How do I get super black chalk paint?

Question

What brand of paint do I need to use to make my chalk paint SUPER black? Thanks.

Darlene Patrick · Answer

you could try and paint it flat black and then pu tthe chalk paint over it

Debbie Dickman - The Magpie's Cottage · Answer

Add up to 3 ounces (1 oz bottle) of India Ink to one quart of chalk paint. This is the standard recipe for Annie Sloan chalk paint - other brands 'do' have a true black paint. American Paint Company has Cannonball, Maison Blanche has Wrought Iron.

Fabulous Finishes by Michelle · Answer

CeCeCaldwell's Beckley Coal is a true black and can cover most things in only one coat. My definite go-to for black.

Leslie D · Answer

If you're mixing your own chalk paint, just have your paint store add extra black pigment to the paint. I've even had them give me some free pigment to mix in by going back and telling them that the black isn't black enough.

Wendy Johnson · Answer

interesting to know

Susan Neslony Candy · Answer

It will be black BUT when you prime it (with chalk) it will be more gray if you want to use it like a real chalk board. Just fyi.

Mama Bird · Answer

Susan It's not for a chalkboard it's for a piece of furniture...I'm trying to achieve a dark black look not a dark charcoal look. Not sure what I need to do.

Debbie Dickman - The Magpie's Cottage · Answer

It should be in craft stores, or Office supply sotres. If not, you can order reasonably from The Purple Painted Lady. Just google their website.

Living in a Fixer Upper · Answer

Just to toss out a different solution, maybe give milk paint a try? I know Miss Mustard Seed has a beautiful color called 'Typewriter' (http://www.missmustardseedsmilkpaint.com/colors/). If you want to skip the step of mixing the paint, General Finishes also has a lovely color called 'Lamp Black' (https://generalfinishes.com/retail-products/water-base-milk-paints-glazes/furniture-milk-paints#.VFa_evl4rnc). Milk paint is a super easy and forgiving paint, as well as non-toxic. Love it!

Olivia O'Hern · Answer

Maybe try a dark wax? Even clear wax tends to deepen the color.

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