A QUICK PAINTED CHALKBOARD SIGN / UPCYCLED MIRROR

Tracey Bellion
by Tracey Bellion
3 Materials
$75
4 Hours
Easy
If you're a furniture flipper like me, you may have a graveyard of cast-off mirrors... no one wants them and I am constantly looking for ways to use them. Now I have the QUICKEST DIY project for upcycling those unwanted mirrors and the trick is this new amazing all-in-one chalk-style paint.


Maybe it’s just me…..the owner of many mirrors! Mirrors come with bedroom sets…..and no one wants them… Here is one of many mirrors in my collection that I transformed into a cute farmhouse style chalkboard.


Begin by taping off the mirror against the frame.


The mirror was already white..but needed freshening up…so I chose Cashmere white from the new Heirloom Traditions' Heritage Collection. This paint is so amazing. No prep needed. It includes a primer and wax. It saves so much time and is a total game changer for anyone flipping furniture or anyone with little time and patience to watch paint dry! To see more colors check out my full blog post here. This Heritage Collection Paint is loaded with properties that like to settle at the bottom….and it MUST be stirred well prior to use in order for it to work its magic!  Stir it….shaking it will not do the job!


Apply one coat of paint to the frame and let dry.  You will notice that it dries quickly and self-levels very well! Apply the second coat and remove tape while second coat is still wet.


I chose Amalfi as the chalkboard surface color most because it's my absolute favorite color…and I felt it would make an amazing chalkboard.  Remember to stir!


Apply one coat of paint DIRECTLY to the mirror surface.  Surprised?  This paint will directly adhere to glass, plastic, metal, wood, formica, ceramic, stone, cement….without the need to strip, sand or prime.  I applied one coat around the edges with a small artist brush.


….and then the larger surface I applied with a sponge brush.


And you are done! It only takes ONE HOUR TO PAINT! Let it cure for 48 hours…..and it’s ready for your very best chalkboard art!It’s got just enough texture for the best chalkboard surface!  It allows for smooth writing and shading. It erases so well with just a damp cloth and leaves little to know chalky streaky aftermath.


This is a great idea for displaying today's menu, inspirational quote, or daily schedule... and for hanging in the kitchen, dining room, command center or a store front. Get more diy designs, please subscribe to my weekly blog - where I have lots of painting tips and fancy flipped furniture!For more photos of this project, a complete supply list and other all-in-one paint projects, click on my blog link below!


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You can also find me on Facebook: @TraceysFancy and share your mirror makeovers with me! You'll also be able to catch me Live sharing other projects. I'd love to hear from you!!!
Suggested materials:
  • Mirror
  • Tape
  • All in one chalkstyle paint
Tracey Bellion
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