turn yellow?

Sometimes, the top coat activates the tannins in in wood, and causes them to bleed through to stain the piece. Other time, when the top coat pools up in the sculpted details, cracks and crevices of your piece of furniture; any where where the top coat can collect; the yellowing may intensify to a much higher degree.

What is the best brush to use with chalk paint?

The best brush for chalk paint is one with nylon bristles, but you can certainly have a beautiful end result with a synthetic brush. Sanding lightly before applying wax is helpful in getting rid of brush strokes.

How many coats of chalk paint should you use?

Apply at least two coats of paint, and then two or three coats of Chalk Paint® Wax or Chalk Paint® Lacquer to seal and protect them. Remember to always test your cabinets first with both paint and lacquer.

Why is my chalk paint chipping?

Paint may seem dry to the touch, but it should be left to “cure” for at least 3-5 days. If you use a piece of furniture before it’s adequately cured, it can lead to chipping and peeling paint almost immediately.

How do you seal chalk paint without yellowing?

Is it better to brush or roll chalk paint?

Depending on the size of the object you’re painting, you can opt to use a brush, roller, or spray gun to apply chalk paint. How you apply the paint will depend on your applicator of choice: To use chalk paint with a brush: For a smooth, uniform finish, choose a natural-bristle brush with long, flexible bristles.

Why does my chalk paint look streaky?

Most likely the chalk paint is so dry it is pulling some of the solvents away from the High Performance, causing an uneven finish or the appearance of streaking.