I think she just heard me because shes elbowing me right this very minute as if to say Yes mom. After doing more research I decided to thin some of the chalk paint with water (1 teaspoon to eight ounces) and to roll it on the table top. This pair. Oh! I'm going to paint a bedroom dressed that is wood. However, on the tabletop the paint seemed to go on thinly and you could see brush strokes. Are you sure you want to paint the table? In addition to the repeat color pallet, I also deployed a favorite for the hardware - these Amazon.com brass whistle knobs have made their appearance here and here - oh yeah and here too. Just so were clear, this post was not sponsored by Behr. Fun fact - those pulls were actually leftovers from this project. Need Help? I actually made a Dark Wax tutorial about this exact subject so you can see what happens if you dont first use Clear Wax. If youve been following along for a while, then you probably already know that over the years, Ive painted several pieces of furniture and two sets of cabinets using different brands of chalk paint. You are welcome to use one image from Kate Decorates in a roundup post provided that you clearly link back to my website to provide credit. Where will baby wait if I have to finagle them down some stairs?? For the styling, I had a fun opportunity to play with a new-to-me product: an oversized tapestry from Tapart - a company that sells modern tapestries by independent artists. Im simply sharing my thoughts on this paint that I purchased with my own money. Chalk paint is my favorite paint to use for furniture and home decor. For example, Annie Sloan has 42, Dixie Belle and 64, Magnolia Home has 44, and Rust-Oleum has 35. When I set up the meet, I figured all I really had to do was get baby H and me dressed enough to be considered decent, drive out there to pick them up, throw them in the car, then head home. Lets keep in touch! Yes these dressers were a great buy for the business but if it doesnt work out, it doesnt work out. If so, what brands have you loved (or not loved)? Its just a peek but I hope someone will appreciate the subtle detail. I did and, based on some of the comments on this post, it feels like the priming probably makes the difference between great results and a so-so outcome. Since the white is sitting on top of the wax, it should remove with just a damp rag but its not a perfect process so try to avoid this situation if possible. Recently, I decided to update the color of my trumeau mirror and chose to try Behr Chalk Paint. Twice. And so for the latest room refresh I worked on the kids shared colorful bathroom (its 80% done, and you can see the before and after pics right here) I decided to paint the bathroom vanity and wooden shelf brackets using Behr Chalk Paint, which is sold exclusively at Home Depot. I am thinking of doing some furniture refurbishing and I am just learning about chalk paint. I didnt add water to the quart but rather used my misting bottle to spray as I painted. I had scheduled this pick up during what I learned later that many moms call the witching hour - that hellish time of day where baby can seem inconsolable. Im just not one of those people. Hi! Required fields are marked *. I chose a favorite sIlky black paint finish for the body but still wanted some way to keep at least a touch of wood. Ill admit, I genuinely like their color palette which is primarily neutrals and soft colors. We handle and market our artist's designs while they focus on what they do best - creating artwork. Your email address will not be published. Using a round brush (because I didnt want directionality), I lightly dipped the tip into the paint and then blotted it on a clean cloth. Thanks for your support! Over the years Ive tried my hand at painting lots of things. There should be so little paint on your brush that it is almost dry as soon as you apply it. My hope is that sharing my own experience will help someone else (like you!) Its easier than you think! After 10 minutes of waiting, baby H went all Chernobyl and we had to evacuate STAT. Do you need to wax it over? I realize that a chalk paint made by a traditional paint company that is readily available at a lower price point might make some skeptical. And have you tried Behr? I have always used Annie Sloan but just decided to try Behr (to save money) to paint a bathroom vanity. The interior of the cabinet has a shelf that could easily fit a tabletop record player when not in use. Never. So we set out again - this time I made sure that baby had a full belly and a clean diaper first, and that the pieces were grab-and-go ready, and that they would fit safely around my most precious cargo (the baby not the dressers). And how well does it have to be sanded? I would be worried about the white paint over the wax. It's hard for me to say much about sanding and priming without seeing the piece. to create your own custom color, but right out of the can, most have between 40-60 in terms of color options. Youre now a part of the Tidbits&Twine community. He was a little low but made of solid wood with good bones and I knew I really wanted to see it become something special. What if something breaks in transit and there is super sharp debris rattling around her in the car??? A quick read of most of the first-appearing Google searches as per chalk paint safe for infants tend to leave one with tthe idea that chalk paint is chalk paint is chalk paint and that all chalk paint is perfectly safe to use anywhere. I started using a chalk paint brush, but then switched to a regular paint brush after reading on the paint can that Behr recommended using a regular paint brush with their chalk paint. I wont go into all the different brands here or try to compare every single one on the market because 1) thatd be super overwhelming for both of us and 2) if youre really curious, you can Google chalk paint comparisons and come up with plenty of reading material on the topic. My favorite retailers plus some of my latest favorite finds that fit your style! ~g;`]KI{NQhNRDXm%/YQdt Cautionary Tale Dont be human and screw things up. Why? I did not personally experience any streaking with the Behr paint. The next time I do a diy project with chalk paint, I am going to try a different brand of chalk paint. Id love to hear your two cents in the comments! Now I don't know if it's because it's a dark color, Navy blue but on the large sections of the vanity I can't get it to not look streaky. Worst fears confirmed. What if we drive all the way out there and we cant get the pieces to fit around her car seat? The paint went on fine on the table legs, solid coverage. Keep a misting bottle handy in case you want to smooth out an area or if your brush gets a bit dry. Heres a look at how Annie Sloan, Behr, Dixie Belle, and Rust-Oleum compare on RAW wood. I've used General Finishes milk paint before -- we recently used it on a dog crate that my husband built. I applied one coat of Clear Wax to the entire mirror and did NOT allow it to dry before moving to the Dark Wax. I painted a small kitchen table. Easy, peasy lemon squeezy. I dont like it if my paint brush drags as Im brushing because it creates paint lines. p.s. Ive been meaning to change the color of my trumeau mirror for.probably about 10 years! I have put on 3 coats. I added dark walnut legs with brass sabots (thats fancy furniture talk for brass shoes) to play up this little detail. So when I heard that Behr had introduced a new line of Behr chalk paint, I was pretty curious to test it out to see how it compared to the other brands Ive used. Keep a second clean rag handy in case you put too much paint on your piece and want to wipe some excess away. This pair of 3 drawer chests with their clean lines and their gold buckle hardware. Because you dont have to be good at painting to create a gorgeous look. However, I am curious if you, or if you know of anyone who, have tried to use a spray gun to put down this paint? Would you believe it was not until we were going thru the actual motions of loading the cradle up to be delivered to our daughter who was planning to paint some decorative elements on the cradle, that I saw the cancer/reproductive system warnings on the back of the chalk paint can?!! I know how to use a paint brush and roller. Hi Kelly! Between the drawers and the cabinet, he has a lot of versatile storage so I began to see him as something worthy of a suave bachelor pad or the glossy pages of a West Elm catalog. Unsubscribe at any time. The blue-gray after color just doesnt work nearly as well. If you are interested in this piece or a custom order like it, email me at [emailprotected] for purchasing and shipping options. Step 1: Paint solid coverage of Deep Thought, DIY Restoration Hardware Look Using Paint, How to Create a Chippy Paint Finish using Chalk Paint, Rust-Oleum $10.88-$21.48 for 30 oz. No - not because they didnt fit in my car but because for the first time in my furniture flipping career, I had to call an audible on account of the screaming baby in the car. Exclusive Member of Mediavine Home. One notable difference between Behr chalk paint and Annie Sloan chalk paint is that Behr does NOT appear to be safe for use on an infants crib/cradle. Its not my favorite because of the coverage issue, but it was easy to work with, easy to acquire, and I love the price. The Clear Wax allows the Dark Wax to move and spread around. Usually, I get about 80%-90% coverage on the first pass with full coverage after two coats. I love to play around with art in our home but sometimes I catch myself craving something with a HUGE impact (just preferably not to my wallet). Would I use Behr again? Wont it chip away? It was iin that state of failure-to-read-fine-print-with-an-electron-microscope-and-a-tteam-of-lawyers-present-naivety that I painted a rocking cradle for my great-grandchild in the (quite beautiful I must say) Tin White shade of Behr chalk paint. You guessed it - I resurrected our old favorite inky blue/ black color Black Boudoir for a moody chalky finish. The silky quality to the tapestries almost makes it feel more like a vintage scarf than a wall hanging, but they adds an easy punch to any space and have a variety of designs from surreal to graphic, abstract to cheeky matras. I painted for the first time with chalk paint, and used Behr chalk paint from Home Depot. Obviously, a mirror doesnt really get any wear and tear like a dresser or table would, but its definitely not peeling off. tj@E And thats exactly why chalk paint is the perfect paint for someone like me. Thanks. Dry brushing is a technique where you only apply a barely-there amount of paint just to the tips of the brush bristles. I had been so hell-bent on maintaining my need to create that I hadnt stopped to consider her needs. Thats what the second coat is for! All Rights Reserved. Inky Dresser + Nightstand || Styling with a Tapestry, Design Reveal: Full of Surprises Master Suite, Design Reveal: Color, But Make It Sophisticated, Design Reveal: Cali Meets Traditional Part 2, Design Reveal: Cali Meets Traditional Part 1. I do like a mix of painted and stained furniture. e6)EIgf"{lf||U7$8GzR'F5'_)F]TH_rGetd|lF hV23dp",5g;p~Y7U?K Most chalk paint brands offer a limited range of colors in their product line. Thanks for being here! These babies are ready for a new home and Im ready for a new project - provided Ive figured out how to be a mom and a maker *wink*, Black 3-Drawer Dresser SetNow Available for Sale32W x 18D x 30H$795 for the pair, If you are interested in this piece or a custom order like it, email me at [emailprotected], So let me just start this post by saying this may be my last flip before baby H comes!
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