How do I make chalk paint?

Paula VanSlyke
by Paula VanSlyke

I want to make my own chalk paint. How do I make it?

  6 answers
  • DesertRose DesertRose on Feb 20, 2019

    We add 1/3 cup plaster of paris to 1 cup cool water and mix well. Then add 1 cup latex paint and mix. Do not save chalk paint as it does not keep. This is good for a 6 drawer dresser. It is fun to use.

  • Craft Invaders Craft Invaders on Feb 20, 2019

    Here's a useful post from another Hometalker Paula

    https://www.hometalk.com/diy/paint/make-your-own-chalk-paint-recipe-37878819

  • Natalie Natalie on Feb 20, 2019

    My favorite recipe is flat latex paint, with a mixture of calcium carbonate powder and water.

    You can also use plaster of paris mixed with water and then added to flat latex paint.


  • Deb K Deb K on Jan 06, 2022

    Hi Paula, here is a quick recipe for you,

    Mix your cup of paint and 1/4 cup of baking soda together. It will create a very thick chalk paint that will give you a beautiful matte finish and lots of pretty texture! Apply the baking soda and paint mixture to your vase and let dry for a few min until slightly tacky.

  • Annie Annie on Feb 28, 2022

    Mix 1 cup of paint with 1/3 cup of cool water and 1/3 cup of plaster of Paris. Stir until smooth, and you've got your own chalk-finish paint.