I've been trying to decide whether to make chalk paint or buy it.
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Penny Corn
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I mixed my own paint for the only project I've ever done with chalk paint. I'm trying to decide if it would be worth it to purchase ASCP or mix my own. I also am trying to find out the value of mixing the paint with calcium carbonate versus plaster of paris. Any input?
12 answers
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I've been pondering the very same thing. Would love to know what you decide to do.
Patty Reisz
on Apr 02, 2014
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I used plaster of paris to mix my own. It was much cheaper than buying it ready made, and I could control how chalky I wanted it. The one thing I highly recommend is sifting the plaster of paris to make sure you get all of the lumps out otherwise you get a lot of gritty little balls in your mix.
Denise Van Hulst
on Apr 03, 2014
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Ratios? paint to plaster of Paris? What kinds of paint, satin, semi etc?
Jan Remling
on Apr 03, 2014
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Mix it in an old blender and store in glass jar with plastic wrap over the top of jar then the lid. I also use the plaster of paris mixture. You can also make your own milk paint,search you tube for tutorials and recipes of both.
Tamir DuCharme
on Apr 03, 2014
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Hello Hometalkers.....I am planning to make my own...as in here (Buenos Aires) I havent been able to find it...the " recipe" I have is...8 oz of latex paint....2 tbs plaster of Paris....2 tbs of water.....can anybody tell me....what to use to give it a touch of colour? I will paint some old set of drawers from my craft room....no high risks there : ) Thank you for any suggestions!!!!!
Adriana
on Apr 03, 2014
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I just did my 1st chalk paint project today. I painted laminate kitchen cabinets using calcium carbonate powder (purchased from Amazon) mixed with latex paint and I absolutely love the results! The powder is very fine and when mixed with warm water will give you a soupy texture. Pour it into your paint and stir to mix. Believe me when I tell you I didn't measure anything! As a matter of fact, I even diluted the paint with water because the doors were removed and sprayed with a paint sprayer. I must also add that the chalk finish dries rather quick. I experimented today and it paid off!
Lovely Home
on Apr 03, 2014
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I make my own, No limit on the colors you want!!!! and sooooo easy and cost effective!
Patricia W
on Apr 03, 2014
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I used joint compound that was already mixed added a little water to thin it. Added it to latex paint to a consistency like mayo. What a beautiful easy way to make chalk paint.There’s no set degree as to how much you can thin the joint compound. Much depends on the ultimate effect you want to achieve. The best answer is to just thin it a little, then experiment as you continue to mix your paint. Read more: http://www.doityourself.com/stry/how-to-mix-paint-and-joint-compound#b#ixzz2xtBQJJgY
Dee
on Apr 03, 2014
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PS Joint compound will give similar results as calcium carbonate when mixed with paint!! Joint compound is composed of a mineral called gypsum which is a form of calcium. So it’s basically chalk’s cousin. It’s the stuff you would use to patch a hole in your dry wall. You can get a small container of it for like $2 at Wal-Mart.The larger bucket is $5 at Lowes
Dee
on Apr 03, 2014
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I'm concerned that the additives to the paint will dilute the saturAtion of color. Any ideas?
Winter. i love everything old world rustic.
on Apr 04, 2014
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Two things to know are that first and foremost making DIY chalk paint is super easy and forgiving, so don't get too hung up on the perfect recipe. What you really want to look for is how chalky you want your finished paint finish to be. Once you have established how chalky your finish will be then keep that formula and mix it consistently so you have the same finish. As for paint color, yes if you mix colored paint it will lighten it slightly. I actually used a very horrifically ugly fuchsia chalkboard paint into white chalk paint to lighten it to a roughly Pearl Pink eraser color, then painted over that with pure white chalk paint and sanded it for a distressed finish (baby crib) and it was super cute. The second thing to keep in mind is finishing off the chalk paint. It will rub off so you want to varnish or wax it. Keep in mind what the purpose is as some waxes are turpentine based and not suited for kids' furniture. I used a water based varnish. Also keep in mind some waxes will change the color, as will oil based varnish (it yellows over time) and water based varnish stays clear.
Denise Van Hulst
on Apr 05, 2014
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Has anyone used chalk paint as a primer for latex paint?
Dee
on Apr 05, 2014
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