How do I use chalk paint?
Hi, I hear a lot about chalk paint, what's the big deal? My dinning room table is 50 years old! It has a lot of deep gouges in it which I'm going to fill in and I'm not sure what else to do with it, I have to do the work in the house so I don't want to do much sanding. I think there is veneer on it or something. What's the best way and easiest way to take it from beast to beauty? I think the chalk paint I've seen on some of the DIY'ers is pretty. How do I do this?
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Chalk paint is very easy to use, Kim, since it requires little to no prep. Here's a link with some tips:
https://www.martysmusings.net/chalk-painting-tips-for-beginners/
Kim: I love chalk paint~! ...with your situation... no sanding is a plus! Check out the videos on this website...
https://www.anniesloan.com
Chalk paint is great because you don’t need to sand your furniture before applying the paint. I painted an oak jewelry dresser with great results. You can see the techniques and paint I used here: http://momhomeguide.com/chalk-painted-jewelry-chest/
Here's a blog post with a tutorial video that will help you - this is all about how to use chalk paint to refinish furniture! https://rootsandwingsfurniture.com/blog/the-best-chalk-paint/
Chalk paint -just the biggest trend--"the shinier the finish the more prep. work needed" whenever you are refinishing anything. here's info. on refinishing veneer https://realitydaydream.com/the-difference-between-laminate-and/ HERE'S HOW TO MAKE CHALK PAINT https://salvagedinspirations.com/best-homemade-chalk-paint-recipes/ INFO ON USING CHALK PAINT http://www.vintagebarnboutique.com/2015/05/chalk-based-paint-myths-learn-how-to-paint-furniture/ 7 WAYS TO SEAL IT https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DnMTAh2c0e0