Rust-Oleum AMZ0041 Chalky Finish Furniture Paint - Dusky Pink - 750ml

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The paint distresses easily (I distress outdoors before adding a top coat) and looks great when used for furniture flips and farmhouse style home décor. What is the Paint Best For? Rust-Oleum Chalked does have evident brushstrokes, which is a hallmark of chalk style paint. It is very chalky-feeling when dry and I always use a top coat for the feel and durability.

So, if you are planning a project and know you want to use a particular color of chalk paint, it might take a bit of sleuthing around to find what you are looking for. 12 of My Favorite Pink Chalk Paint ColorsLooking for the perfect shade of pink to flip a piece of furniture or complete a craft project? Try one of these 12 beautiful pink chalk paint colors! Rust-Oleum Chalked Paint is probably the chalk paint (or chalk style paint) that I use most frequently, so I figured it was about time to write a review! The color palette is a bit limited with additional colors available depending on where you shop (more on that in a moment). But the ease of obtaining the paint and the low cost make it popular in the furniture painting world.

It was originally developed in 1990 by colour expert Annie Sloan, who also trademarked the term 'Chalk Paint™'. Her eponymous line of decorative paints draws on a lifetime of research and experience in working with paint and colour. Stain Removal: Remove any stains promptly, most common stainse.g. dirt, ketchup, mustard, tea, coffee can be removed using a softcloth and warm soapy water. Do not use scourers or abrasive cleanersas these may mark the paint finish. Don't be afraid to move the brush in every direction all over the piece. This part doesn't have to be neat or precise, you just need to get the paint on there,' says Mark Husband, Product Development Lead at Leader Doors. The glaze will remain in the grooves of the piece and add depth and aging to the piece. You can wipe off as much as you like, but be sure to test the effects in an inconspicuous spot of your piece before applying the glaze everywhere.

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Rust-Oleum also makes a Chalked Spray Paint. This is convenient for projects that are too detailed to paint easily with a brush. I’ve found that the application of the spray paint can be a little sheer and require more coats than expected. Actually, one of my go-to pink colors, Rust-Oleum Blush Pink looks almost mauve in the collage above. But in real life, it’s a lovely soft pink. Cupboard painted in ’Victory Lane’ by Frenchic frenchicpaint.co.uk/@oh.for.the.love.of.furniture Step 6: Complete the look with chalk paint wax Whenever I paint furniture I use my favorite brush and it works with any chalk style paint including Rust-Oleum. A pplication& Sanding If you’ve discovered the fun of chalk paint, then you’ve probably realized that shopping for chalk paint is a bit different than shopping for a standard latex paint to paint a wall in your home.

Once it's dry, accessorise your piece of furniture: a vase of dried flowers for a chest of drawers, new doorknobs for kitchen cabinets, a photo frame on a bedside table etc. It will look as good as new! • Where to buy chalk-based furniture paint To apply, simply use a bristle brush or a lint-free cloth and apply liberally. If you do opt for wax, ensure that every section has been covered. It's worth noting that wax can take up to two weeks to reach its full hardness, so be careful with the furniture in question. Here I’ve made you a shortcut by collecting 12 of my favorite pink chalk paint colors all in one place. These colors span a variety of brands and the graphic I created below makes it easy to see which color is the most like what you are envisioning. Rust-Oleum Chalked Style Paint is one of the best values for chalk style paint. It’s affordable, readily available online (and in many stores), and easy to work with.

The funny thing about pink chalk paint colors is that a lot of them don’t really look pink at first! But, unless you are looking for very bright pop of pink, the majority of shades you’ll probably be interested in will be the subdued blush/nude shades. Though they don’t look incredibly pink on the graphic above, in person they are just right. Here’s some examples of the effects you can get: Here you can see (from left to right) Rust-Oleum Matte Clear, Rust-Oleum Smoked Glaze, and Rust-Oleum Aged Glaze.

Before we tell you how to chalk paint furniture, we asked Annie about the mistakes to avoid. Take a look at her expert tips below... Annie Sloan's top 5 mistakes to avoid I’ve been chalk painting furniture for several years now and I can’t believe I haven’t written this review sooner! Rust-Oleum Chalked Paint, a chalk style paint, has been my go-to for many projects just because of it’s affordability and availability. Particularly when you do a chair, it's important to turn it upside down and paint the underneath first,' explains Annie. 'You won't miss bits that way and it's quite a fun way to paint. Some people find chairs boring to paint, but I love it!' While there's no need for sanding or priming, you still need to prepare furniture beforehand. To ensure a smooth finish, remove any handles from drawers and clean down surfaces with a damp cloth to remove grease, grime and dirt. Don't forget to lay down a dust sheet, too. Enjoy the painting process. Remember that it’s just paint. Mistakes can be corrected, colors can be painted over, furniture can be bought and sold until your home is the unqiue mix of what you love. Painting furniture is a rewarding hobby and when you start out on the right foot, it’s even more fun.

Available in an extensive range of 100+ colours, brighten your interior walls with vibrant brights, playful pastels or soothing neutrals Drying Time: Touch dry in 2 hours. Apply a second coat after 2 hoursif necessary. Hard dry in 4 hours, full hardness achieved after 7 days. These options are very similar to the dark and white waxes available for antiquing furniture. If you can find the extra-small containers of glaze (I sometimes see these in craft stores like Hobby Lobby) they can be a great option for testing out.