Whether it be in a playroom for kids to get creative with, above your desk to keep track of your to-do list, or in a kitchen, just one Pinterest search will have you dreaming up of all different ways to use the paint in your home.
But, before you do that, here's what you should know:. If your wall has some texture to it, it's going to be a bit more difficult to use the chalkboard paint on. Ever see a bumpy chalkboard?
There's a reason for that. Make sure the texture of the space you want to cover is totally even, and if it's not, grab some sandpaper to smooth out the surface. The more coats, the smoother this will appear, so have enough paint for a minimum of two coats. Some people have said they needed to use four, but, again, it depends on the surface you're covering and the brand you're working with.
Then, when it's finally dry, you'll want to rub chalk over the entire space and then erase it thoroughly with a dry towel. Once you do this, the surface will be ready to go. Your chalkboard wall does not have to be black. Take it from A Beautiful Mess , who likes to make colorful chalkboards for party signs. You can DIY it by using acrylic paint and grout—get the full directions here —or you can pick up colorful chalkboard paint at Benjamin Moore.
About Videos Contact Returns Shipping. Why Season a Chalkboard? Step-by-Step Instructions Click here for the video walkthrough Ready to begin seasoning a chalkboard? Using the long side of a piece of white chalk, thoroughly rub the surface of the chalkboard, using an up-and-down movement. Cover the entire surface of the chalkboard. Repeat step 2, only this time use a side-to-side movement.
You want to make sure chalk dust completely covers the surface. Wipe away excess dust with a soft, dry cloth or chalkboard eraser. The surface may appear cloudy, but this is normal. Remember your chalkboards from school and their dark grey color?
Begin using your chalkboard, and have fun! What is the best chalkboard paint for walls? Krylon Chalkboard Black Spray Paint. Is chalkboard paint magnetic? Magnetic Primer typically comes as a dark gray or black base coat and allows you to create a magnetic surface just about anywhere you please.
It can be used on all of the same surfaces as chalkboard paint and can be used as a base under chalkboard paint or any latex paint. Can you use a roller to apply chalk paint? To use chalk paint with a roller: Pour the chalk paint into a paint pan, then load it onto a high-density foam roller depending on the size of the furniture, a four-inch mini roller may be the best option. Scrape off the excess paint on the grid of the pan.
Why does my chalk paint look streaky? Milk Paint has a very high water content and so if you use a natural bristle brush, the bristles will soak up too much water and your paint and finish will get thick and streaky. For Fusion Mineral Paint or a chalk-type paint, I do prefer to use a rounded brush. Do you need to prime a mirror before chalkboard paint? If you want to leave the frame unpainted, only prime the mirror. Then paint over the primed mirror with chalkboard paint.
Give it 3 coats of chalkboard paint, making sure to let it dry completely between coats. Let the chalkboard paint cure over night, then you'll want to season your chalkboard. How do you seal chalkboard paint? Applying a primer to the surface to be painted will seal it, making the surface less porous and much better for becoming a chalkboard!
Make sure your primer has dried for at least hours before painting over. Then, using a roller or brush, apply the first coat of paint to the wall.
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