How to Chalk Paint Furniture | With Chalk Paint and Wax + BEST Tips and Tricks

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Today I’m sharing the basics AND what others don’t want to talk about when it comes to how to chalk paint furniture.
We're going through the very basics of chalk painting furniture and how to apply wax to chalk paint.
If you already know the basics, stick around, because after that, we’re going to dive into some of the secrets to make your chalk-painted furniture even better!
|What to Expect|
0:00 Before
0:22 Remove Hardware
1:36 Clean Surface
2:56 Chalk Paint
3:40 Painting with Paint Brush
4:34 Spray or Roll?
5:33 Paint Drips
7:48 Drawers
9:43 Applying Wax (Tips and Tricks)
11:15 Topcoating
12:41 Does chalk paint scratch easily?
13:43 Sand before chalk paint?
14:24 Chalk paint without sanding
15:37 How to repaint chalk paint furniture that was waxed?
16:18 After
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@croberts709 Жыл бұрын

I checked out your video and others before starting my first chalk paint project. I learned a lot! Just for anyone else who, like me, is thinking of their first go at this I thought I would advise a few things. First, anyone who is doing these videos has done it before so you won't have the same experience, so don't expect it to be so easy. I would not use a bristle brush, I started with one and didn't like it. Little bristles got into the paint and it didn't feel natural in my hand. I switched to good quality foam brushes and loved those. Foam rollers would also probably be good for bigger pieces. I would prime my piece first. Oh man do I wish I had done that it would have saved me so much work. It took four coats of the chalk paint to fully cover the dark wood on my bookcase, and yes I used good quality paint. Go with the grain or at least stay in a pattern, it will look so much better. Be prepared to sand a little in between coats because drips will happen and in places you wouldn't expect because of the thickness of the paint. I liked the final project but again it wasn't as easy as experienced youtubers would have you believe. Bring your patience. Good luck.

@user-qm7dk3sz6g 10 ай бұрын

@croberts/09 thank you very much for the tips you shared with us. Vi don't t now how many times I followed a video, and just give up on my project because it was far from the KZfaqr result. It's all about experience and the real tips.

@annmcintosh4524 8 ай бұрын

Do I wax AND put verathane to seal? I’m definitely going to prime first.

@croberts709 8 ай бұрын

I just waxed and it came out fine.@@annmcintosh4524

@6821hominy 7 ай бұрын

When you said you should prime first, what product do you use to prime? Kilz?

@croberts709 7 ай бұрын

I WISH I had primed, I didn’t but I probably would have used kilz because I see other KZfaqrs using it.

@HB76848 Жыл бұрын

As a beginner painter it was very informative, thank you so much!

@HikkaCity Жыл бұрын

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@lorikeogan2457 2 жыл бұрын

I just now discovered you! I know how to paint furnitur, but was curious to see what you taught people. I am Extremely impressed!!!! So you now have another subscriber & I will definitely tell people that need the basics & more to watch your video's & give you a follow! Thanks for fully doing what you said you were going to do!!!!!

@dreamterry Жыл бұрын

What a gorgeous color you created!

@marciebaker8172 2 жыл бұрын

Nicely presented and very informative! Thank you

@donnadeuvall4462 Жыл бұрын

So glad I found your channel! I’m ready to try chalk painting!

@suzannelevy6723 2 жыл бұрын

Wonderfully explained, I paint furniture but love to see new people to gain more knowledge Love the way you teach! Subscribed!

@mauricioavalos9825 Жыл бұрын

Great illustrative and detailed explanation.. many thanks

@cadwacker Жыл бұрын

Great job. Thank you. Easy to follow and understand.

@L0U1SE 10 ай бұрын

Looks great! Thanks for the detailed info

@evegua4977 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing its been a minute since I’ve done a few pieces of furniture, but you inspire me to startup again 😇

@JA-gx3nh Жыл бұрын

That color looks beautiful on that piece!!

@thisflippenfurniture Жыл бұрын

Great video! You explain things very well!

@ingridvdberghe8799 Жыл бұрын

Very instructive and well explained. Even with some projects done I reckognized some of your tips. Thank you

@martinathomas814 Жыл бұрын

Such a wealth of information. Thank you!

@julietteshore1118 Жыл бұрын

Brilliant! Thank you. Very straightforward easy to follow instructions. I am a complete beginner and now I can make a confident start.

@klashher2043 Жыл бұрын

Your tips were extremely helpful. Thank you.

@lorettamurray7648 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent tutorial, thank you!

@starrjones1477 Жыл бұрын

great video short and to the point. thanks for sharing.

@fourtails1192 2 жыл бұрын

Great video for beginners..thanks for sharing

@mariaabreu9085 Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much for your explanation 👏👏👏👏 so helpful!

@mandygsell7327 Жыл бұрын

Such a clear explanation!! thank you . certainly will subscribe!!!

@estherheming8836 9 ай бұрын

Thank you for all the good information.

@SC-fw3gj Жыл бұрын

I wasn't looking for this, it was a random click that got me here. But since I watched the video, let me say that you are very clear and thorough in your instructions that if I wanted to chalk paint ,I could start today . You are a very good teacher.

@marykayleffler3281 Жыл бұрын

I just found your channel when searching for DIY chalk paint for beginners. Fantastic video! I feel confident I could do this, and do it well with your instructions. I also appreciate examples of what not to do, and that there was no annoying background music. Thank you!

@fritula6200 Жыл бұрын

I just really liked yr video.... because it was the best video on KZfaq for me because it was without all the fanfare that 99% of others do. I also liked how you parched-up all the holes and chipped off wooden corners. This is professional. You are a confidence booster.

@dianaevans6725 Жыл бұрын

Thank you!! Very informative!!

@uncutwithLushon Жыл бұрын

This was SUPER helpful!!!!

@prudencepark3731 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for painting with the grain of the wood!

@nwtigerwoodard1471 Жыл бұрын

What a great job you did TJ and I love your pace your knowledge very very good thank you now I will go attack. Crazy love it

@sweetengland99 Жыл бұрын

🦔🦔🦔Really enjoying your video!! Thank you so much for sharing! 💚👍🏻🦔🦔🦔

@nancyvalentine9901 Жыл бұрын

wonderful video and instrustions!

@jeanninepleva9336 Жыл бұрын

Hi, I really enjoyed your video. I'm contemplating changing my whole living room look from my dark Tommy Bahama furniture to a more light chalk paint Coastal nautical theme. I was wondering what steps I need to take with this dark furniture before I chalk paint. Looking forward to getting started.

@rosar7658 Жыл бұрын

That’s perfect video! I love it!

@hannahegetscrafte Жыл бұрын

It looks beautiful.

@carolmaclean1356 Жыл бұрын

I'm ready to start some furniture to sell. Thanks for the tips! 💕

@lisabrown1515 2 жыл бұрын

You are a great teacher!! Easy to follow and very knowledgeable and just plain “real”!! Thank you!

@ARayofSunlight 2 жыл бұрын

Oh I love hearing that you think so. Thank you so much! ❤️

@tinam5330 2 жыл бұрын

I love watching you, so much information I didn't know. The dresser turned out Beautiful.

@ARayofSunlight 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Tina!

@diannabrown5260 Жыл бұрын

This was great! Thank you. I am currently attempting my first project. I am refinishing an old entertainment center into a bar. Praying all goes well.

@mrs.giannosp5507 Жыл бұрын

Your video was very helpful! I subscribed!!

@theguerns3981 2 жыл бұрын

oh my word I have this exact dresser...handles and all! now I can't wait to refinish it!

@Nonameforyoudangit 9 ай бұрын

Structurally sound, vintage waterfall furniture like this dresser is becoming rarer and more valuable. I hope you refinished instead of painting :/

@jessicamarrero3159 2 жыл бұрын

Just when I think I know it all you come up with more very helpful tips ☺️

@ARayofSunlight 2 жыл бұрын

Oh wow!

@ellalillard6418 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video ❤

@tiffanygibbs8099 11 ай бұрын

Im JUST learning how to do all this and learned SO much from this video! Thank you doe taking time to make this.

@ARayofSunlight 11 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@maryjacobsen6539 3 ай бұрын

Thank you very for sharing your expertise. i appreciate all of the extra tips you added in your video. I have watched quite a few of these kinds of videos recently, and I have to say you gave a lot of good extra advice I have not heard in any of the other videos, Again, thank you very much!

@ARayofSunlight 3 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@carmens6074 Жыл бұрын

🎉 thank you Lady!!

@gfayecox Жыл бұрын

Great information.

@gailzaranek6958 4 ай бұрын

Thanks for an easy-to-understand tutorial. I feel comfortable with my project now.

@ARayofSunlight 4 ай бұрын

You are welcome!

@kfossi1986 Жыл бұрын

Great video... thank you.

@dianeleone1634 9 ай бұрын

Oddly satisfying💙 Beautifully done💘

@ARayofSunlight 9 ай бұрын

Thank you!

@skyhawaii5446 2 жыл бұрын

Great Info. Beautiful project. Have never seen the filler you use in HI for wood. Will check into it. A great filler for flat surfaces is Abatron Wood Epox. A little costly but worth every penny. I use BIN a lot. Great for what you are doing. Bin is the same as your go to clear sealer which you like. If people want a water based primer and they desire a dark finish such as in your video, try grey 123 or grey gripper. Faux Effect has one of the best primers I have ever used for decorative paint jobs called Aqua Bond. Keep posting as you are a great teacher. Respects

@swisschalet1658 Жыл бұрын

Great video!

@JamieBraves Жыл бұрын

That color 😍😍😍

@anitakalli100 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful color! 😍 👏

@ARayofSunlight 2 жыл бұрын

Right? It was a happy accident trying to use up my stash of paint. Haha

@reginamoriggi5886 Жыл бұрын

Excelent. Thank you😍

@joanneconrad3987 Жыл бұрын

perfect tutorial! great job and your piece of furniture looks stunning!

@kathleenbrown6734 Жыл бұрын

pretty color!

@chefgarrin 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this complete process..... do you have more using different paints and topcoats?

@ashleyturner4483 Жыл бұрын

Very informative

@montanamom1124 Жыл бұрын

Good good teaching!

@khale4876 10 ай бұрын

Thank you!

@mehmoodfurniturehallroad 2 жыл бұрын

I love furniture polish paint I like your work

@jennynassar3703 9 ай бұрын

That came out beautiful.

@ARayofSunlight 9 ай бұрын

Thanks!

@daysj1 3 ай бұрын

Very helpful video 🔥🤝

@ARayofSunlight 3 ай бұрын

Glad to hear that!

@amandajones6481 10 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for making this brilliant video tutorial. I had no idea that wax is used to seal in chalk paint, in fact I just painted the inside of the drawers that go in my little bedside tables with pink chalk paint and I was wondering how to seal it, so I'm very glad that I saw your video. Thanks for all the tips as well, like using an old t shirt to apply the wax.

@ARayofSunlight 10 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@lennytheloon Жыл бұрын

Kwikwood sets up fast. Never mix the entire tube because it will harden before you can use it. I slice off about 1/4" mix it and fill what I can and then do it again. There is a dark layer over a light center... You want to slice off a piece and work the two colors together completely. If the area is large and deep you can do it in layers and use a bit thicker of a slice. It is a pain to get off of your hands but it won't work with gloves (it sticks to them). Kwikwood is the best wood filler out there! I love it!

@LindaLopez-um2zi Жыл бұрын

Very good nice job👍

@I-S-S-D-R-I 2 жыл бұрын

Wow Good job 👍

@dawnwitt7633 Жыл бұрын

Hi! Was having trouble with wax looking streaky on chalk paint and Annie Sloan video suggests wiping off the excess then letting it dry overnight before buffing. Do you have good luck buffing right away?

@rose-hope 2 ай бұрын

It’s lovely!

@ARayofSunlight 2 ай бұрын

Thanks!

@moniquebostic09 3 ай бұрын

I just got a beat up wooden table and I want to paint it. This will be my first time so I came to KZfaq and found your video. Let me same thank you this video is so helpful.

@dianahenderson6049 Жыл бұрын

Thank You 😊

@tcosmos Жыл бұрын

Very easy to understand 🤔

@rhanacarla8885 11 ай бұрын

Sou do Brasil e seu vídeo foi um dos que mais me ajudou. Muito obrigada 🙏🏻

@ARayofSunlight 11 ай бұрын

You're welcome!

@danitucker3749 Жыл бұрын

thank you !

@debbieland7211 Жыл бұрын

Beautiful colour paint,could you let us know the course you used to mix.Very informative I'm doing my first project.Some great tips.

@balueklo 2 ай бұрын

Love it ❤

@ARayofSunlight 2 ай бұрын

Glad you do! ☺

@hazelmacgregor4355 8 ай бұрын

Just bought a set if old type pine bedroom furniture and want to try and chalk paint it to a light colour. I live in Spain and hopefully I can find the correct paint and primers. Loved your video and your teaching method was easy to understand. I can do this, wish me luck ❤️

@ARayofSunlight 8 ай бұрын

Good luck!

@kathleenhernandez3772 2 жыл бұрын

It came out great

@ARayofSunlight 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@divinelight8573 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you

@diannapappas8055 Жыл бұрын

Very helpful can you chalk paint laminate?

@danatodd8153 Жыл бұрын

I've had a container of wax for months and haven't been sure how to use it until this. THANK you. I painted the vanity in my camper and thought I made a mistake. It just looks...not the way I wanted.

@nm2795 8 ай бұрын

U did a beautiful job. Ik chalk paint chips easy but never thought of wax. So wish me luck on my project

@ARayofSunlight 8 ай бұрын

Good luck!

@ZUMBACOSTABLANCA 2 ай бұрын

Great video. 526,000 views and counting... seems like you weren't late to the game at all 😉❤️

@ashlymatthews1781 Жыл бұрын

This was extremely helpful. I live In Arizona and I want to paint my front door with blush pink chalk paint by rest oleum. What brush should I use? Should I still spray it down with water? How long should I wait to do a second coat?

@MiLuAyNaYu Жыл бұрын

Thank youuu, the best explanation I've found yet. I have a question tho, I'm going to paint my bedroom door with rust-oleum chalk paint, but like, I'll obviously be using it quite a lot, especially considering I have three cats and a dog who love to scratch it to get out haha, I was thinking maybe during the 3 weeks or so that the wax is curing and whatever, maybe I could like wrap it in plastic or something? would that not work? and do you have another alternative I could use that doesnt involve sleeping without a door for almost a month?:( oh and one last question, how do I keep it clean after its done? can it be water resistant after waxed?

@The.M.Hargett 10 ай бұрын

That color is yummy!!!!

@margaretWestminster 2 жыл бұрын

I really like your video. You start right away and get on with the lesson. Wonderful NO music and small talk. Thank you

@DebbieFurstenberg Жыл бұрын

Ive just bought a dressing table that I would like to paint white, I was advised to use chalk paint but not sure if this is the best option, or should I rather use a silk gloss type of paint?

@eternallygratefulholistic2422 Ай бұрын

Do you have any videos on how to paint multi colors on a coffee table. You know how those are really in style with the turquoise and browns and different colors? Thank you for this video I've been frustrated. Now I know why! I wasn't doing anything right

@maureenmackey4879 Жыл бұрын

I sand my furniture a bit and add that sanded off wood to the pieces missing. That’s more for staining,it remains the same colour when staining. Little tip if your doing a wood and paint piece.

@user-ty2qs3yy3f 10 ай бұрын

Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! This video gave me more information than any other one I have watched before. What profit margarine should you try to get for your furniture? If you don’t mind sharing. But if you don’t want to, I understand. As you can tell I am a real beginner. Thanks again!!!

@ARayofSunlight 10 ай бұрын

That all depends on you and your area. Obviously you want to at least get back your cost as well as pay for your time. How much is your time worth? How good is your work? As you get better you can charge more for your work.

@juliawalker5394 Жыл бұрын

What kind of sealers do you use on kitchen cabinets? I’m using the Behr Chalk paint, I bought the Behr Decorative Wax. Is this good for kitchen cabinets?

@teresahickey3021 7 ай бұрын

Cool

@horselady65 3 ай бұрын

Thanks for the lesson, I have a dresser I’m going to paint.

@ARayofSunlight 3 ай бұрын

Have fun!

@geraldinegazzara9801 Ай бұрын

I think I can do this!

@pollyanna4468 2 ай бұрын

I really like your videos! I came to this one to find out the color you were using because I love it! My surprise was you mixed the color yourself. 😅

@ARayofSunlight 2 ай бұрын

Oh thank you!

@user-xn2cl9pd4b Жыл бұрын

Learning the journey of diy-furniture.. how do you prepare the amount of paint ? I mean how do you manage if the mixed paint gets over before covering the entire furniture. Because getting the same shade again by mixing colours is difficult isn’t it