Chalk Paint

[pastafreak]

I'm considering using the above for a project or two. Any experience or tips welcome.

[bednobs]

are u painting a thing or a wall?

[Mamyalynne]

I haven't used it but there are tutorial videos on you tube.

[TonyV]

Pasta Yes no problems when I've used it, only tips I would give is to keep stirring paint frequently, to keep chalk in suspension, when completed seal surface with wax or varnish and lastly when applying brush in multiple directions. Hope this helps.

[Calicogirl]

We painted a large floor to ceiling screen made out of odd canvasses and wooden boards which nooked off our bed with off white chalk paint. We didn't prep it at all, painting it all hazem jazem and then just wax finished it- couldn't honestly have been simpler. He's going to do something arty on it at some point :) x

[DarceyK123]

Its very easy to use, but you MUST seal it with a wax or sealer, ive done quite few bits for my home.

Rust-Oleum is reasonably priced, does the same job as Annie Sloane but at a fraction of the price.

[pastafreak]

Oooh....thanks for your answers. I've been googling like crazy ...as one does...and I'm feeling quite keen.
It's a thing bednobs...my dated, '80s kitchen cupboards.
Rustoleum was the first one I came across...not sure about the colours though. There are several costlier brands with nicer colours. I like the idea of minimum fuss and prep. I have little patience...and want to do things NOW!
It took a bit more researching regarding sealing. Definitely a liquid sealant...has anyone used Polyvine products?
Reviews make them sound excellent.

[puzzled54]

I used Annie Sloan, really easy and a good finish

[woofgang]

if you are going to do the sand down distress thing afterwards, do it outdoors or somewhere you don't mind a shedload of dust and wear a dust mask. Let it dry really really thoroughly before you recoat otherwise you will lift off the previous coat....other than that just slosh it on. I really like Rustoleum products but agree that the right colour is more important than brand.

[woofgang]

oh kitchen cupboards. Clean them really well before you start. Be really sure to get every single trace of grease off first.

[TonyV]

Second woofgang's advice, you need to do some prep before any paint application, if you want it to stay adhered. My minimum would be a soapy wash, then either methylated spirit or white spirit wipe over then finally a light sand with fine aluminium oxide paper or wire wool to for, a "key" for paint. Then paint away to your hearts content. Well worth the prep.

[pastafreak]

I *may* have some white spirit already. What about sugar soap? Would that be ok?

[TonyV]

Not used your suggested sealer before, but if it's antibacterial ideal for kitchen use.

https://www.agwoodcare.co.uk/interior-wood-finishes/glazes-and-varnishes/polyvine-antibacterial-varnish/

[TonyV]

Sugar soap will remove grease, but still lightly roughen surface to provide "key" for your paint.

[pastafreak]

I was looking at the Polyvine wax sealer,as I don't want a shiny finish, though I did see the anti bacterial one.

Amazon.co.uk User Recommendation

[TonyV]

Pasta, providing finish is described as flat, will have zero shine, if that whats you want.