Cracking in chalk painted leather

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Hi allCan anyone help please? I have chalk painted a leather chair, after a few weeks its cracking? any ideas?  I live in the UK, so some products used in USA are not available.Thank you

Janet Pizaro · Answer

Heres a procedure.http://www.thepurplepaintedlady.com/tag/chalk-paint-on-leather/....see if this helps you figure out what happened

Jewellmartin · Answer

I would have tried it, too. But it’s possible your leather is only leather clad. In that case, the paint wasn’t really covering deeper leather; it was really covering the much thinner fabric holding the leather on. A few weeks is not long. If the cracks are all over and you are not ready to buy a new sofa, go ahead and buy a sofa cover. I’m sorry. Maybe someone else has better news. ☺️

Jeffrey · Answer

See if it’s under warranty. You may have a good claim if it’s that new. Sounds like a defect.

Bijous · Answer

Chalk paint either has plaster-of-paris in it or another similar substance. Therefore, it will crack on a movable surface such as leather. Continue to crack it as much as possible. You may find that you like the look (because there's no stopping it). Good luck.

Linda Sikut · Answer

Hi Kazrobinson5,

Did you wax the paint when you finished? I'm not a chalk paint user, but I've read that it has to be sealed. If you use instructions, check those to see if you did every step. Wishing you the best.

17335038 · Answer

Jewell has a good point about the leather covering on your sofa possibly being leather composite only, and not solid leather.

Sharon · Answer

There is an additive called 'GAC 90'. You can add to various paints and makes it more playable. Contact a fine art or faux finishing store to find where to get it.

Karen · Answer

I will check that out. Thank you for that. very greatful

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