Can anyone help with a question about using dark annie sloan wax.
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I used annie sloan paint on a dresser and then used dark wax on top of that. The sides of the dresser where I used the dark wax look funny. Parts of it are lighter then others. I tried rubbing it evenly but then it dried and now I don't like the look. How can I fix it so it looks even.
18 answers
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Add more clear wax to correct the problem, it will lighten the dark wax. did you put clear wax then dark? this is best to do so you can lighten if you don't like the look.
Tobey McCool
on Mar 03, 2014
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No Tobey I didn't put the clear wax first. I just put the dark wax. So can I repaint the sides and start over.
Cheryl Doperak
on Mar 03, 2014
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They always say use clear first so that the dark doesn't grab and go on too heavy. Clear wax on top and wipe off the dark may not remove enough for you. So yes, you can go right over the sides with a fresh coat of paint and try again, with clear first. Probably would be the best way and easiest way, in the long run. The paint goes over the wax just fine.
Deb193488
on Mar 03, 2014
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Yes, use clear wax before the dark wax and then just use a little dark wax for detailing. If you don't like the dark wax, you can apply clear wax and it should come off - but not totally. Always apply clear wax first so it doesn't "grab" into the paint. It looks like a nice project!
Patricia Presto/On The Surface
on Mar 04, 2014
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Wipe the sides down with mineral spirits. That should clean off the wax and you can start over.
Somewhat Quirky
on Mar 04, 2014
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I believe there is to much wax to take it all off with clear wax. Use either dentured alcohol or turpentine ( they have a Green Turpentine that is safe and low Oder at lowes). Rub it off. If you didn't use clear wax first the aging wax might have stained it, so re-paint it with a light coat of paint. Then use clear wax. Don't use a lot a little goes a really lomg way. And buff it out. Don't wait. You can always ad layers of wax a little at a time. When using the aging wax I use a chip brush. They are dollar brushes. I cut my brushes to look round. I put my aging wax on a piece of card board to allow the card board to absorb the oil for awhile before I use it. When you do this it makes the wax easier to work with and absorbs the liquid. I do this with both waxes clear and dark. Work a little dark wax in your brush. Since your sides are a large blank area I would stick to distressing it close to the edges. You use a little at a time and wipe it off. You are doing a little at a time. This gives you control. It gets into the colors, and ages it. Concentrate more on the front around the edges of the drawers and distressing it. I hope this helps. Everyone has added to much aging wax and had to tske it off. But when you wax waiting to long it's hard to work in unless you have a drill with the buffer attachment.
Sherrie
on Mar 04, 2014
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Cheryl, The easiest way to fix your waxing dilemma is to use regular mineral spirits - not the green kind as they don't work the same on Annie Sloan Paint. You should be able to use a soft lint-free rag or cheese cloth to get the wax off. It won't hurt if you leave a little of the dark wax behind in the corners, and you can start your wax finish over with a coat of clear before you use dark again to "age" it. When I first started painting with chalk paint I did exactly what you did, and it is easily fixable! It will take a bit of time and careful wiping so you don't take your paint off too, but it will work. I always use clear wax as a first coat, even on dark colors, as it prepares the chalk paint surface to receive the dark wax evening so the distressing meets your preference. Have fuN!
Debbie Dickman - The Magpie's Cottage
on Mar 04, 2014
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As an experienced Annie Sloan user start over it's the easiest. After using her wonderful paint for some time I still often start over if it's not the look I want. Always always use clear wax before dark wax.
Sandy
on Mar 04, 2014
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I like the way it looks. You can probably sand it down and add more paint then go with the clear wax and then dark again, but only use a little. Remember a little goes a long way.
Kelli
on Mar 04, 2014
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My Annie Sloan stockiest specifically cautions against using green mineral spirits, so I don't.
Debbie Dickman - The Magpie's Cottage
on Mar 04, 2014
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Don't feel alone, I also, learned this technique the hard way!
Robin J
on Mar 04, 2014
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although I have used clear wax before the dark wax I have applied too much of the dark wax and had to remove some. I did this by using another layer of clear wax over the dark wax to help remove some.by working the clear wax over the dark wax it heats it up and somehow melted away and it should lighten it up are hopefully remove it all for you can start over again. painting the peace over with the wax on it may be a difficult task because the wax tends to make it harder to paint. Good luck you have a lot of different options here
Linda Davis
on Mar 09, 2014
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I see a lot of people using dark wax all over light colour pieces, I only use dark wax to accent, I do not cover a piece with it. I think it looks good on dark painted pieces if you put it on properly, using clear wax first and then working in a bit of dark wax. But I find if you use too much on a white or cream pieces instead of it looking aged, it looks dirty. If you are not sure how to use the wax, instead of ruining a piece, take a class taught by an experienced stockist where you buy your paint. And if you can't do that then please watch one of Annie Sloans video's showing you how to use the wax. These will help you tremendously to have the beautiful piece you desire. Tobey
Tobey McCool
on Mar 10, 2014
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When I first started using chalk paint I had this same problem with a desk I painted in grey and white. I took a heavy grade piece of sand paper and sanded where the brown wax was too heavy and I got an amazing look. I sanded to whole thing, heavier in areas where the color was funny and the finished look was amazing! I then covered the whole piece in clear wax. It made it look aged and brought back some of the original paint color.
Madison McGahan
on Mar 10, 2014
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Thanks everyone for the help I appreciate it. Its great having a place to get so much help and positive feed back. :)
Cheryl Doperak
on Mar 10, 2014
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I also just used only a dark wax and it also looks uneven, fortunately the piece that i used it on was painted with graphite so it's not so bad, but from that experience I'm now a firm believer in always using a coat of clear wax first.
Kathy mcallister
on Sep 25, 2014
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Madison McGahan, thanks for sharing that experience, that inspires me to not just settle or give up, just keep trying something else. good job
Kathy mcallister
on Sep 25, 2014
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I always use the clear wax first then I mix some clear and a dab of dark wax together. Still gives me the look I want without being too heavy.
Kathy Thornton
on Oct 14, 2014
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