Enter Chalk Paint™ Wax! This quiet hero goes hand in hand with Chalk Paint™ to create a strong, durable finish. Using a brush or lint-free cloth, you want to sweep Chalk Paint™ Wax over your paintwork. Smoothing it over almost like applying hand cream and wiping off excess as ...
To make a “wash” – I first pour some Chalk Paint® into a plastic cup. A “wash” goes a long way in regards to coverage. For this dresser I used about a half cup of the Coco Chalk Paint™. I then took my Sharpie marker and made a line on my plastic cup noting how high...
By this point, you have made your chalk paint and painted your items. However, there's one last thing you might want to do. Here's how you can add some finishing touches. Sealing the deal: Apply a clear wax or glaze to protect your painted creation. This step adds a layer of protec...
After the wax sealant is fully cured, you can apply a second coat if you want a little more protection for your piece. One coat is usually enough, though. Different brands of wax will require different curing times. It’s always best to check the instructions on whatever brand you buy to...
Check it periodically to make sure it doesn’t dry out. You might notice the paint will start to “bubble” a little bit. After it’s sat for a while, it’s time to strip! Using a putty knife, you should be able to simply scrape away all the old chalk paint and sealant. If ...
Distressing (Optional): For a shabby chic look, use sandpaper to gently distress edges and details after the paint is fully dry. Finishing Touches Wax or Sealant: Apply a wax or sealant to protect the paint and give it a beautiful finish. Clear wax will keep the color intact, while dark...
If you choose to use dark wax, note that you will need a separate brush; after you use a brush with the dark wax, you cannot reuse the brush with the regular wax or with any paint. The coffee table shown was painted in La Chaux Candied Yam (two coats), waxed with clear w...
Annie Sloan recommends distressing after you apply the sealing wax, but I’ve tried it both ways and I much prefer to do it before the wax. It’s just easier to distress and then the chalk paint wax seals it allll in, and I don’t have unsealed spots where I distressed it. I will...
So, now you might be thinking: can you paint wax candles? Absolutely! You can do so by: Choosing the Right Acrylic Paint for Candles: When painting candles with acrylic paint, you should pick the paints that stick well to the wax. Every acrylic paint is different! Some are great for po...
Note: If your kids have never done this before, they might find it pretty funny to be painting over their artwork like this, but they’ll be delighted at the next step. After the paint is dry, we will scratch a beautiful rainbow picture! Step 3 – Scratch the Black Canvas to Reveal ...