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    Easy Tips for Using Chalky Paint ~ 5 Projects

    Chalky Paint and Home Depot DisclaimerEasy Tips for Using Chalky PaintHey y'all!  I'm back with some more chalky paint goodness today!  I've been painting up a storm using my favorite Americana Decor Chalky Finish Paint, and since I have had a few questions about how it works, I thought I would share my easy tips for using chalky paint today along with a sneak peek at some projects I have been working on!

    Cut it out framesI'm going to demonstrate my tips on a small scale, because truthfully, when I start painting a piece of furniture, I really dial it in and usually forget to take photos in between. It also shows that you can use this paint on things other than furniture!

    American Decor Chalky Paint and Creme WaxFor this project, I used Americana Decor Chalky Finish Paint in Relique and Americana Decor Creme Wax.

    Painting with Chalky PaintI started by painting the frame in Americana Decor's version of white, Everlasting.  Next I painted the entire frame in Relique.  I used two thin coats, allowing it to thoroughly dry in between coats.

    How to paint with chalky paintThe finish is beautiful without wax if you like a matte finish, but the wax really brings out the color...

    Tips for painting with chalky paintFirst, I wanted to distress the frame a big.  I used a sanding block to lightly sand the edges a bit.

    Distressing edges using chalky paintI love the way the white comes through a bit.

    Using Creme Wax and Chalky PaintUsing a waxing brush, I lightly pulled the wax over the paint.

    Buffing Wax and How to Use Chalky PaintOnce the wax dried, I buffed it out using a clean white washcloth.  (I use the same one for all of my chalky paint projects, washing in between uses)

    Chalky Painted Framed Menu at mom4real.comHere is the finished frame, with a menu from Poppyseed Projects popped inside!  Perfect for keeping our family in line and eating healthy!   Wanna see a few more of the projects I have used the Americana Decor Chalky Paint on?

    Chalky Painted Mason Jars Using Americana Decor Chalky Finish PaintChalky Paint Mason Jars...

    Thrifted Table and Chairs MakeoverThe dining table and chairs in my breakfast nook...

    Chalky Painted Projects at mom4real.comAnd...a sneak peek at the new chairs in the breakfast nook and the new kitchen island cart.  I'll be sharing those on the blog soon!

    The new Americana Chalky Finish paint is available online at Home Depot!  You can have it shipped straight to your front door, or you may have it delivered to your local Home Depot store and pick it up for free! Whoop!

    So...what do you think?  Have I gone a little chalky paint crazy, or do you think you may want to join me?

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    Comments

    1. Julie Fiato says

      November 19, 2013 at 10:07 am

      Love all of these projects...I've never used chalky paint...I need to try it!! ~redheadcandecorate.com

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    2. Vanessa says

      November 19, 2013 at 10:51 am

      Fabulous projects Jessica!! I'd LOVE to try that paint! :-)

      Reply
    3. Pamela says

      November 19, 2013 at 11:30 am

      I have just started painting my table and chairs with this, so far I am loving it. I had it shipped straight to my door since I live an hour and a half from the nearest Home Depot.

      Reply
    4. Lynn says

      November 19, 2013 at 7:48 pm

      Love it Jessica. I have been using this paint on several projects & I am loving it so very much! Love your new chairs..I have 4 like them & just love them.

      Reply
    5. Mel @ Trailing After God says

      November 21, 2013 at 12:19 pm

      This is awesome! I LOVE the colors in your kitchen! We are redoing an antique dresser we have to be our island in our kitchen. I am SO excited to get it done. Going to have to make this menu for it!

      Reply
    6. Jenni Heath says

      November 21, 2013 at 2:38 pm

      Do they have samples or swatches of the chalky paint at the store? I want to see what the colors look like in person before placing an order. Thanks :) I love what you have made.

      Reply
      • Jessica says

        November 21, 2013 at 3:51 pm

        They don't at this time, but I can definitely see about getting a swatch for you. I'll get back with you as soon as I find out! xoxo, Jessica

        Reply
    7. Misty @Throughthedutchdoor says

      December 01, 2013 at 10:00 pm

      I just did my entire kitchen cabinetry with Annie Sloan. I'm not all the way done yet but I got a really rough finish. Is that typical with chalk paint?

      Reply
      • Jessica says

        December 02, 2013 at 6:12 am

        You may need to lightly sand it. I have heard that it's typical with some chalk paints, but did not experience any roughness with the Americana Chalky Finish Paint at all. It is silky smooth. Hope the sanding helps! xoxo Jessica

        Reply
    8. Diana Tippie says

      February 03, 2014 at 12:12 pm

      Nothing to do with the above information, but do you know how to clean greasy kitchen cabinets?

      Reply
      • Jessica says

        February 03, 2014 at 1:51 pm

        Hi, Diana! You could try a mixture of equal parts water and vinegar with a couple of drops of dish liquid. That works for most grease situations. Hope this helps! xoxo Jessica

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    9. Debbie says

      March 22, 2014 at 8:52 am

      Hi, I have been waiting to see if anyone has used the chalky paint line from Home Depot. I wanted to get some feed back on the paint. It is a lot cheaper then most chalk paint, I have made my own when I want to use chalk paint but I have wanted to try this paint line. I wanted to know if you can give me some info on the paint compared to the other paints that are out there.
      They have so many color choices as well, and also how is the wax that they offer? I would really appreciate any feed back that you can offer to me. I don't want to end this email without telling you that I follow your blog and really enjoy your work and have gained a lot of knowledge from your work as well. I have just started painting furniture to sell for the past year so I am still learning and growing with the help from blog's like yours. Thank you for sharing so much with use.
      Best regards
      Debbie

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    10. Jamie Ross says

      June 28, 2016 at 3:35 pm

      Any update on your kitchen island chalk paint project? I love the photo and it's similar to what I want to accomplish.

      Reply
    11. Linda Parson says

      September 28, 2017 at 9:44 am

      I would like to use this for lettering a baby name on a plaque, they want a matte finish nothing shinny do I just paint it and leave it or do I need to protect it ?

      Reply
      • Jessica says

        September 29, 2017 at 8:07 am

        I would still protect it, unless you want the paint to come off. Hope you love it!

        Reply
    12. Sharon says

      January 22, 2019 at 2:38 pm

      It's looks so good and easy to do. I'm ready to try Chalky paint. I looked on Home Depot website and they have a Matt clear topcoat by Rust-Oleum that brushed on, don't have to wipe off like the wax, and is supposed to be more durable? Have you tried it?
      Also my living room tables need help. When small chips of paint have come off the tables look like they're a kind of plastic. Can I use chalky paint on plastic and on a shiny wood finish?
      Thanks ahead of time,
      Sharon

      Reply

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