Asked on Nov 03, 2014
Paint Question
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MARY FISHER
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What is chalk paint and what makes the difference on different textures or facings?
12 answers
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chalk paint has an additional ingredient that makes it stick to the surface better then other paints. You don't have to sand or prep your surface in any way except to clean it. You can make your own chalk paint and it is a lot cheaper. There are many sites that will give you the recipe. I use plaster of paris a little water and a cup of paint and that makes enough to do a large dresser. The other advantage to chalk paint is it is really easy to distress and then you can use dark wax to age it or clear wax. You have to wax it to seal it. I love how easy it is to use. I just finished a large dresser and it had a shiny finish on it. After washing it with TSP I painted it, sanded it to look distressed and then gave it a dark wax. I know use it as my entertainment center. It is beautiful
Ginger Robinson
on Nov 03, 2014
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There are many different kinds of chalk or mineral based paints. I've used many and now love this line so much, we carry in our store. American Paint Company is hands down my favorite to use. Google or go o the website. Our waxes are food grade and no petroleum so yiu can work on your project with no headaches too! APC is non toxic too!
Julie Moyna
on Nov 04, 2014
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I love Annie Sloan Chalk paint because of the consistency and thickness of the paint, goes on very smooth. I also tried making my own by buying "paint chalk" and added a chalk powder (which I bought on line) to regular latex paint - directions said to use a flat paint versus a gloss or satin. I did not like it as well as AS paint. I enjoy using the AS dark or clear stain as well. AS products a little spendy, but for special projects, worth it in my opinion.
Donna
on Nov 04, 2014
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I like chalk paint because it's so easy to use, but I do have one question of my own - I'm not keen on the 'feel' of the item once it's painted with chalk paint. I've seen people using a wax on the furniture once they've painted it - does this give a smooth finish? Thanks.
Pen
on Nov 04, 2014
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Interesting, may I ask why? Does it feel gritty, maybe, instead of smooth?
MARY FISHER
on Nov 04, 2014
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Yes, it does feel a trifle gritty before it's been waxed, but much smoother afterward.
Cheryl
on Nov 04, 2014
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@ Pen Chalk Paint needs to have a sealing finish after it's been painted. You can use either wax or a polyurethane. Also I suggest using a very fine grit sandpaper like 600 grit to lightly go over it before sealing. You will have a beautiful smooth finish when it's complete! I sell OLD TOWN PAINTS and it's the best on the market!!
Marcie
on Nov 05, 2014
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This is what OLD TOWN PAINTS CAN DO!
Marcie
on Nov 05, 2014
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Take your furniture from drab to fab with OLD TOWN PAINTS!!
Marcie
on Nov 05, 2014
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I really like the effect. Can you buy Old Town Paints in the UK?
Pen
on Nov 05, 2014
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Hi Pen unfortunately not at this time. If you google it I'm sure you'll find there are other brands in your area. Good luck!!
Marcie
on Nov 05, 2014
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Just want to say thank you to everyone, you all have such clever ideas and answers to just about anything! Women are like that, yea they are!
MARY FISHER
on Nov 06, 2014
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