Wax for chalk paint?

Question

I have Annie Sloan but since its kind of pricey I bought an Annie Sloan 'alternative' chalk paint on ebay. I like it but not as well. Its more of a latex finish. My question is that I have wax that I rubbed on my other piece to keep the paint from coming off when rubbed but I don't think it will work with this paint. Is there another wax or something that I can paint on to keep the paint from ever coming off? Like a top coat?

Carole · Answer

What does it say on the tin to use as a finish?? Any clues??

Kristi Chittam · Answer

It doesn't say anything :(

Shelby @ The Weathered Barn Studio · Answer

...you CAN use something like Minwax, they make a paste wax. It might be ok to use that, I would test first. You could also use a NON YELLOWING poly sealer, if the piece would get heavy use. Just a few suggestions. :) I love the color of your piece here ! And great job on it.

LeeAnn Gerleman · Answer

I was reading up on making chalk paint, and one of the articles said you could use a spray polyurethane on it.

Jamie Kennemer · Answer

I use Johnson's Paste wax on all my painted my furniture...You can buy it at Home Dept under $10. It works great! It will darken the paint color a little so you won't want to use it on anything painted white furniture...but otherwise..great! I use a wax brush to apply and wipe off with a rag...buff and buff til pleased. good luck! Love your piece!

Kristi Chittam · Answer

Jamie, I have some Johnson Paste Wax that I used on my other piece that was painted with Annie Sloan. Do you think it will work just as well on this knock off version? Otherwise, I may go buy some spray polyurethane like LeAnn said. Thanks everybody!

Country Design Home · Answer

One more option: Americana from DecoArt makes a creme wax that you paint on, then buff off. It works pretty much on any surface, has no odor and leaves a buffed shine. You can buy it at Michaels (use the coupon!)

Melanie · Answer

Years ago....before chalk paint... I used latex paint, distressed the piece of furniture and then used the paste wax. It still looks great 12 years later.

Katie - On the Banks of Squaw Creek · Answer

I think you could use wax, but for a really durable surface, I LOVE minwax's polycrylic. Hope that helps, @Kristi Chittam !

Kristi Chittam · Answer

Katie, do you use the satin or gloss finish?

Becky Lawder · Answer

Did the alternative not offer a wax product? Also I have used the Minwax paste wax before and it did okay.

Joan · Answer

Best thing to do would be to put some of this paint on a sample board and try out some different finishes on it.  Then you can make a decision without ruining the piece you worked so hard on.

Kristi Chittam · Answer

Ok, Iused the Johnson Wax and you're still able to scratch/rub off paint. This wouldn't be a huge deal except this is a coffee table and will be used a lot. Is there a clear top coat I could use on it? From what I Understand I would have to strip the table to use the acrylic spray.

Jamie Kennemer · Answer

Kristi you can add a poly on top of that wax.  Just make sure it's been buffed really well.  Wax has to cure so maybe you've not given it enough time.  Could take 21 days to completely cure.

Wendy Johnson · Answer

saving this for the info

Chas' Crazy Creations · Answer

Here are some ideas that might help https://chascrazycreations.com/diys/re-purpose-up-cycle/furniture/

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