Can you use poly over chalk paint for a nicer finish.

Hello, you can use polyurethane over the chalk paint. If you have stains you need to cover I would use kilz or if you are covering a dark color with a light color, otherwise I would so you do not have to use it.

Like is definitely recommended before painting with any paint. I'm not sure if a poly finish over chalk paint; I will be using a tinted wax finish over my cabinets once they are painted. I prefer the "antiqued" look of the wax, but I have no knowledge as to how it will hold up in my kitchen. Hope this helps.

Yes you can use poly over chalk paint. I have a side table that gets used heavily and I wanted a more durable finish so I waxed the sides as normal but used a matte finish water based poly on the top. Looks great and has held up well!

http://www.prettydistressed.com/2014/06/using-polycrylic-sealer-with-chalk-paint.html

Why are you using it if you don't like the feel? Use a nice satin finish paint.

clean the piece well, paint with the chalk paint then seal it with a polycrylic sealant in a finish of your choice (matte, satin, semi gloss or gloss) I prefer that to the wax finish

yes