Where do I get colored chalk paint?
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Judy Parkey on May 29, 2014Some of the stores have a few neutral colors of the DecoArt brand. To get a wide selection of colors you need to order it online or have it delivered to the store. I tried it and wasn't real excited about it after anticipating I would be. I prefer to mix my own. I am attaching a link that gives the codes to Behr paints matched up to Annie Sloan Chalk Paint Colors. Behr has changed many of their codes since this list was made but the co-workers at the stores have been very patient with me and finding the current code. Here in a bit I'll be listing the code to ASCP "Florence". http://altard.com/altard/annie-sloan-chalk-paint-color-comparisons/Helpful Reply
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Teresa Schroepfer on May 29, 2014you can make your own with the plaster paris receipe or you can go on line and look for a dist. for Anne Sloan paint.Helpful Reply
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Becky on May 29, 2014I have tried it all an my fav is to mix paint ( I never measure) to about 1/3 cup of sifted calcium carbonate. I use a really old flour sifter and sift it into a bowl. I then add bits of warm water til it's like pudding. I then add it to the paint and stir well. The color possibilities are endless ;)Helpful Reply
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Shari on May 29, 2014Various recipes for homemade chalk paint are all over the internet, Home Talk and Pinterest. This blogger did a comparison of the 4 most popular homemade chalk paint recipes: http://salvagedinspirations.com/best-homemade-chalk-paint-recipes/ A lot of companies are jumping on the chalk paint craze so there are numerous commercial brands of chalk paint now. Many, like Annie Sloan, are only sold at specialty stores or boutique-like shops. Home Depot sells a chalk paint called Americana Decor but colors are very limited and it is apparently available online only. Here's the link: http://www.homedepot.com/s/americana%2520decor?NCNI-5 Just last week, I saw a (very small) display of chalk paint in Michaels but I can't remember the brand. It might have been the Americana Decor brand Home Depot carries online but I just don't remember for sure. If you want the Annie Sloan brand of chalk paint you can go to her website, type in your zip code and find the closest retailer. http://www.anniesloanunfolded.com/retailers Many retailers will ship if you don't have one close to you. CeCe Caldwell ( http://cececaldwells.com/ ) and Webster's ( http://websterschalkpaintpowder.com/ ) are two other popular brands. Have you heard about or tried milk paint? I've been using a lot of Miss Mustard Seed's milk paint and I think I actually like it better than Annie Sloan chalk paint. MMS milk paint comes in powdered form and you mix it with water (and a little Bonding Agent if you don't want chipping). You can mix it as thick or thin as you want. (I HIGHLY recommend getting the $6.00 battery operated milk paint mixer/frother as it really helps to eliminate the clumps and thoroughly blends all the color pigments that are in the powder.) Miss Mustard Seed's milk paint is cheaper than Annie Sloan chalk paint, it dries with a matte finish like chalk paint, it can be distressed like chalk paint, and you seal it with wax or poly like chalk paint, or you can also use Miss Mustard Seed's Hemp Oil to seal. I absolutely love all of her colors! And here's a Frequently Asked Questions about MMS milk paint: http://www.missmustardseedsmilkpaint.com/faqs/ Here's a short video summary of the Miss Mustard Seed colors: http://www.missmustardseedsmilkpaint.com/colors/ Robyn Story Designs up here in Tampa offers free shipping on all Miss Mustard Seed milk paint products. http://shop.robynstorydesigns.com/miss-mustard-seeds-milk-paint-free-shipping/?p=catalog&mode=catalog&parent=136&pg=1&pagesize=60 You can buy small sample packets of MMS milk paint from Robyn Story Designs here: http://shop.robynstorydesigns.com/milk-paint-samples/Helpful Reply
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Wendy Johnson on May 30, 2014thanks for the info on the milk paintHelpful Reply
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Sherrie on May 30, 2014Where to Buy - Websters Chalk Paint Powderwebsterschalkpaintpowder.com/where-to-buy/ Lett's Shop Again 1907 N. 66 Ave., Hollywood, Florida 33024, (754) 217-3358. 1097 NE 45 St Oakland Park, FL 33334Get DirectionsPhone number(954) 351-9901Business websitetlcdesignstudio.net They also said both of them carry Annie Sloan paint. Michael's is also carrying chalk paint. With a coupon it might be more affordable. Just google it. IHelpful Reply
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Maria Vivier on May 30, 2014Thanks everyone for your quick responses!!!Helpful Reply
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Wheelbarrow Cottage on May 30, 2014Some good info on making your own vs buying chalk paint!! https://shabbypaints.com/paint-coverage/Helpful Reply
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Grainne on Mar 31, 2015I found some in Walmart. Not a big selection though. Royal blue, black. Green, white, cream and a few others. They also have the wax.Helpful Reply
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