How do I know if I should wax over the legs and base of a table?
I painted the base and legs of an old table with Linen chalk paint. Should I also wax this part, also painted 4 chairs? Does the wax preserve it or change the looks? Not sure if this is necessary or not.
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I'd never wax over chalk paint. But I'm just another asker here. Not a pro. Seems counter-intuitive. Chalky is matte. Waxed is shiny.
You need to protect the finish one way or another - I'm not a fan of wax on chairs - but you can apply a matte finish top coat over everything to create durability - here is a great product to try: https://shop.artisticpaintingstudio.com/collections/lifestyle-finishes/products/gl-clear-topcoat-matte
Harriette - You are most welcome!
Hi Harriette! If you use a clear wax it should not change the look except to make it a little shinier of a finish. If you're looking for something super simple to use, I recommend Easy Peasy Spray Wax from Dixie Belle! You just spray it on your piece, let sit for 10-15 seconds, then wipe with a cloth!
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