What is chalk paint and what is it used for?
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Here's a formula so you can see how it's "made". You use it to paint furniture for the most part. The big advantage most people claim is little to no prep but I don't ever do that, just to be safe.
Here's a video that explains the differences: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qa2qG4jO9GQ
Also, often confused are chalkboard paint, and chalk paint.
They are not the same.
https://www.doitbest.com/pages/chalk-vs-chalkboard-paint
Great for painting furniture, requires little prep, dries matte
Chalk paint is a paint created for refinishing cabinets, furniture and other pieces without minimal sanding and prepwork. You can read all about it here: https://www.realsimple.com/home-organizing/home-improvement/painting/what-is-chalk-paint
This is a helpful video tutorial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zU3SX_eXpQQ