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.
@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 RUclipsr result. It's all about experience and the real tips.
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.
I just really liked yr video.... because it was the best video on RUclips 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.
I just got a beat up wooden table and I want to paint it. This will be my first time so I came to RUclips and found your video. Let me same thank you this video is so helpful.
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!
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thank you for this video ... what i was wondering : when and/or why should one use chalkpaint? What are it's qualities or advantages over acryl or alkyd paints?
I was wondering the same thing. I keep coming across chalk paint tutorials, so I figured if I watched an intro-level one it would give me a sense of what's great about it to justify what seems to be quite a few downsides compared to other paints. At this point I can't imagine anything justifying having to wait for weeks for the furniture to be usable, but maybe I'm missing something.
The Chalk paint brand called "FARMHOUSE Paint" Has the Primer and Sealer in their paint. No preparation No topcoat/ sealer REQUIRED! Is my go to chalk paint! It's the best
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!
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
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 ❤️
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.
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!!!!!
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.
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.
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!!!
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.
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!
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?
Hi! Could you share the color and brand of paint you used on the green dresser you were painting at 09:04, please? Great tips for this newbie, and your waterfall dresser turned out beautifully!
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
I am very glad I found your video. I am subscribing to your channel. I have a question; I just chalk painted and waxed my bathroom cabinets two days ago. do you recommend I do a topcoat with polyurethane as well? Thank you in advance!
Hola me encantó tu video. Pero porqué al secar se notan las marcas de la brocha? Podrías ayudarme en decirme qué brocha ó rodillo? Qusiera lisa mi puerta ya que es de mi cocina integral mil gracias. Saludos desde México
My problems are 1. I live in Italy and the wardrodes I have are very very old, laminated, yet in very solid condition! Dark colors and not of any value to resale! Thank you for your video's! I desire to go for a Scandinavian style light to white or bleached look. I will likely used a side panel and try the bleach look first (white wash look?) I shall have a look through your video's to see if I can locate those applications.
Chalk paint may also be an option. I'm going to use it to paint my bedroom set. I've watched videos and it seems easier to use than other types of paint.
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.
It's also in dark green, but it looked lighter because it's the first coat of paint. You can find the full detail in this blog post: arayofsunlight.com/dark-green-chalk-painted-dresser/
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?
Great video! I painted black (black primer and black paint) then rustoleum clear lacquer but it dried with white streaks and flecks. Any ideas what I might have done wrong? Thanks so much
Make sure you stir very very well, no shaking. And then the way you apply the topcoat can leave bubbles and streaks. The best looking way to apply topcoat is to spray it on.
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
Your go-to get a much smoother finish when using a soft roller and always keep a mister spray bottle of water 💦. It helps your paint to level out smoother when it gets to dry too quickly.
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?
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.
@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 RUclipsr result. It's all about experience and the real tips.
Do I wax AND put verathane to seal?
I’m definitely going to prime first.
I just waxed and it came out fine.@@annmcintosh4524
When you said you should prime first, what product do you use to prime? Kilz?
I WISH I had primed, I didn’t but I probably would have used kilz because I see other RUclipsrs using it.
As a beginner painter it was very informative, thank you so much!
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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.
I just really liked yr video.... because it was the best video on RUclips 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.
I just got a beat up wooden table and I want to paint it. This will be my first time so I came to RUclips and found your video. Let me same thank you this video is so helpful.
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!
You are a great teacher!! Easy to follow and very knowledgeable and just plain “real”!! Thank you!
Oh I love hearing that you think so. Thank you so much! ❤️
You have a unique talent for explaining complex topics. Keep inspiring us!
Ahh thank you so much for your kind words!! Really means a lot!
Wonderfully explained, I paint furniture but love to see new people to gain more knowledge
Love the way you teach!
Subscribed!
Excellent tips and suggestions. Very thorough. Well done. Thank you.
Glad it was helpful!
Always a treat to watch you kids paint solid wood!
Veneer.
I just found you and I love how you video & explain easily and show your products. Thank you. ❤
Thank you so much! I'm glad you find my videos helpful!
Thanks for an easy-to-understand tutorial. I feel comfortable with my project now.
You are welcome!
❤ ❤Confused by all of the steps??
Download our FREE painting checklist and transform your furniture as if you hired a professional to paint it. arayofsunlight.com/checklists-yt/ ❤ ❤
thank you for this video ... what i was wondering : when and/or why should one use chalkpaint? What are it's qualities or advantages over acryl or alkyd paints?
I was wondering the same thing. I keep coming across chalk paint tutorials, so I figured if I watched an intro-level one it would give me a sense of what's great about it to justify what seems to be quite a few downsides compared to other paints. At this point I can't imagine anything justifying having to wait for weeks for the furniture to be usable, but maybe I'm missing something.
That came out beautiful.
Thanks!
The Chalk paint brand called "FARMHOUSE Paint" Has the Primer and Sealer in their paint. No preparation No topcoat/ sealer REQUIRED!
Is my go to chalk paint! It's the best
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!
Glad it was helpful!
oh my word I have this exact dresser...handles and all! now I can't wait to refinish it!
Structurally sound, vintage waterfall furniture like this dresser is becoming rarer and more valuable. I hope you refinished instead of painting :/
So glad I found your channel! I’m ready to try chalk painting!
Thank you for painting with the grain of the wood!
That color looks beautiful on that piece!!
U did a beautiful job. Ik chalk paint chips easy but never thought of wax. So wish me luck on my project
Good luck!
Very instructive and well explained. Even with some projects done I reckognized some of your tips. Thank you
I love watching you, so much information I didn't know. The dresser turned out Beautiful.
Thank you Tina!
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
Im JUST learning how to do all this and learned SO much from this video! Thank you doe taking time to make this.
Glad it was helpful!
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 ❤️
Good luck!
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.
Glad it was helpful!
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!!!!!
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.
Brilliant! Thank you. Very straightforward easy to follow instructions. I am a complete beginner and now I can make a confident start.
I really like your video. You start right away and get on with the lesson. Wonderful NO music and small talk.
Thank you
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.
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!!!
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.
Such a wealth of information. Thank you!
Very helpful can you chalk paint laminate?
What a gorgeous color you created!
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
Thank you for sharing its been a minute since I’ve done a few pieces of furniture, but you inspire me to startup again 😇
Thank you for all the good information.
Thanks for the lesson, I have a dresser I’m going to paint.
Have fun!
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.
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!
Such a clear explanation!! thank you . certainly will subscribe!!!
Your tips were extremely helpful. Thank you.
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?
Great illustrative and detailed explanation.. many thanks
Looks great! Thanks for the detailed info
Nicely presented and very informative! Thank you
wonderful video and instrustions!
Oddly satisfying💙 Beautifully done💘
Thank you!
Good good teaching!
This will be my point of reference from here on. Questions: how long does the wax last and will It need to be done again later on?
Great video!
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. 😅
Oh thank you!
Hi! Could you share the color and brand of paint you used on the green dresser you were painting at 09:04, please? Great tips for this newbie, and your waterfall dresser turned out beautifully!
Thank you! Links to the products I used are in the description for ya!
Thank you!! Very informative!!
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
Great video for beginners..thanks for sharing
Your video was very helpful! I subscribed!!
great video short and to the point. thanks for sharing.
Great job. Thank you. Easy to follow and understand.
It looks beautiful.
I am very glad I found your video. I am subscribing to your channel. I have a question; I just chalk painted and waxed my bathroom cabinets two days ago. do you recommend I do a topcoat with polyurethane as well? Thank you in advance!
You would need to have topcoated before waxing. I often topcoat, let it dry and if I want that buttery feel, wax on top.
Beautiful color! 😍 👏
Right? It was a happy accident trying to use up my stash of paint. Haha
Hola me encantó tu video. Pero porqué al secar se notan las marcas de la brocha? Podrías ayudarme en decirme qué brocha ó rodillo? Qusiera lisa mi puerta ya que es de mi cocina integral mil gracias. Saludos desde México
Very helpful video 🔥🤝
Glad to hear that!
Great information.
That’s perfect video! I love it!
My problems are 1. I live in Italy and the wardrodes I have are very very old, laminated, yet in very solid condition! Dark colors and not of any value to resale! Thank you for your video's! I desire to go for a Scandinavian style light to white or bleached look. I will likely used a side panel and try the bleach look first (white wash look?) I shall have a look through your video's to see if I can locate those applications.
Chalk paint may also be an option. I'm going to use it to paint my bedroom set. I've watched videos and it seems easier to use than other types of paint.
I love furniture polish paint I like your work
I'm ready to start some furniture to sell. Thanks for the tips! 💕
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.
pretty color!
🦔🦔🦔Really enjoying your video!! Thank you so much for sharing! 💚👍🏻🦔🦔🦔
Thanks for the video ❤
Very informative
Just when I think I know it all you come up with more very helpful tips ☺️
Oh wow!
Very good nice job👍
Great video... thank you.
Hi, I love the green color that you used on the second piece of furniture. The lighter green. Can you tell me what brand and color name was?
It's also in dark green, but it looked lighter because it's the first coat of paint. You can find the full detail in this blog post: arayofsunlight.com/dark-green-chalk-painted-dresser/
This was SUPER helpful!!!!
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?
Great video! I painted black (black primer and black paint) then rustoleum clear lacquer but it dried with white streaks and flecks. Any ideas what I might have done wrong? Thanks so much
Make sure you stir very very well, no shaking. And then the way you apply the topcoat can leave bubbles and streaks. The best looking way to apply topcoat is to spray it on.
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
Excellent tutorial, thank you!
🎉 thank you Lady!!
Thank you very much for your explanation 👏👏👏👏 so helpful!
Very easy to understand 🤔
Your go-to get a much smoother finish when using a soft roller and always keep a mister spray bottle of water 💦. It helps your paint to level out smoother when it gets to dry too quickly.
If it wasn’t for you I wouldn’t of known how awesome spray clear shellac is. So I thank you again❤️I use this all the time. Great video?
Oh yay! I love that you’re loving it! Thank you for always leaving the kindest comments! ❤️
Thank you for this complete process..... do you have more using different paints and topcoats?
Sou do Brasil e seu vídeo foi um dos que mais me ajudou.
Muito obrigada 🙏🏻
You're welcome!
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.
That color is yummy!!!!
Great video. 526,000 views and counting... seems like you weren't late to the game at all 😉❤️
Great video! You explain things very well!
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?