Today we would like to show you some techniques for creating with chalk paints. With these unique colors, in addition to DIY home decorations or other projects, you can remake old objects or furniture.
As you may know, chalk paints are ideal as you neither need to apply a primer first nor to
rub the surface before painting it 😇
Chalk paints are quite "flexible" so, with different techniques, you can achieve different results, like the vintage look we all love so muc!.
So let's see some!
1. Wet distress look
A technique so, so simple!
After painting with chalk paint, let it dry (10'-15') and with a wet sponge, go over the parts you chose
you want.
You can find guidelines here
2. Distress look using sandpaper
Perhaps the most "traditional" technique 😉 - very easy too as you have complete control over the final result!
Apply the paint to the surface and once it dries - the paint becomes matte - start sanding. Choose fine sandpaper to start with and press lightly until you get the desired result.
Finish with coarser sandpaper going over the same areas. Tip: you can apply wax before or after scrubbing.
Remember that if you apply before, you will have to re-apply it 😉
3. Wax technique
For this technique, you will need wax, solid or cream.
Rub or spread the wax on the areas where you want the underlying color to show through. You can pre-paint with a color you like or let the natural color of the item show through.
After you finish applying the wax, lightly wipe off the excess wax with a cloth and wait for it to dry completely before continuing. Only then you can apply the chalk color of your preference. This color will be the dominant one!
More details on this technique you can find here.
4. Dry brush
This technique produces a vintage outcome. It resembles the distress technique but produces more of a “fading” effect.
Choose two colors of chalk and paint your surface first with the dominant color.
With our brush, always parallel to the object and not perpendicular, go over the protruding points with very little paint. This color should look as if it “popped” out of the dominant color.
You can find guidelines for this technique here.
5. Stencil technique
Place the stencil on the surface you want to paint and secure it with a masking tape.
Use a sponge or a round brush for this technique.
6. Wax Patina technique
Apply the first layer of wax on a dry surface and wait.
Then apply a second coat and let it dry.
For better results, always apply thin coats 😉 and polish with a lint-free cloth!
You can find guidelines for this technique here.
I hope this post has inspired you somehow! Now it's your turn! Alter your objects and, why not, your furniture with chalk paint and experience a complete makeover!
Until next Sunday, have a great week! And don't forget our little friends! Have an awesome first day at school!
Artistic kisses
