Sealing painted furniture
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as I too am new at this I have painted 2 pieces of furniture using chalk paint i do not have the clear soft wax what other product could I use that I get at a home depot etc? thanks
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I would think that home depot should have the wax. Not to put too fine a point on it, but having the right ingredients to complete a project is important. Now that the furniture is painted, you could let it rest until you find the wax, and as long as you don't put anything wet on it, it will keep. The clear wax is a protectent, and doesn't change the color of the project, other than giving it a bit of a sheen, so enjoy it as it is and wait until you can fine the wax. Congratulations on your first chalk paint project! Be proud of your accomplishments!
Rose Hominick
on Feb 10, 2014
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thanks!!!! i am having fun....
Donna Narciso
on Feb 10, 2014
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You can use min wax wipe on poly for dark colors or poly acrylic of the light colors...both are available at the hardware stores
Barbara Boyles
on Feb 11, 2014
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In my opinion there is only one chalk paint, Annie Sloan Chalk Paint and you need her wax. Go to www.royaldesignstudio.com and order your paint online and you will have it in days! You will love it!
Sandy
on Feb 11, 2014
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I would think that using the Minwax Paste Wax or Johnson's Finishing Wax would be just fine. The most important step is protecting the finish (and your hard work!).
Cher @ Designs By Studio C
on Feb 11, 2014
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I have Anne Sloan clear wax, however, I have also used Johnson Paste wax on projects and did not find it yellowing at all and left a protective cover for my projects. You may experience different results, I don't know, but it worked for me in a pinch.
Debbie
on Feb 11, 2014
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For a clear durable finish I use Poly acrylic. It does add a layer of shine though but it will protect it from water ring marks. I bought a small can for less than $10 at Lowes. I'm sure they have it at Home Depot as well.
Carla Clark
on Feb 11, 2014
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Hi @Donna Narciso! Congrats on your first chalk painting experience. I just want to let you know, while wax does provide a beautiful finish, there are reasons you'd choose a clear coat, such as Polycrylic instead. Wax requires maintenance. You will need to re-wax your piece periodically and if you are using a solvent based wax, that can be a job! For high traffic pieces, I prefer a clear coat. There are many options out there and all will work just fine with any brand of chalk style paint! All the best with your finishing step!
Angela Davis- A to Z Custom Creations
on Feb 11, 2014
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thanks a bunch i am very excited i am doing a few pieces now!!!!
Donna Narciso
on Feb 11, 2014
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THANK YOU ANGELA DAVIS
Donna Narciso
on Mar 03, 2014
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Stick with the Annie Sloan wax. You can order from wwww.royaldesignstudio and have it shipped to your door.
Sandy
on Mar 04, 2014
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