How To Distress Chalk Painted Furniture

How To Distress Chalk Painted Furniture | Tips & Techniques

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In this video you will learn how to give your Chalk Painted furniture a worn appearance using a technique called distressing. I go over both dry and wet distressing and answer some FAQ’s along the way.
I’ve been painting furniture and teaching hands on workshops for years and I want to share with you my tips and tricks to help you get started. Leave your questions in the comments below! And let me know what other furniture painting techniques you’d like to learn next!
Watch this video to see the first steps I completed on this side table:
How to Chalk Paint Furniture | Beginners Guide to Chalk Paint & Wax
• How to Chalk Paint Fur...
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SANDING SPONGE, SANDPAPER, SANDING BLOCK: Any brand will work! When shopping at your local hardware store or online, select medium grit.
KITCHEN SPONGE: Any brand will work! Look for the sponge that has the scouring pad on one side.
THE BRUSH I USED FOR APPLYING WAX:
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LINT FREE CLOTH: buy a bag of lint free rags from local hardware stores
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OR cut up old t-shirts.
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@DIYDEANNA 4 жыл бұрын

Share your furniture distressing tips below!

@ShaggerDuddles 4 жыл бұрын

Your so good at what you do and your presentation is excellent! You've gone the extra step so that if someone watching can write things down. You've also gone the extra step to have them written out on the screen right next to you which makes it easy to follow. Please keep up the great work to make this user friendly. Thank you for taking your time in this process for beginners. The questions that I had you made most of them clear for me. Thank you, Bravo Bella!!

@DIYDEANNA 4 жыл бұрын

Hello! Thanks for your feedback. It means a lot to me when someone takes the time to comment like you have. This feedback is very helpful for me when I am coming up with ideas and creating new content. So again, thank you very much! And thanks for watching :)

@brunobill7 2 жыл бұрын

You are a breath of fresh air. Your videos are so easy and uncomplicated leaving out a bunch of useless talk I don't care to hear. I feel confident to take on my project. You answer every question I had. Love your dogs! Thank you!

@DIYDEANNA 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your thoughtful feedback! I’m glad you enjoyed the style of my video and my little 4 legged helpers!!

@patriciajarvis6767 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the DIY video. I love that you have NO MUSIC! You get to the point. Thanks.

@DIYDEANNA 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your feedback!!

@catwomanextraordinaire 3 жыл бұрын

Your video is awesome. Straightforward and clear. Plus you're not all glammed up, looking at yourself every 5 seconds, playing with your hair for the best camera look. You are great!

@DIYDEANNA 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your feedback! I appreciate it ☺️

@marshalam8250 4 жыл бұрын

I have watch a lot of videos on chalk paint, wax and distressing and yours are the best one. Thank you for taking the time to explain it well 🙏

@DIYDEANNA 3 жыл бұрын

Glad you found this video easy to follow! Thanks for leaving your feedback :)

@kimhemm1105 3 жыл бұрын

I love your diy videos! Seem so happy to be teaching us. Huge beautiful smile on your face at all times. Your videos are more helpful than any I've watched. You make things sound so easy. Great tips!!! Great teaching!!!

@DIYDEANNA 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your feedback, I really do love teaching so I’m glad it shows!

@Rachelmar78 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for sharing. As a very new beginner using chalk paint, you’ve answered a lot of questions I had. Now I can finish my small project.

@tammielpowell 13 күн бұрын

Informative, concise, and well-done. Thank you!

@charuverma5802 2 жыл бұрын

I’ve been wanting to chalk paint a couple of things but have been too scared to try. You make it appear so easy. Your tips are very practical and I’m going to go ahead and try a few things on my own. Thank you so much!! These videos have been a godsend!

@DIYDEANNA 2 жыл бұрын

You can do it! Thanks for watching!

@erikamcrae3607 4 жыл бұрын

Love love love all your videos! I have learned so much in less than 24 hours just from watching your videos. You have done a great job of explaining everything. Thank you so much!!!!

@DIYDEANNA 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! I'm glad you are learning, this is why I create these videos! Working on some new videos, coming soon :)

@karenjudge1990 2 жыл бұрын

You are excellent. You’re pleasant to watch and very easy to understand! Thank You

@neanpeng7599 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for your video, it was the best one I found about distressing! I was able to complete my dresser and it looks so good thanks to you. Keep up the great work!

@DIYDEANNA 3 жыл бұрын

Wonderful! I am so happy to hear this helped you complete your dresser!

@reginasmith9014 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome videos! I love the warm smile in your voice.

@DIYDEANNA 3 жыл бұрын

Awe thanks! This made my day.

@valerina01 2 жыл бұрын

Great video. You explain things very well and I can’t wait to get started with my projects!

@jolenaa.9453 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for your videos. I am a beginner and was painting & distressing my first piece of furniture today. Your videos helped me so much, they are absolutely, hands down or up :) the best. :)

@DIYDEANNA 3 жыл бұрын

So happy to hear you found this video helpful! I love it... "Hands down or up :) the best." Thank you! Hope you had fun painting your first piece today.

@audreysimpson9934 4 жыл бұрын

Great job! Very clear, easy to understand and without unnecessary details.

@DIYDEANNA 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I always worry that I talk too much so this is great feedback. Thanks for watching :)

@jamesrose6525 3 жыл бұрын

Such an excellent, articulate DIY video! I greatly appreciate you sharing your expertise.

@DIYDEANNA 3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@dyannroby3358 4 жыл бұрын

Learning is easy with DIY Deanna--thank you-- I am a beginner and you are very helpful

@DIYDEANNA 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your feedback Dyann! I'm so happy to hear you are learning from my videos!

@thaliar7866 2 жыл бұрын

This was really helpful! Thank you!

@carolesolen7638 2 жыл бұрын

I absolutely love your ideas!! Thank you so much for sharing!! I’m new to chalk paint & wax!!! Love that distressed look!!! 👍

@leafox-england3414 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you ! 🙏 great teacher and awesome job.

@petermelnychuk4837 2 жыл бұрын

Great video. Answered my questions

@soysan34 Жыл бұрын

Thank -you for such a quick to the facts video!

@cdugral 3 жыл бұрын

Makes me jump up get some furniture and paint and start distressing! Nice!!!

@DIYDEANNA 3 жыл бұрын

Yessss! Thanks for watching!

@AlpineArts 2 жыл бұрын

Another fabulous video and beautifully done piece of furniture! So glad I found this channel. I find myself smiling the whole time I’m watching, and I love that you always have such a sweet, big smile on your face! It’s a pleasure watching your videos- keep them coming , Deanna! You’re so talented and I can’t wait to create my first chalk painted piece of furniture! Thanks to your amazing instructions and your quality content, I feel confident that I can do it and do it well! :) thanks so much

@DIYDEANNA 2 жыл бұрын

I hope you tackle your first project soon! You can do it! I enjoy making these videos and knowing that I am inspiring others makes it worthwhile, thank you for leaving this comment!

@daniellechicoine5119 2 жыл бұрын

couldn't have said it better myself! New to your channel, but Deanna, you rock! Thanks for your awesome explanations, and the big smile helps, too!

@marierenstrom3884 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing this video🤗😍 love it!

@kathygirlygirl4109 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Before I go buy my paint and wax, I had to watch your distress video! So easy and looking forward to the task.

@DIYDEANNA 3 жыл бұрын

Have fun!

@robertmcgivern565 2 жыл бұрын

I wish I had your patience and foresight, I bought some chalk spray paint and didn't even know I'd need wax. Then I watched the video.

@Ana-fj7df Жыл бұрын

So helpful. Thanks for sharing 👍

@sharongorebeard9855 2 жыл бұрын

You r so great with ur videos.Very well presented..Explained so well..Have a wonderful day..Thank u. ❤

@kellymarsh4296 Жыл бұрын

Great job on the video!

@sydellpersky6266 3 жыл бұрын

You make it seem so easy. Great job explaining each process. I have viewed other videos but, you are the best. Looking forward to doing my first project. Thanks

@DIYDEANNA 3 жыл бұрын

I’m glad you found this video easy to follow! I hope you enjoy your first project, thanks for watching!

@donnacarraway9182 2 жыл бұрын

So great!

@charliearnold4459 3 жыл бұрын

Very well made video, great explanations!

@DIYDEANNA 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@emmarodgers929 3 жыл бұрын

Great easy to understand tutorial on waxing. Looking forward to using wax and distressing my first piece now. Thanks

@DIYDEANNA 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Emma! Thanks for watching and good luck with waxing and distressing your piece! Have fun!

@lanalove6704 Жыл бұрын

Fabulously explained ✅

@christahoellering2233 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your great video - your instructions are easy to follow, and I am ready to try my project with chalk paint

@DIYDEANNA 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! Have fun with your project.

@k8iee520 11 ай бұрын

Thank you this is really helpful

@joysmith5903 2 жыл бұрын

How very informative.. thank you so much ❤

@judybal672 Жыл бұрын

Your video was great! I want to distress a table & your info is very helpful. Thank you👍🏼

@DIYDEANNA Жыл бұрын

Glad this was helpful! Thanks for watching!

@teresaking4039 10 ай бұрын

A super helpful demonstration. Thank you so much!

@DIYDEANNA 10 ай бұрын

Glad you found this helpful! Thanks for watching.

@therevolutionwillnotbetele8494 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much. I love your clear cut videos. :)

@DIYDEANNA 2 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome! Thanks for watching !

@nannie0256 3 жыл бұрын

New subscribers. I Just found your channel through a search. I did my first Chalk piece today. I started searching to see the pros & cons on sealing vs wax. I must say your videos are very well presented. As a beginner in chalk I love the technique. I have done the old fashioned stripping, sanding, refinishing in the past. Nice fresh upgrade.

@DIYDEANNA 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Nancy! I hope you had fun with your first chalk painted piece today. Thanks for watching.

@RoseCappadona-dp8tp 5 ай бұрын

Thanks Deanna I will be doing a piece today. Great tips using chalk, paint distressed look with or without wax. Heads off to you, 👒

@DIYDEANNA 5 ай бұрын

Have fun painting your piece today! Thanks for watching.

@christylivengood1509 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the very understandable video

@janinehead7919 2 жыл бұрын

Really good video easy steps to follow

@bridgetteclemmett508 3 жыл бұрын

So interesting, I have learnt so much , thank you. Cannot wait to get started

@DIYDEANNA 3 жыл бұрын

So happy to hear! Thanks for watching and have fun with your project!

@nycgatita Жыл бұрын

Awesome video! Thank you so much!

@DIYDEANNA Жыл бұрын

You’re welcome!

@kimberlygries6517 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video! I'm new to your channel and find your technique the most easy to understand and your p3oces always look great!

@DIYDEANNA 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the feedback! I appreciate it 😊 and thanks for watching!

@Stillwatersartistry 4 жыл бұрын

Very helpful. Greetings from Sri Lanka 🇱🇰

@DIYDEANNA 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! Hello from Canada!

@piapadmore430 Жыл бұрын

What a sincerely nice lady❤ ..how kind you are, not talking down to us🙏🏻

@DIYDEANNA Жыл бұрын

Thanks for your kind comment, I appreciate you taking the time to watch my video and leave this message.

@davidmarr9408 3 жыл бұрын

good job explaining !

@jayjudy4492 3 жыл бұрын

U explained everything where it was easy to understand! Ty!

@DIYDEANNA 3 жыл бұрын

Glad to hear! Thanks for watching!

@jilljankovits4220 10 ай бұрын

Fantastic video. Very clear and to the point!!

@DIYDEANNA 9 ай бұрын

Glad to hear, thank you!

@sfelix1045 Жыл бұрын

Thanks that helped!

@anetzepeda8313 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you you're a very good teacher!

@DIYDEANNA 3 жыл бұрын

You're welcome! Thank you for your feedback.

@DMillerFlorida 2 жыл бұрын

You're wonderful!!!

@alanjoseph6549 Жыл бұрын

Wow, that's the best explanation ever, I'm ready for my first chalk proyect, thanks a lot!

@DIYDEANNA Жыл бұрын

Glad to hear, good luck with your project!

@uzmaagha4203 2 жыл бұрын

Very nicely demonstrated ❤

@DIYDEANNA 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! 😊

@suedunn1756 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent video, good explanation and tips. I found this really helpful thank you

@DIYDEANNA 2 жыл бұрын

Glad to hear this was helpful! Thanks for watching.

@pattihudson7575 Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@royaljinx4178 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much 💗

@petulakelley5994 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you I feel better about starting a project now. Thank you!

@DIYDEANNA 3 жыл бұрын

Wonderful! have fun!

@jeaninen8248 2 жыл бұрын

I watched a lot of videos on chalk painting and waxing, but yours was the simplest and easiest to understand! Thanks for giving a beginner's tutorial!

@delfinorowe 3 жыл бұрын

Your awesome!

@nancygreen748 Жыл бұрын

Love your shows

@DIYDEANNA Жыл бұрын

Glad to hear!

@gia7698 7 ай бұрын

I'm just now watching this in 2023 Nov. I am happy to come across your videos. You taught me a lot about how to do this. I'm excited to try it!! Thank you.

@DIYDEANNA 7 ай бұрын

So glad to hear you are learning from my videos! Have fun!

@bcalo6588 2 жыл бұрын

Nice job thx

@bettyward7368 3 жыл бұрын

Just found your channel, love it.

@DIYDEANNA 3 жыл бұрын

Glad you found me! Thank you!

@GuadalupeGarcia-rv7sl 3 жыл бұрын

I love your video

@ivuska63 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you.

@cynthiaamitrano8915 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Deanna.

@DIYDEANNA 4 жыл бұрын

You're welcome! Thanks for watching!

@chickitapanda6503 4 жыл бұрын

You got a new subscriber great job

@DIYDEANNA 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! I appreciate it! It's been a while since I've posted a new one but I am working on some new content now, stay tuned :)

@DinahCoxMoore 2 жыл бұрын

I love your videos. You get my confidence up. Lol. I have a roll top desk I want to chalk paint and give a distressed nautical look. Any advice? The roll top part scares me.

@robkenworthy2672 3 жыл бұрын

Nice. No filler talk.

@josierodriguez1143 Жыл бұрын

What color should I use to make it a A beach look ? I just found your Web and I really like the way you explained how to just do a distressed furniture this is gonna be my first time trying trying this I think I could really do it with your directions thank you for your wonderful instructions

@marydick642 3 жыл бұрын

I'm a little confused about the difference between when I would use a satin top coat and a wax? Love your video! Probably the best I've seen.

@DIYDEANNA 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your question. This is a tough one to answer because it really comes down to personal preference. The best advice I can give you is to try a few different sealers and see what you like. Here are some great videos my friends made that show many different options kzfaq.info/get/bejne/eciKfaaI0dLHnGg.html kzfaq.info/get/bejne/kM-bkqWl17C5hmw.html

@cherylnorris4868 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you this is just what I've been searching for. Beautiful!! And your explanations are excellent. You mentioned sealing with a varnish or poly urethane rather than the wax. I was wanting to use this method on my dated kitchen oak cupboards instead because I feel it may be more durable; what are your thoughts/advise please. Looking forward to what's next on your channel. 🎲🪠

@DIYDEANNA 2 жыл бұрын

Yes! This is great for kitchen cabinets, I have painted several oak kitchens. Instead of wax I like to use Annie Sloan’s topcoat which she calls lacquer. It comes in Matt or Gloss. Thorough cleaning is very important in kitchens before you paint, remove all the grease and grime first!. Sometimes if the oak is very dry and the original finish is worn off, the tannins in the wood can bleed through. I have a video about what to do for bleed through so you may want to watch that one too! Good luck with your kitchen!

@cherylnorris4868 2 жыл бұрын

@@DIYDEANNA thanks

@KimmieB. 4 жыл бұрын

Piece looks really pretty, I love all the detail trim. One thing you may want to always do, especially since you’re teaching others but when apply you’re wax you should always off load you’re brush then apply wax to you’re piece, you should always wait before wiping it off until it feels tacky then buff with lent free cloth it’s just a suggest I personally learned many, many years ago from Annie Sloan herself. I just came across your channel today you have a nice sweet presence, a joy to watch thank you for sharing ..

@DIYDEANNA 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Kim! Thanks for watching! I too have met Annie Sloan and watched a live demo with her in Canada, she's great! The techniques I demonstrate are what I learnt while working many years at a furniture painting and faux finishing studio here in Canada. The steps I demonstrate in this video are what has worked the best for me. I always found that if I wait to wipe the wax it requires more effort to remove the excess, then I have to buff really hard which creates a shine and I prefer the matte look. What I love about this process is that everyone will find the steps that work for them, you really can get creative! One of my favourite parts of working at the furniture painting shop was hearing tips from customers and sharing my tips with them, now I get to do this online! Thanks for sharing your process and tips!

@paulettestegall8530 3 жыл бұрын

Adorable personality ❤️

@DIYDEANNA 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Paulette :)

@4amarillo1 2 жыл бұрын

You make the directions so easy! Thank you also do yo recomend to paint the vanity on the bathroom?

@DIYDEANNA 2 жыл бұрын

Glad this was easy to follow! Yes, you can follow these steps on a bathroom vanity, make sure you give the vanity a good cleaning first.

@angelagould7716 3 жыл бұрын

So glad I ran into your videos. Love them. Was actually looking for how to paint my dining room chairs. The pads dont come off,and they have a corduroy type stripped fabric. They are ugly. Can I paint them? Will the paint come off when sitting on them alot? I wish I could post a pic to show you .

@DIYDEANNA 3 жыл бұрын

Hi! I’m glad you’re enjoying my videos, thanks for watching! Some fabrics paint easier than others, is there a spot underneath where the fabric is tucked and staples that you can test and see if the paint will soak in? I made this video where I painted a textured fabric chair, maybe these tips will help you: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/mJmDh6RjtajDoIE.html

@charisedaniels1237 3 жыл бұрын

My furniture had a LOT of decorative hardware that I am not putting back on. Will white chalk paint cover the light bare wood spots where the hardware was against a dark stained surface? Nice video!!!

@msmonet 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your very instructive videos! I was wondering if you could show us how we could chalkpaint ikea furniture. Is it possible to do and make it durable? 😊

@DIYDEANNA 4 жыл бұрын

Thats a great idea for a video! I have painted Ikea furniture before, since Ikea has so many different products some hold up well and others not so much. There is more info than I can share in a comment so stay tuned for this video!

@kreeg23 4 жыл бұрын

So hard to not overthink it, but you are so right! I wish the piece in our living room we had distressed a bit more in places, but it's been about 3 years since we finished it. Is it too late to go back now? It's just be sealed with clear wax.

@DIYDEANNA 4 жыл бұрын

Yes, you can distress more now and then apply clear wax to those areas. It might just take a little more effort because the wax has fully cured! Thanks for watching.

@ruthmiddleton258 3 жыл бұрын

This is the time I have watched your channel. Can chalk paint be used on kitchen cabinets? Enjoyed the video and your pups!

@DIYDEANNA 3 жыл бұрын

Yes you can use Chalk Paint on kitchen cabinets. Thanks for watching!

@melissasmunchies 3 жыл бұрын

Perfect! I have two dressers and a bed frame that I’d like to chalk paint so they all match. The bed frame is black and the dressers are maple. I’d like a country feel to them. So I was thinking off white and then Either distressing them or antiquing. Do you have a antiquing video with the chalk paint and wax?

@DIYDEANNA 3 жыл бұрын

Hello! Thanks for watching. Sounds like a great idea to paint the pieces to make them a matching set. I don’t have a video yet of antiquing with brown or black wax, sorry! It’s on my list of videos to create!

@alyssap3601 4 жыл бұрын

Hello Deanna! I will be redoing a dining table set with no experience. Your videos have been an amazing help. Is the wax sufficient for a dining table set?

@DIYDEANNA 4 жыл бұрын

Hi! Great question, I get asked this a lot. For a lot of people the wax is good for dining sets, it wipes up easily and can easily be touched up if it gets a scuff or stain. Also, if you decided to add brown, black or white wax you can get some beautiful looks. No painted surface will be indestructible so using placemats and coasters will definitely help. Another option which I have used is Annie Sloan Lacquer, it’s a water based roll or brush on topcoat and is very durable. The Lacquer is actually used for sealing floors that have been chalk painted so you can imagine how strong that is! I will mention it’s not water proof so if anything spills and sits for a while it could potentially leave a watermark. If you have any other questions let me know. Thanks for watching!

@terriealby5209 3 жыл бұрын

Great video! What are your tips for following up this process and then adding a decoupage image? Do you add after the last coat of wax? Thanks!!

@DIYDEANNA 3 жыл бұрын

If I were going to add a decoupage image I'd probably do that before applying wax. In my experience, decoupage medium adheres better to chalk paint than wax. Hope that makes sense!

@katiav5451 4 жыл бұрын

Love your videos!!!! One quick question? Is it ok to use other kind of sealers like polyurethane over chalk paint ? Thank you!

@DIYDEANNA 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! Yes you can use other sealers, I usually stick with water-based and brush or roll on. Because Chalk Paint is so porous the sealers will absorb quite quickly so you don't want to over work them, just get it on and move to the next section. Most will take at least two coats to look even, but read the can and see what the manufacturer recommends. And always good to do a test patch in a hidden area to make sure you like the look :) Annie Sloan makes a sealer she calls Lacquer and it comes in matte and gloss, these work well with this paint!

@leticiahernandez4857 4 жыл бұрын

Hi I’m new to your channel I am thinking of painting my antique hutch. My question is once I paint my hutch and give it a second quote then I use the clear wax can I also use the black wax to make it a little old ? I’m very scared to paint my hutch is a very dark wood I want to use an eggshell chalk paint. I’ve been watching lots of videos and I love your videos because you go step-by-step and you make things very easy so thank you very much I am please and how you explain the chalk paint. God bless you🙏🏻❤️

@DIYDEANNA 4 жыл бұрын

Hello! Thanks for watching. Yes, you are correct... do a layer of clear wax over the entire piece first then apply the black wax using the same technique "wax on, wax off". Do a test patch on the side of your hutch at the bottom to see how the black wax looks. Because it is black you will see the direction how you rub it on so I like to be consistent. Either all up and down to create a streaky look or circular to create a more smoky look. You might also choose to just put the black wax in some areas like details or edges, get creative! If you find the black wax is too dark you can rub clear wax on top and it will lift some of the black pigment, almost like a magic eraser. Or you can mix the clear and black wax together to make a less concentrated black. If this is your first project and you are nervous about painting your hutch you can practice on something that is less daunting like a picture frame or even a scrap piece of wood to get the hang of the steps and build your confidence! Happy Painting :)

@jojowishon3272 4 жыл бұрын

I want to redo an old wood 70's model couch. I like the matte look, If I chalk paint and wax finish will that be enough to protect against chipping?

@DIYDEANNA 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your question! Like any painted surface nothing is indestructible, the great thing is since you’ve painted it you can always touch up if needed a few years down the road. I’ve painted many items... side tables, bed frames, dressers, kitchen tables and the paint and wax hold up well. Just make sure your couch wood is clean before you start, if it’s really shiny you can lightly sand the wood before you paint. Watch my how to chalk paint furniture video for step by step instructions. Thanks for watching.

@lyndawoodall379 3 жыл бұрын

Great videos, thanks. I have some furniture that is unfinished wood and I wanted to chalk paint and distress them to match a piece that I bought. The one that I bought is mostly white with light turquoise drawers. My question is should I paint the items totally with turquiose point first, then white and then distress? Or is there a better way?

@DIYDEANNA 3 жыл бұрын

Would you like to see turquoise bits showing through all over the piece, details and flat surfaces? Or just on the raised details? In the video linked below I only paint my blue accent colour on the raised details because I am only distressing there. I give some tips in this video on just distressing the details, hope it helps! kzfaq.info/get/bejne/q7xngK9i172wiWw.html

@heatherguseck2887 3 жыл бұрын

Hi just watched your distressing videos I love how much detail u give..im working on distressing a wardrobe and a head board and footboard with white chalk paint. For a finish I have used rustolium top coat semi gloss finish..its a protective clear coat on top..would that be ok also. Or do u have to use the wax. Jw thank u

@DIYDEANNA 3 жыл бұрын

It’s fine to use the clear coat instead of wax! When using a clear coat I usually distress my chalk paint before applying it! Thanks for watching.

@mantashadas2449 3 жыл бұрын

Hello! Loved your videos! Could you tell me if it is a good idea to paint over teak wood furniture?

@MK-ih6wp 3 жыл бұрын

Teak is highly desireable, might lose its value if you paint it. But if its just furniture to keep in your own home (not something you hope to sell after painting), then go for it!

@emmacoccimiglio Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the helpful information! I’m painting my dresser a chalk paint light pink, but when I used sandpaper the previous light blue color bled through underneath. Will the clear wax and brown wax cover up the blue distress marks?

@DIYDEANNA Жыл бұрын

Thanks for your question. In my experience the wax will not hide the underneath blue colour. It actually sometimes makes it “pop” even more. If you do not want to see the blue at all then I would suggest another coat of light pink paint and try to avoid sanding the final coat. if you do want to sand the final coat to smooth it out, wait 24 hours after you apply the paint, then use a fine grit like 220 or 400 with very gentle pressure. But it’s not necessary to sand the final coat before waxing. I hope this helps!

@De-bd3rv 3 жыл бұрын

Great Video! Do you usually paint the inside of the drawer as well? I'm getting ready to do my first piece and just wondered if its ok just to leave the inside not painted.

@DIYDEANNA 3 жыл бұрын

Hi! Thanks for watching. Painting inside the drawers is just personal preference. If they are in good condition I usually don’t unless I want to add a fun colour or pattern. I think It’s ok just to leave them unpainted. Have fun with your first piece!

@juliafisher3896 Жыл бұрын

I loved your video. Will chalk paint work over laminate cabinet doors? I wanted to paint a vanity.

@kelseyabramo9353 3 жыл бұрын

Great video! One question. How long do you let the wax dry before distressing?!

@DIYDEANNA 3 жыл бұрын

I forgot to mention that! You can distress right away, this wax is a paste wax rather than liquid so you don’t have dry time like paint. Mine sat for a few days because I didn’t have time to do it right away, and that works too. Thanks for watching!

@char_lou 4 жыл бұрын

I hefted an unwanted solid timber hall stand that was left out on the curb (common practice in Adelaide Australia) up the hill to my house. Potential*, I thought. Chalk paint and wax .. it'll be fabulous!, I thought. But how? Well thank you, Deanna..now I know :) *Dylan Moran said we shouldn't mess with potential... IT'S POTENTIAL. Can't argue with Irish irony.

@DIYDEANNA 4 жыл бұрын

It takes a special eye to see potential in a curb side find! Glad I could help with your project! Thanks for watching!

@TheFlyingmartini Жыл бұрын

Hi Deanna. I'm brand new to this technique. I have a small wood table and I want to use red, orange, yellow, turquoise blue & purple. Any tips would be appreciated.

@CandivanReenen 3 жыл бұрын

I would like to redo my kitchen cupboard however they varnished. Do I sand down first before painting. Would chalk paint be ideal for kitchen cupboards around heat fats and oils and water