DIY Chalk Paint Recipe
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- Bethany from Madeline Jean Antiques & Restoration shares her recipe of homemade chalk paint. SO EASY TO MAKE!
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I've made this and I can attest that it works great! I keep my homemade chalk paint in the sample bottle the paint came in. The first time I made this I had an 8 oz. bottle paint sample of Valspar. So I just added the water-calcium carbonate mixture directly into the sample bottle & mixed well. I still have some left in that original bottle and it's still fresh a few years later.
That is so cool to here! Thanks for leaving your experience with using calcium carbonate.
I just found your videos I am so happy to have found you so much information I have just started painting and flipping furniture and making my own chalk paint all your videos are so informative thank you I will be following you all the time now love you Style and thank you for sharing
Shelagh Stuart What a nice comment to read!!!! Thank you so much!!! I’m so happy you found my channel and I’m glad I’m being helpful. I’m always looking for feedback on what else people would like to learn so please let me know. I’m here to help! 😊
This is the simplest way to make chalk paint I have ever seen. Thank you so much. I just subscribed to your channel right after I listened to how you make the paint.
Thanks for subbing!
So very glad to have the chalk paint recipe, Thank you. Enjoyed your video!💕
You are so welcome! I hope it works well for your projects.
There are so many options for DIY chalk paint. I think I'm going to try them all and see which one I like best. Thanks for sharing this.
There are many options out there. I'll just add my two cents. I tried plaster paris many moons ago. It gets lumpy and doesn't stay fresh. Calcium carbonate I found is the best additive out there. Smooth consistency and you can keep your paint over a weeks time and keep using it. (as long as you cover it)
Just started working with chalk paint and I wanted to try a cheaper way of painting my projects. Expensive is right. I was so happy to run into your video on making chalk paint, and I definitely will give this a go. Sounds perfect! Thanks so much for this info and freely given. You are a gem to share this with us and am so appreciative for it. Thanks again. XOXO
You are so welcome!!! I know how expensive it can be to buy all of the supplies to paint a piece of furniture and I know that can discourage many people from dabbling in DIY projects. I am happy to help and I’m glad you found my channel!
Thanks it seems so easy! Can’t wait to make it! Thanks
Have fun! Best of luck with your project!
Thank you for this recipe and your video! Just getting ready to redo a piece and this will save a bundle! Thanks for the simplicity of instructions and the no muss no fuss approach.
You are so welcome! Thank you for leaving a kind comment.
I used to work at Lowes as a paint specialist and Valspar paint is awesome, I love it and believe me when I say that I have no idea how anyone can have a good reason for charging so much for chalk paints. I love your directions for mixing the calcium carbonate with water first before mixing with your pain, and yes using flat paint is the way to go. Great job. Thanks for the video!
What a nice comment! Thank you for sharing your thoughts on Valspar. It's my favorite go to paint to make chalk paint. I agree the entire chalk paint line of paints is a scam. $40-$50 for a quart of paint???? C'mon!!!!! Their marketing is so fraudulent too, no prep paint? It's laughable to me. They have preyed upon people's naivety. I'm a rebel out here on the interwebs speaking up.
Thank You. I can't wait to try your recipe. I have so many ideas.
You are so welcome! I hope it works well for you 😁
Thank you queen :-) saved me from an expensive diy!
Awesome! Glad my video helped!
Thank you. I don’t have a lot of money and am making furniture for my new apartment. All my things in storage were stolen. You made a very easy recipe to use and I am excited now.
Glad it was helpful! I hope your project turns out well.
This is a game changer. Thank you so much
You are so welcome! Saving money is a top priority!
Thank You! I was looking for an alternative from using talcum baby powder and this is my answer!
Glad I could help!
Seen so many recipes for chalk paint, 2 scoops of each and then 8oz paint is the most popular choice it seems. Your version works great too! I know I have tried so many variations. Great video!
Thanks so much 😊
Love this video!
Glad you enjoyed it!
Thank you. I just started, but I was using Plaster of Paris and was so frustrated with the lumps and fast drying time. I didn't even know it was toxic. Happy I saw your video, still after 3 years.
You are so welcome! Calcium Carbonate will make sure a difference for you!
I made this and it was great!! Strong and durable!! I’ve redone 3 pieces of furniture + a ladder back chair. Money saving solution! Got my Calcium carbonate at Walmt for $5 with free shipping!! Thanks!!!!!!
I’m so glad you’ve had great success with it! Me too! Who wants to pay $45 a quart for fancy chalk paint when you can make your own? Thanks for watching and commenting ☺️
That was fun and I appreciate the tip. I've used plaster of Paris too. 😀
Glad it was helpful!
Thank you I have been watching videos all morning long and you are the first person that described calcium carbonate and what it was and what exactly would be a good brand to mix it with.
You are so welcome! It's worked every single time for me.
Love your videos!!
Thank you so much! I appreciate you leaving a nice comment!
Thank you so much for this. I bought the Calcium Carbonate and am ready to go.
Awesome! It’s the best stuff out there to make chalk paint.
Thank you, this is great! Just had an argument with hubby about spending money on paint!
Glad it was helpful! You tell your hubby to shut it!!! HAHAHA! I'm just joking but this tip will help you with saving money.
Thank you for sharing I'm going to give this a try I live in the boonies so I ordered a lot of stuff from Amazon
Omg! Your Chihuahua is so cute, great video.
Thanks for visiting! Biscuit is a cutie! He's so spoiled!
Thank you SO much for this information ❤️
Julie Clark Awesome! I’m glad you found this information valuable.
@@madelinejeanantiquesrestor9074 do you have to use latex paint if you are using much smaller amounts of paint? Would this work with the little 2 oz bottles of paint you can pick up at Walmart? If so, how much powder would use use in that amount?
Just what I was looking for. I knew about calcium carbonate, but did not know what kind of paint to use. Thanks from a new subscriber.
Thank you for subscribing to my channel! I’m so glad you found this video helpful.
Wonderful! Thank you for the info xoxo
Glad it was helpful!
Thank you, great info. I always have calcium carbonate on hand, many uses.. It's often used in toothpaste as a mild abrasive.
Thanks for watching! Yes CC is good stuff.
Thank you for sharing your recipe.
You are so welcome!
Great video ,I subscribed cause I want to see your work and learn 💕💕
Sherry Berardino Awesome!!! Thank you for subscribing!!!
I'm going to pick up some calcium carbonate. That is an excellent tip. In the past I have had Home Depot and Lowes add extra white tint to my paint. The code for Home Depot is KXL. I forget what the code for Lowes is. Anyway, it adds extra Titanium Dioxide to your paint. Titanium Dioxide is the pure white pigment. The advantage to having the Home Depot or Lowes add Titanium Dioxide to you paint, is that it already has the perfect ratio of resins and binders already in it. Through trial and error, I found that 4 ounces to one gallon of paint is about the maximum that I am willing to go. Once you get beyond 4 ounces of tint, the paint becomes to runny. Most off the shelf white paints actually have a tint of gray to them to help them hide better (great for primer, not so much for finish coat). Keep up the good work, I appreciate all the time and effort you put into producing these videos. I find them very helpful and informative.
Your comment snuck those the cracks on this video. I'm just NOW seeing it. Holy smokes what an informative comment! So sorry I missed this one. Thank you so much for this helpful tip!
Great video! Thanks!
Glad you liked it!
Thank you sooooo much❤️❤️❤️
Buffie Howe You are so very welcome!
AsAwesome! Thank you so much
You're welcome!
Great! Thanks for the recipe. I am now looking forward to doing a couple of projects I’ve put off for a long time because of the cost of the chalk paint.
I have a couple of questions about this if you (or someone viewing) can answer.
Have you ever done a whole pint or quart right in the can? For instance in doing larger projects- or if you often use a particular color.
What do you seal with? The furniture I’m doing is Mid Century Dressers- plain, simple lines- I really don’t want to use wax- if only because the brushes are too expensive for me right now- and also because I’m a one and done person, I know I’ll never go back to do it again when the time comes- if I dust I consider myself a living miracle! Lol
And- what kind of brush do you use for the paint? It didn’t look like one of the big round brushes people always say you “need.”
OH!
Has anyone ever done kitchen cabinets?
I’ve read varying opinions on it.
Sorry for all the questions- if anyone can answer I’d appreciate it.
Thanks again! Just subscribed!
I'll try to get to all your questions. First thank you for subscribing! Welcome!
Yes you can add the calcium carbonate directly into a pint or a quart of paint. Remember to add the water and stir stir stir. Just make sure you stir it completely in. I seal most of my chalk painted piece with a water based poly. I like High Performance Flat by General Finishes. Super easy to apply. Wax has it's place on some pieces, but it's a hassle to buff it. I usually paint with Cling On Brushes. They are on the expensive side but they are worth it to me. No shedding like the round brushes and the paint washes right off. I beat to my own drum with my flipping business and here on TH-cam. I don't jump on to trends and I definitely will tell people the truth when it comes to what works and what doesn't. There's some areas yes where you can go cheap with supplies and other areas where I would advise investing in better tools and supplies. Kitchen cabinets I would recommend an enamel paint vs. chalk paint. Enamel paint has the topcoat built in the paint. The most important piece to painting kitchen cabinets and the prepping part. I hope I answered all your questions.
I am so grateful for your video! Finally a guide I understand!
I am beginning to learn about paint. Difficult subject. I think paint manufacturers should be tried at the Hague for their uninformative labels.
Here everything is in Italian, there is no "latex paint", do you think "acrylic enamel" would be it? Xx
I'm a furniture flipper in Toronto, Canada and the price of chalk paint eats at most of my profits. Of course, I use a very well known brand which I will not name here but I have to say, it's my favourite and I love it but it's sooooo expensive .. 1 quarte is $50. I'm going to try this at home and I will let you know how it turns out. Thank you so very much for posting this!! :)
Oh I hear ya with trying to keep your overhead costs as low as possible when trying to flip furniture. The only time I’ll use a fancy paint brand is when I’m usually doing custom work (customer pays for paint). If I’m just flipping a piece myself I make my own homemade chalk paint. Yes you’ll have to let me know how it goes for you.
Hello @Suzie Quzie. How did you project turn out? Did it compare well with the $50 chalk paint?
Sounds and looks good!! will go try irt right now!! thankyou!! God Bless you, your paint and your projects oh, in fact, all your customers as well!! Or do you have a newer upgraded recipe since this was posted three years ago??
Same recipe! I haven't changed anything in that time.
Hello. I came across your channel. Thank you for the paint recipe 💗
You are so welcome! I hope you subscribed too!
Thanks for sharing this recipe! Cant wait to try it. my I ask about priming… do you ever use primer before using your chalk paint and if so, when do you use primer?
You’re so welcome I hope the recipe works well for you. Yes sometimes I do use a primer before I apply chalk paint. It all depends on the color of paint I’m using. If I’m painting a piece white I will first apply two coats of white primer that is shellac based. You have to get the primer that is shellac based or it won’t block stains and wood tannins coming to the surface. If I’m painting a piece a mint green I will apply clear shellac (two coat) before I apply my chalk paint. Every time I paint with chalk paint I do first apply a primer of sorts, so it’s either clear shellac or a white primer with a shellac base.
Question. Can this chalk mixture be used on glass for decoupaging? Also l love your videos and the way you explain everything is awesome
Thanks for liking my videos! I don't know if this will work on glass. You need to use an adhesive product of some sort to do decoupaging.
What would be the formula for painting upholstery. I love watching you and you have fabulous hints. Thanks for sharing your talents.
I have never painted upholstery so I'm sorry I don't know what to advise there. Thank you for watching my videos! I appreciate it!
Thank you for this! Can’t wait to try it!! I just ordered my CC on Amazon!😃 I love using chalk paint because it’s so easy to distress. I’ve also used a damp terry cloth rag to distress and it works great. Just curious, do you use a special chalk paint brush or just a regular one?
So happy to read your comment that this video helped you! Are used to use those round specific chalk paint brushes but I found they shed too much. I now only strictly use Cling On brushes. They don’t shed at all, easy to clean and give me a smooth finish.
@@madelinejeanantiquesrestor9074 What is the brand of those brushes? Can you please post a link?
Hi Bethany. I'm going to make my chalk pain and see how it works. Thanks for the helpful video. Do you seal it with Polycrylic Top Coat or Wax or something. Thanks.
Hi Kathy! I seal my painted projects with either wax or water based Polycrylic. It all depends on the look I’m going for AND how the piece will be used. Polycrylic offers more durable protection vs. wax. Wax also provides protection just not as much as Polycrylic.
Good day,
Thank you for this detailed and money saver video.
I had to write you to ask if you know the difference between latex and latex dispersion paint?
Google didn't give me a clear answer, at the same time I am not that educated in paints as I believe you are.
Another question: I found here (Switzerland) only white latex, so what should I use to tone it, pigments or acrylic paint or what is your advice?
Thank you in advance for your help and time.
I really appreciate all what you do to help and teach us how to renew the looks in our homes.
Best wishes.
Love this video. Love saving money. If you are using a dark color will it make the paint lighter or change the color in any way? Will black turn gray?
Thanks for watching! No the calcium carbonate will not turn your paint color a lighter color.
Hi, love your videos! I’m new at flipping and def gonna try this recipe. For using chalk paint on varnished or stained surfaces, I’m going to do a scuff sand at your recommendation, but would you still then shellac before using the chalk paint?
Yeaaaaa! Glad you found me! To answer your question I use shellac mainly when I’m painting with light colors. I definitely use it with white (always) light grays, light greens, etc. You will definitely need to shellac beforehand with any color besides black and dark navy.
Do you have to use primer before painting if the original colour was dark like brown?
Hello .can I use any acrylic paint for the calcium carbonate. Even the wall pain
Do you apply wax as a finish? I have used chalk paint before to save old furniture and for crafting but it is pricey to buy premixed. Thanks for sharing.
Joanne Wolff There are two different products I use for a top coat over chalk paint. Wax and water based Polycrylic. Really depends on the use of the piece of furniture. If it’s a higher traffic piece I would advise Polycrylic. It also depends on the overall look I’m aiming for. If I want a more not so shiny look, but a slight sheen I’ll use wax. If I want a more glossy look I use Polycrylic. It should be noted Polycrylic comes in different sheens. I usually use matte or satin. To me Polycrylic is shiner than clear wax.
Good video. Interesting stuff! 👍👍
Russell Borrego Thanks! 😁😁😁
Cant wait to try this, thanks alot
Katrina Hitchcock I hope it works well
for you! 😁
Hi Bethany, You are an inspiration. I am looking forward to make my own chalk paint too. The water based latex paint that you used is for furniture or for walls. I have inquired all the painting shops here in UAE and they say that they have latex paint only for walls and not furniture. For furniture they have latex which is oil based. Please suggest
Ahhhh thank you so much! That's my hope is to inspire others. Latex paint is latex paint. So if they are telling you it's for just walls is weird. Yes get the latex paint (even if they say it's only for walls), that's what I get just plain old latex paint. BUT please remember to get it in a flat or matte sheen. That's very important. Definitely don't get oil based. I hope that answered your question.
Hi Bethany! You are a REVELATION to me!!! Love your videos, instagram, Facebook page! I don’t want to come off as a stalker lol!!
So my question: do you use chalk paint on all the furniture you flip? Do you sometimes use the regular latex paint? And for which projects? Thank you!
Amelie Deschenes Hey there!!! I’m so glad you have found me all over the interwebs. 😉 Don’t worry I don’t think you are a stalker. Ha! On most of my furniture projects I use latex paint and make my own chalk paint. So most of my projects that you see that’s what I use.
Hi I’m a new subscriber. Love your recipe but wondering what you use to seal it? And will it adhere to glass or metal? Thanks
Thanks for subscribing!!!! I seal my chalk painted areas with either a wax or a water based sealer like Polycrylic. I have never chalk painted anything metal or glass so I'm not able to offer advise there.
How can i make it more of a chalk paste to use with special stencils for craft projects.
This Lady is a natural...
Wow awesome video enjoyed, thank you so much, one question
Did you use latex paint is water based? Thank you in advance.
Hi Joan! Glad you found this video helpful. Yes I used a water based latex paint. I used Valspar which can be found at Lowes. Make sure you get the matte or flat finish. That works the best when making homemade chalk paint.
@@madelinejeanantiquesrestor9074 Thank you so much for Reply.
Great idea! Can you do this with different colors?
Yes of course!
Can this be used for chalk paste for reusable transfer stencils ? Thank you
Thank you so much for making this video! :) I've been looking at DIY chalk paint videos and finally went with one that suggested using Plaster of Paris. As per comments, many had success with it, but for me it was a disaster. There were lots of tiny lumps in the mixed paint, which just refused to dissolve. Maybe the POP I got was bad quality. :-/ Going to try your recipe this weekend. I've a feeling it will turn out good! Subscribed too as a lil token of thanks. :)
Thank you for subbing!!! The other piece of advice I can give you ALWAYS get a flat finish. If you don't the chemicals in a higher sheen definitely don't mix well with plaster of paris. I only mix calcium carbonate with my water based paints (in flat finish) and have had no issues. You will have to let me know how it works for you.
@@madelinejeanantiquesrestor9074 Thank you once again! I will let you how it works out. :)
pour your mixed (or older) paints thru a regular kitchen strainer, or a ball jar strainer. 👍
Anyone else want to give pets to the puppy in the background. Very cute pup.
Awe thanks! That's Biscuit our rescue chihuahua from Texas. He's the best!
I have two little fur babies. Two cats I got from a rescue. Love the little kitty's. Even when they do zoomes at 3am lol.
Would I be able to make an ombre effect with this home made chalk paint?
Yes you should be able to make an ombre effect with making your own chalk paint.
Hi will the calcium carbonate work in acrylic paint as well? Thanks for your information!
It will not work with acrylic paint. Acrylic paint is chemical based whereas latex paint is water-based.
@@madelinejeanantiquesrestor9074 HI there, so I got the Valspar Signature, same can as you had in the video, and it says on the label '100% acrylic latex' ??
Thanks a million sweetheart.
💜
You are so welcome!
What do you use to paint faux leather couch? Is it the same chalk paint recipe? Do you sand, add fabric shortened? What kind of wax if any at the end?
I've never painted a couch before so I am unable to advise.
Does this method lighten the colour of the latex paint? So if it's dark blue does it lighten down? Also could u use this as a primer for a decoupage project? Plaster Paris does that it's so annoying.
To answer your questions - Calcium carbonate does not lighten the paint color. This would not be a good product to use as a primer for decoupage.
Do you seal/protect your projects with anything after painting with chalk paint?
Yes I always apply a topcoat. I either apply a wax OR a water based topcoat like Polycrylic.
Looks great I’m gonna try! One question, can you blend this like those “high end” brands? (I see this video is a couple years old, hoping u will still see this, lol)
Question…what do you mean high end brands? As long as it’s a latex paint you should be fine. Remember to get a matte/flat finish.
What type of paint you used?
Can I.also.use house Matt emulsion?
I used Valspar latex paint in a matte finish.
Hey how long is the cure time if I make my own chalk paint using latex paint before using it?
I would say 1 week for light, light use. It usually takes a full 30 days to cure along with the topcoat.
That’s awesome, I would like to try but what’s the pricing formula if anyone asked me to paint a piece for them !! Thanks
The calcium carbonate runs around $16.50 for 12 ounces. A cup of paint would vary depending on the brand. When I get a sample of paint by Valspar it runs me $4.00. So with the calcium carbonate I would charge $5.00 in paint. Remember I'm only using a couple of table spoons of the calcium carbonate. Then take into account how much paint will it take to complete a project. I hope that helps.
Hi Madeline, thank you for this information, how is the adhesion of this diy paint? And second question is:
Do you have a wax preference? Based on value and easy to use?
Hi Ninna! The adhesion is excellent AS LONG AS YOU PREP CORRECTLY. I wrote that in caps on purpose because it's vital to any paint that you use. Most paint fails in the adhesion department not because of the paint per say but because people don't prep their surface correctly. I love the clear wax by Annie Sloan. It's buttery smooth, goes on easy and buffs to a beautiful sheen.
Madeline Jean Antiques & Restoration, LLC thanks again!!i asume preparing is a deep cleaning, or should I sand lightly?
Do you use a top coat of some kind? And thanks
Yes either a wax or a water based poly.
Hi, would like to thank you for taking the time to share your knowledge regarding chalkpaint. Have a small question, can you buy only white latex paint and mix with color pigments with the color you should use, instead of buying lots of different cans of paint, and then mix to your recipe for chalk paint? Oops, it was not a small question, it got a little bigger! Looking forward to your reply.
Thank you Cristina from Sweden.
I’m so glad you found some useful information from my tutorial. 😁 Regarding color pigments...I myself have never added color pigments to latex paint. I do know the biggest factor when making your chalk paint is making sure the sheen of latex needs to be either flat or matte. If you get a sheen that’s higher than that you will have consistency issues. My advice? Try to mix the latex with calcium carbonate and the color pigments. See what happens. I’m curious too.
Because it takes relatively small amts of latex paint per project, an idea may be to buy small containers of true white, black, yellow, red & blue latex paints. With these, you can mix any colours you want. Try to make sure that they are as true to the colours as possible without a lot of other tones in them.
Just come across this website ❤Do you colour the chalk paint or do you make chalk paint from different colour paints?
I make the chalk paint from different colored water based latex paints.
Hello. I just came upon your video and I am over the moon excited!! I paint and flip furniture and would love to save money on chalk paints! My question is can you use other lines of Valspar such as the Medallion line? It’s a few bucks more but the nearest Lowe’s is about 45 minutes away and the nearest store doesn’t carry the signature. Also I am assuming you get it in Flat?
Cassandra Smith Hi fellow flipper!!! Yes you can use calcium carbonate with other paints. I’ve used it with Benjamin Moore as well as Valspar. So any latex paint. The one key thing you have to remember make sure the finish is flat or matte if you use a satin or glossy it doesn’t work as well.
Madeline Jean Antiques & Restoration, LLC thank you so much not only for responding but for a great video!!
Madeline Jean Antiques & Restoration, LLC. Hello again my fellow furniture flipping friend! I got the Calcium Carbonate in and my question now is if I want to make a larger amount say 1 pint I would just double the ingredients?
Which paint have you used
Have you had any issues with the paint peeling off when you sand it?
Just finished 2 projects and it peeled off of my metal tray and pottery planter.
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Can I use floetroll paint additive in your chalk paint receipt to help eliminate brush marks for a glass-like finish? Or do you have another suggestion?
That's a great question! I've never used chalk paint but I've been watching a ton of videos. I've seen videos where the finish looks rough. I know a lot of people want that type of finish, but I personally prefer smooth.
The main purpose with chalk paint is that it dries super fast and gives off a matte, chalky appearance which is great for distressing. Adding floetroll would defeat the purpose in a sense because people purposely choose chalk paint because of it's fast dry time. I also don't know how it would react with the chalk paint recipe. I avoid brush marks two ways. I use Cling On Brushes. Definitely worth the hype. That's all I use. Also by sanding in between each painted coat. When I say sand I mean hand sand with 400-500 grit sandpaper. Not aggressive. Feather like. I wrap the sand paper around a felt block.
Hi, I just found your channel. Can you use any color latex paint with the same recipe to make different colors? Thanks for any help
Yes you can! Any color.
Can I use this recipe on fabric? And what about darker colours? Can they stay same colour with that white powder? Thank you
I have never painted fabric so I can’t advise on that. This recipe works fine with darker colors.
Thank you so much for this! I have 2 questions. First, does it matter if you're using acrylic paint as apposed to latex paint?
Second, when I'm painting my second colour on top of the completely dry base colour, there are some spots that lift the base colour the two colours start to mix together. how do I stop that from happening? does that make sense?
Glad you liked the video. Yes it matters what type of paint you use. Acrylic paint is chemical based and latex is water based. Use latex paint with this recipe. If you first layer of paint is lifting it means one of two things....that first coat isn't completely dry OR you didn't prep the piece properly and you are having an adhesion issue.
@@madelinejeanantiquesrestor9074 there was a week inbetween layers so the paints deffenetly dry. It's like the second coat (which im dry brushing) is reactivating the base cote and the two colours are mixing. Only in a couple of spots though. Maybe I didnt clean enough. Thanks for you help
@@madelinejeanantiquesrestor9074 I thought we did'nt have to sand the piece we're painting. Nobody said anything about sanding down the piece of furniture.
@@ezraana1 You should at least hand scuff the piece of furniture to create “teeth” so the paint will adhere to the surface.
@@madelinejeanantiquesrestor9074 Can this be used to paint mason jars?
Off topic question…Up top left hand corner in the back is something that resembles a clock but when I very first noticed it, it looks more like my antique kitchen scale. Am I seeing things cause I’ve never seen another like mine? TIA
Yes it is! I have staging items in the background.
Lovely idea... Can acrylic paint when mixed with calcium carbonate turns into chalk paint?
I personally haven't mixed it but I've seen a couple of people mix craft paint with calcium carbonate with success.
waverly is the best line of paints
Waverly is a great chalk paint priced much lower than other chalk paints.
Thank you for sharing this information. You may have answered this question already, but can this recipe be used in a spray gun?
Chalk paint can be used in a spray gun if it’s the right consistency. Sometimes chalk paint can run a tad thicker than regular paint. Depends on the specific sprayer.
Can you tell me.. can I add this to semi gloss exterior/ interior paint ( wherein Williams)
From Sherwin Williams
Just watched this video.. I read a comment about it not working with acrylic paint. OH.....I am working on a project and I used plaster of paris and Behr's premium plus flat "acrylic" Paint. Will it peel off? What should I do? I went ahead and ordered the calcium carbonate you suggested for the rest of the project. This is my first time making my own chalk paint...Should I sand down the piece I'm working on? Thankfully I started with the small piece.. Thanks for the video. Very informative.
I'm not entirely sure how to advise you. I've never made chalk paint out of an acrylic base before. Just latex paint. How's your paint holding up thus far?
@@madelinejeanantiquesrestor9074 Well, first...I'm not liking the color! Second it seems to be distressing "too easy" if that makes sense. I started by cleaning with Heirloom traditions furniture prep. I did a rinse with plain water. Then I primed twice with Zinnzer BIN 123 primer. Not sure why it's sanding down that easy. Maybe too chalky to honest. I could have added too much of the dreaded plaster of paris thatI didn't realize was toxic until now!
I’m just learning about making my own chalk paint. Question could y tell me what to use to seal my piece of furniture after I have painted it. What do I use on ceramic pieces etc. Thank y 😊
Janet Klein I personally seal my painted pieces either with clear wax or water-based Polycrylic. Don’t use oil based polyurethane products over your painted pieces. It will yellow them.
@@madelinejeanantiquesrestor9074 what is Polycrylic I never heard that before '
@@ezraana1 it’s made by Minwax. Water based topcoat. Many use it over chalk paint to seal it.
I use rustoleum chalked matte clear or Minwax polycrylic
can i use satin???
Should you mix small amounts or can you do big batches? How long does it last, shelf life after you do the cc to paint? Thank you so much for this!
I mix only what I need for each project. I find that works best. I find the shelflife to be anywhere between 2 to 3 weeks sometimes even longer.
I've been making chalk paint with plaster of Paris, however I'll probably change to the calcium carbonate if Bethany confirms that the white paint colour doesn't change when using the CC. I find the white paint changes to a grey white when using plaster of Paris which doesn't work for my crafts as I need the chalk paint whiter. I store my chalk paint in a large mouth mason jar with a plastic Ball lid. I just finished using a batch that I made in January.
Does anyone know if this recipe with calcium carbonate can be used for reverse graphic transfers (paper onto wood)?
I use Mod Podge for that.
A new sub n..I want to send u a virtual big hug n say thank u for this great recipe on making ur own chalk paint❣️
Thank you so much 😊 I appreciate you subbing!
I am painting over a laminate surface, should I use an oil based primer
I don't ever paint laminate so I don't know what to advise.
What do you cover the paint with afterwards
I use either clear wax to seal or a water based topcoat.
Do you use Acrylic or Latex pain ?
Latex paint only
Hello 👋, that's awesome 👌, I tried it however when I painted it showed some degradation in color. Do you think the plaster of Paris should have been mixed in a blender to better become homogeneous!! Also the color becomes lighter , I guess we should choose a darker grade color since the plaster will lighten slightly the color... thanks and hope to hear from you 😊
I don’t use plaster of Paris to make my chalk paint. I use calcium carbonate and never had an issue with a degradation of color.
@@madelinejeanantiquesrestor9074 i tried also calcium carbonate and the color is not homogeneous,,, there's shadows or degradation... I guess I should try to mix with a blender so its all mixed well !!!
@@rommycougar hmmm I’ve never had an issue. I just mix like I did in the video. Calcium carbonate dissolves almost immediately.
thank you!! Just one question: that amount that you mixed was enough to paint the entire dresser? I have an old vanity, and instead of getting rid of it I thought I may paint it, but I don't want to have excess paint that I never going to use again XD Thank you for your help. :)
Yes one cup (8oz) should be enough to cover a medium sized vanity. Best of luck with your project!
@@madelinejeanantiquesrestor9074 thanks 😁
Can you add color to the white calk paint
You can mix calcium carbonate with any color of water based latex paint. Make sure it's matte or flat in the sheen for best results.
What was the brand name of the 5# bag sold on Amazon?
This is what I order:
www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00XI4RN1E/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=madelinejeana-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=B00XI4RN1E&linkId=b9b4d3ee4eb945c5f3d41ee86335c413