How to chalk paint a table top to last.
Chalk paint table and chairs.
I have personally used chalk paint on all three of the surfaces and i m here to say it worked beautifully on each one.
These are some of the best and most beautiful chalk paint furniture ideas from amazingly talented diy bloggers who specialize in painted furniture makeovers.
With chalk paint there s zero prep involved and the full coverage requires less coats than traditional paint.
Prep the surface by cleaning it real well with a lint free brush and sanding with a fine grit sandpaper.
Here a vintage bookshelf hall table that has seen better days has been selected for painting.
2 clean the furniture.
Use a bristle brush or round brush to apply the chalk paint.
Sand in between the coats to ensure a smooth finish.
This equates to a much easier and quicker project than a traditional paint job.
Apply the painters tape around the edges if needed.
For the table and chairs begin by sanding any imperfections to provide a smooth even surface.
My latest videos 1.
To wrap up the year my furniture fixer upper friends and i decided to put together some of our favorite painted furniture makeovers we use a variety of brands of furniture paint as well as different furniture painting techniques.
How to paint furniture with chalk paint.
3 use the chip brush to paint your furniture.
Brush on thin even coats of chalky finish paint.
Clean everything thoroughly with a lint free cloth and all purpose cleaning spray or white vinegar mixed with water.
4 lightly sand to create the perfect.
A few unexpected places you can use chalk paint is on kitchen cabinets walls trim floors and upholstery.
1 pick your paintable piece and gather supplies.
Use it to chalk paint tables and chairs chalk paint plastic outdoor planters or chalk paint a metal headboard.