So a year ago, I got an end table and coffee table in my first home and I just wanted to be daring and have some fun so I found a video on RUclips that was perfectly done and my projects came out great! I am about to do a cedar chest, so I started looking up videos again. Have been watching yours all day and recognized that end table in this video.......IT WAS YOURS THAT I FOLLOWED A YEAR AGO! HAHA.....subscribed now for sure :) You're amazing!
So happy I found your channel! I am wanting to refinish my dining room table and chairs but I have been too nervous. Wish me luck...going to start tomorrow! 😬🙂
Great video, THANKYOU Christina. I do not “flip” furniture, i am practising on my own. I find it a worry choosing a top coat so THANKYOU i feel more armed now. 👏👏👏
Love this video. I used to paint vintage furniture with chalk paints for a company in the UK and we used all of these top coats. Thanks for making this look so easy and accessible for people.
I just started using Dixie Belle products and love it, the way it goes on and the outcome is awesome. Big Mammo Butta in unscented and orange is on the way, just ordered this morning. I needed new furniture, tired of that the style and now all I have to do is use chalk paint and my whole home is looking totally different. I love the idea of what you did on that dresser with the gold, that's was awesome.
A great tip someone gave me was to apply the hemp oil using a fine sandpaper. So you pour oil more generously than usual, then you pass the find sandpaper in a small circular manner, and then remove the excess of oil with a cloth. This creates a very smooth surface... and if you want to get creative and distress some parts of the piece, then you can either sand it more intensely or use a coarser sandpaper in those spots.
I LIKE YOU!! I'm a newbie! Chalk painted my dining room table last night. It needed a GLOSS terribly and I was about to loose it thinking I messed up. Stumbled across your video! Hemp Seed Oil for the SAVE!
Awesome video! I really do love the look of the wax finishes. It's so amazing to see furniture others would discard and make it into something beautiful. Looking forward to your next project.
Have you done a video on how you keep your brushes so clean? I looked and didn't see one. I think that is the biggest thing I have trouble with, cleaning my brushes and rollers adequately! And, since they're so expensive and such an investment, it is really something I need to master.
For many years I’ve enjoyed all your videos. You are extremely talented. Would you consider doing a video/review of Annie Sloans lacquer, specifically over old white and pure white? I can’t seem to find any information re turning yellow. Thanks again for your excellent channel.
There are so many things you could use to protect it but since you were talking about the waterproofing there is a poly something topcoat made for Boats and there is also serve flax for surfboards lol I don’t know about that I just came up with that last one
Ladies because I am a newbie with chalk painting I have a question. I took on way to large of a project but I keep buggering on with it. Here is my question, I used a black chalk paint, two coats however, when putting the satin topcoat on I’ve noticed it’s all streaked, what is my options? Sand it, repaint then wax? Thank you
Very helpful info. Thank you. I have to tell you I was very disappointed in the Dixie Bell top coat. I was painting a table and chairs. As soon as I put the top coat on the first chair, it turned yellow. 😩
Thank you so much. This vide was very much helpful. In fact I saved the video so I can go back n check it out when I’m working on a piece of furniture. Thank s again ♥️😊👍
Christina, love you details! You didn't include in your comparisons the DIY waxes and sealers. This is what I was most interested in hearing your opinion. Hope you can evaluate those maybe with your top preference of those in this video. Thanks.
I watched the video to find out what's the best topcoat option for a table and seats. After watching the video i now more learn about more options that makes picking one even more difficult. 😩
I never got a response but that was 2 years ago... I usually wait 24 hours and have had good luck with polycrylic and water based top coats rather than wax or oil. I really like dixie bell gator hide. hope that helps. I also lightly sand (400 grit)the chalk paint for a softer finish. @@martaceciliamora2420
Thanks so much for going over a big variety of topcoats. A few times I couldn't catch what you said because you were speaking so fast. I think you were mentioning cure times for one or two of the products, maybe? You are cute as can be and have beautiful furniture/projects - exactly like I would like to produce for my home. Thanks again!
This was great, THANK YOU!!!!! Ive been reading and googling for the last 3 days, this just simplified everything for me. Cant wait to start my project! thanks again.
I just used a Rust-Oleum spray chalk paint (white), to restore a bathroom medicine chest. It's my first time using this spray chalk paint. It's easy to use and I'm okay with the results - did run a bit but that was my error. However, should I use a protective coat over the finished project since it's in the bathroom? The chest is made of metal but the mirror has a wooden frame. Thanks for all your videos, I love 'em.
I've been playing around with remaking "ugly" furniture using paint and appreciate all of the insight! I'll definitely give some of these suggestions a go to make sure my projects stay pretty. Subscribed to see future videos :)
I have really come to trust your reviews! I'm getting ready to use Gator hide by Dixie Belle on my dining room table as my family is especially hard on surfaces!
I have! I used baking soda in regular latex paint samples from Lowe’s. The recipe is online. I think it is 1 part baking soda and 3 parts paint. I am delighted with the results. I Have never used chalk,paint before and I wanted to see if it was for me. It is so velvety smooth , and feels a bit grainy to the touch, but beautiful. My bathroom cabinets were a masterpiece until I used the dreaded polycrylic. Ugg. Turned tinkle sample yellow. 😁
Great Review. What would you apply on a a bed head board and frame that is painted with chalk paint? Main concern is the gassing out from thinners if I use a wax. Interested in your opinion. Bees wax and or a H20 water based matte or satin floor poly products are other options I am considering. Again, the main concern is the smell of the finished product on the head board. Thanks in advance for your opinion. Sky
What kind of top coat would you suggest for dining room chairs. I used the Charcoal color Dixie Belle chalk paint and then distressed them. Am now ready for the next (final?) step. Looking for a satin finish, and durable! Thanks in advance for your help!
Hi Christina! If I were to paint a front door using chalk paint, what top coat would you recommend? Also what about kitchen cabinets/ bathroom vanity. I would like to have a semi gloss finish for the cabinets instead of matte/flat look. Thank you!
Thank you for this video, I was wondering if a clear water based satin varnish could be used on top of chalk paint and also wallpaper applied to front of draws?
Help here . . .I just had my kitchen cabinets painted in Repose Gray and my kitchen walls are in a color by Benjamin Moore in Ashwood, now what I want to do is take an old bar height dining room table and chairs, take the leaf out to make it square to use in my kitchen and chalk paint it in shades of gray. It has a pretty slick top, and I am wondering if I should use something like dixie bell primer first. Also, any suggestion or pictures of techniques. Id appreciate it
I'm in the process of painting my kitchen cabinets with chalk paint. I used the Chalked Matte Clear by Rustoleum on a couple of doors. Do you think it's a good idea for kitchen cabinets? I'm not sure I love it, to be honest. My main concern is staining from food. I make a lot of jam and it is so messy to make!! LOL
I painted an end table with chalk paint and applied one coat of wax. Then I happened to watch this video and like the idea of something a little more durable since we have drinks and food on the end table at times. Is it possible to use for instance the Dixie Bell clear coat on top of the one coat of wax I put on? If not, what would I use to take the wax off without stripping away any of the chalk paint? I would only want to apply the clear coat to the top of the table. Would it change the look of the table if I only used the clear coat on top and kept the wax on the rest of the table?
It would be best to strip the wax off the piece using mineral spirits and then apply the clear coat. The wax has a more matte finish so you would probably be able to see a difference if you left part of the piece wax and part clear coat.
I refinished a bedroom dresser, used Annie Sloan clear wax. It's been a month and a half and wonder why smudges show up from opening and closing the drawers. You can see them when sunlight hits it. Did I do something wrong? I painted my friends kitchen cabinets old white and now I'm afraid to finish them with the clear wax. Help🤔. I love your work. Thank you.
It sounds like you might have applied too much wax, and it was never able to cure. Here is an article on how to fix it.www.thepurplepaintedlady.com/2012/07/i-applied-the-wax-days-ago-and-it-is-still-tacky/
Does home depot or Lowe's carry jolie's wax I searching for a top coat that doesn't give me a headache I painted with Rustoleum chalk boy oh boy horrendous headache had to get a respirator great tutorial on explaining
Hello! I have a quick question. My puppy has been peeing on my furniture, and it has caused stains and discoloration. I need a clear furniture topcoat that can protect my furniture and repel my puppy's pee. I am wondering if Gator Hide will work for this purpose, as I have heard that it can repel water. I am desperate to save my furniture and prevent my puppy from ruining it further. Thank you!...😢 Or if you have a better idea of which topcoat would protect my furniture. I am desperate at this point. Thank you in advance.😊
Thanks Christina, great info. Have you found a waterproof (not just resistant) AND food safe finish yet? I’m trying to find one to cover upcycled kitchen servers. Tks!
I painted my kitchen cabinets white using Rustoleum chalked paint in Linen White. It turn out beautiful! I then used the Minwax polycrylic to seal them, but it turned out blotchy and uneven. What can I do to fix this? Should I just put on another coat?
Lightly sand it with a 220 grit sandpaper to get out some of the imperfections. Then go in with your second coat. Do it very lightly and make sure you are using a high quality synthetic brush. Good luck.
I just painted a dresser white with regular paint and made the mistake of putting polyurethane on it. 🤦🏼♀️ it turned yellow. 😢 So a friend suggested I lightly sand it and apply chalk paint. It worked fairly well. I did have a few bubbles that had to be sanded. It’s not perfect. I don’t care for the wax finish, which is too matte for my taste. Is there another finish I can apply AFTER wax has been applied to get a glossier finish? Thanks so much.
I am so addicted to your videos! They are so good and informative and convinced me to paint our old dining set with chalk paint. I am going to use General Finishes Oil Base Gel Stain, Java for the top as I would love to have a dark top and for the side and legs I will use Jolie Paint - Premier Chalk Finish Paint - Matte Finish - Gesso White. I am a bit confused about the top coat. Since it is a table that we will be using a lot should I go with Real Milk Paint Hemp Oil OR General Finishes High Performance Water Based Topcoat OR clear wax? Please help.
In case anyone wants to know, I did seal with poly acrylic, two coats and let dry for a week. Then I used a pearl wax on top. I brushed it on and buffed it off. I have a real hard surface.
Have you used the Gator Hide yet? If so, what did you think? I want to refurbish our coffee table. I can't trust my husband and kids to not leave glasses and other food items on it, so I really need something waterproof for the top of the piece. Also, do you think I could get away with using a different topcoat on the rest of the piece? I plan to use stain on the top and chalk paint on the rest, like you did in your end table video.
I still haven't tried gator hide yet! I need to. You can definitely use a different top coat on the top than the rest of the body. I do that all the time.
Great video! I want to do a Laminate dresser that I use for my TV. What prep will I need to do? And what is the Topcoat used for, and when do I use it?
18:28 GMT London Hi Christina, I painted a fireplace surround with chalk paint. I want to apply a water based liquid sealer first and then Annie Sloan wax on top of that. Do you think the wax will adhere to the sealed chalk paint?
What about midge podge? Sounds crazy, but it will withstand wear and tear on a coffee tabletop and it won’t affect the color at all. Is there a reason people don’t use it???
This was so informative! What’s the best way to use a flat polyurethane finish if you already have a coat of a satin polyurethane on chalk painted furniture?
I want to seal my fireplace surround I just did in chalk paint. I love the flat finish but I need a sealer that KEEPS IT FLAT but also seals it. Which product would be best for keeping a flat finish and still protect? Thanks for you help.
Hello! Thanks for the info. Can you help me decide on a top coat? I just chalk painted some old Ladderback chairs black. I want a bit of a glossy finish but not to much. I was leaning towards the general finishes satin. Thx so much. I’m. Ew at this but learning. I subscribed to your channel!😊
When you apply wax how long does it take to dry to the touch so you can move the piece? I have a small painting area and need to do chairs!! Ugh. I can paint them there like 2 at a time but once the wax is on how long does it take to be able be to a touch them to move them to a different area to cure?
Hi Christine I’m new to your Chanel and also new to using chalk paint I have painted my bed and lockers and wanted to white wash over the french linen From Annie Sloane but when I started it didn’t seem to look right so any tips would be of great help As I’m thinking now about just putting the top coat over the colour. Also you said in your video that the wax takes Up to 30 days to cure And as it’s my bed that I use I take it that I wouldn’t be able to use after 2/3 days Woukd that be the same if I use the water based varnish Loved the video and planning to go through your other ones to get some tips Thank you in advance for the advice Your pieces look fab
Thanks for watching! If you are looking for help choosing colors and finishes or troubleshooting a painting project, I offer e-painting and consulting services. Check it out and see if you might be interested. www.prettydistressed.com/online-refinishing-services
what works best for white chalk paint on kitchen cabinets? My cabinets prior were already painted dark grey I used Rustoleum Linen White and having hard time figuring out what is my best option without getting this "yellowing" everyone says will happen never used white before?
My advice is to use a topcoat specifically designed for chalk paint to try and avoid yellowing. Dixie Belle has some great options: dixiebellepaint.com/waxes-glazes-and-finishes/clear-coats/?aff=166
I painted the legs of my dining table black. I added some plaster of Paris and water to dull the semi gloss paint, which turned out nice. I initially applied a polyurethane and it did not look good, so I lightly sanded and repainted, again. What do u recommend to seal it? I was thinking about using a spray on polycrylic from the can. What do u think?
I used AS Athenian black for my kitchen table and then finished with the matte lacquer- now my table is gray. I liked the look of the athenian before the laquer was applied. What is the best finish to use so that I do not get the milky effect of the AS lacquer or a polycrylic I hear does the same thing over dark colors. Is a pulyurethane better and more clear? I"m afraid wax will not hold up well on a kitchen table top. How about the general finishes flat? Also- what is the blackest black chalk paint to use? Thanks!
I painted an armoire in the black noir color from Behr. I can’t decide what type of finish to use for it. I don’t want to change the color and I wanted to look Matte.
Great video! I have a couple of questions & would love your input. 1. Have you used A Sloans new pearlescent glaze? Do you think it would look good on a French Provincial dresser that is painted white? 2. Struggling to get the smell out of these two 100-year-old French Provincial dressers. I have wiped them down in white vinegar twice already and aired them outside in the sunlight. Any thoughts? Do you think that Big mammas Butta will help with the smell of mold/mildew? Help! Thanks :)
I haven't used the glaze yet- but I want to. The butta may help or you could try to use a shellac or shellac based primer. amzn.to/37QvDog or amzn.to/3hQ47M5 or Dixie Bell BOSS dixiebellepaint.com/b-o-s-s/?aff=166
New subscriber to your channel and just finished a HUGE chalk paint project (and thrilled with how it turned out). I used the Minwax Polycrylic and was disappointed with its streakiness and brush strokes but luckily it's a distressed piece so it just adds character! My question is this... I need to refinish part of my stairs. I'll be sanding the treads but I want to paint the rise of the stairs white. I'm considering using chalk paint to reduce the need to sand that part and was wondering what your thoughts are on a durable finish for stairs. Do you have any recommendations on something that would give a satin finish? Wondering if the Gator Finish might be suitable. Thanks!
Have you seen my banister video? I would use that technique on stairs because of wear and tear. I used a primer that sticks to wood without sanding and then a door and trim paint that’s really durable and self leveling.
Do you need to worry about using a sealer that is food safe when finishing a kitchen table since food will be placed on it?. Granted the food will be on plates or in bowls but what about spills and kids grabbing whatever food went onto the table? What are your recommendations for finishing/sealing a kitchen table top that will make it safe? And also easy for clean up. Our kitchen table gets a lot of use from dining, to school work, to art projects, etc. It is a future project of mine. Thank you.
I use the General Finishes top coat in flat for my kitchen and dinging tables. Since you aren't serving food out of it you don't need to worry about it being food safe. I typically wipe mine down with warm water every night after dinner and use a Clorox wipe once a week on it. It has held up well, but we do our art and homework at the counter typical since its granite. I use place mats, coasters and trivets to keep it in good shape.
So a year ago, I got an end table and coffee table in my first home and I just wanted to be daring and have some fun so I found a video on RUclips that was perfectly done and my projects came out great! I am about to do a cedar chest, so I started looking up videos again. Have been watching yours all day and recognized that end table in this video.......IT WAS YOURS THAT I FOLLOWED A YEAR AGO! HAHA.....subscribed now for sure :) You're amazing!
That is awesome! Love that story. ❤️
So happy I found your channel! I am wanting to refinish my dining room table and chairs but I have been too nervous. Wish me luck...going to start tomorrow! 😬🙂
Good luck!!
Great video, THANKYOU Christina. I do not “flip” furniture, i am practising on my own. I find it a worry choosing a top coat so THANKYOU i feel more armed now. 👏👏👏
I’ve been painting my kitchen all day just watching your play lists. So relaxing and informative.
Love this video. I used to paint vintage furniture with chalk paints for a company in the UK and we used all of these top coats. Thanks for making this look so easy and accessible for people.
I just started using Dixie Belle products and love it, the way it goes on and the outcome is awesome. Big Mammo Butta in unscented and orange is on the way, just ordered this morning. I needed new furniture, tired of that the style and now all I have to do is use chalk paint and my whole home is looking totally different. I love the idea of what you did on that dresser with the gold, that's was awesome.
Yes, Terri! I love everything you said.
A great tip someone gave me was to apply the hemp oil using a fine sandpaper. So you pour oil more generously than usual, then you pass the find sandpaper in a small circular manner, and then remove the excess of oil with a cloth. This creates a very smooth surface... and if you want to get creative and distress some parts of the piece, then you can either sand it more intensely or use a coarser sandpaper in those spots.
Love this tip. Thanks for sharing.
I would like to see you do project...using the Hempseed Oil, thanks.😍!!
Coming soon with Milk Paint!
LOVE that grey wax effect
Thank you.
I LIKE YOU!! I'm a newbie! Chalk painted my dining room table last night. It needed a GLOSS terribly and I was about to loose it thinking I messed up. Stumbled across your video!
Hemp Seed Oil for the SAVE!
I love all you videos. I've learned a lot from you. It doesn't hurt that you're a very pretty lady. lol.
Awesome video! I really do love the look of the wax finishes. It's so amazing to see furniture others would discard and make it into something beautiful. Looking forward to your next project.
I feel the same! Save the furniture from the landfill. Thanks for watching.
Have you done a video on how you keep your brushes so clean? I looked and didn't see one. I think that is the biggest thing I have trouble with, cleaning my brushes and rollers adequately! And, since they're so expensive and such an investment, it is really something I need to master.
I've started filming this but never put it together yet. I will get this on the list!
For many years I’ve enjoyed all your videos. You are extremely talented. Would you consider doing a video/review of Annie Sloans lacquer, specifically over old white and pure white? I can’t seem to find any information re turning yellow. Thanks again for your excellent channel.
There are so many things you could use to protect it but since you were talking about the waterproofing there is a poly something topcoat made for Boats and there is also serve flax for surfboards lol I don’t know about that I just came up with that last one
Foam brushes are the best for poly and poly acrylic. No brush marks. Highly recommend
I’m chalk painting my bathroom and the polyurethane turned yellow. I ordered Gator hide from Dixie Bell. Excited to try it.
Yep, you need to use a water based top coat over Chalk Paint. With the Gator hide do really thin layers. If you do it too thick it can yellow up.
I also use Dixie Belle Best Dang Wax and Gator Hide.
Thank you
You have no idea how helpful this is. Thank you so much! 😊
Love this. Love that gray color wax over a lighter peace to weather it. 2:258
That white table with the java gel is what actually got me started with painting furniture! Lol
Love to hear that!
I used the high performance flat over my most recent navy blue painted project and it left white streaks! I don’t recommend it over dark paint.
Thanks for the tip Megan. Darker colors can be tricky. I waxed a navy piece and was happy with how it turned out.
Ladies because I am a newbie with chalk painting I have a question.
I took on way to large of a project but I keep buggering on with it. Here is my question, I used a black chalk paint, two coats however, when putting the satin topcoat on I’ve noticed it’s all streaked, what is my options? Sand it, repaint then wax?
Thank you
Thank you for this informational video! I am in the process of my first furniture makeover and this was so helpful! 💕✨
Very helpful info. Thank you. I have to tell you I was very disappointed in the Dixie Bell top coat. I was painting a table and chairs. As soon as I put the top coat on the first chair, it turned yellow. 😩
Oh no!
Thank you so much. This vide was very much helpful. In fact I saved the video so I can go back n check it out when I’m working on a piece of furniture. Thank s again ♥️😊👍
Lots of information. Very helpful. Just what I needed to hear in a very short time.
Love using the Gator Hide. It is so easy to use and looks awesome.
Really enjoyed this segment.
Christina, love you details! You didn't include in your comparisons the DIY waxes and sealers. This is what I was most interested in hearing your opinion. Hope you can evaluate those maybe with your top preference of those in this video. Thanks.
Which ones do you want me to try?
Thank you! You answered all my questions! Keep it coming!
I used wax on my chalk pain on staircase. Pain was coming of with a little scrub even after waxing.
I love using a paint pad with the general finishes top coat. 😊
Oh nice! I'll have to try that.
I watched the video to find out what's the best topcoat option for a table and seats. After watching the video i now more learn about more options that makes picking one even more difficult. 😩
So many good ones to choose from!
how long should you wait for the chalk paint to dry or cure before adding wax or oil to finish?
I have the same question
I never got a response but that was 2 years ago... I usually wait 24 hours and have had good luck with polycrylic and water based top coats rather than wax or oil. I really like dixie bell gator hide. hope that helps. I also lightly sand (400 grit)the chalk paint for a softer finish. @@martaceciliamora2420
Also, how does a glaze different from a clear coat or a varnish?
Thanks so much for going over a big variety of topcoats. A few times I couldn't catch what you said because you were speaking so fast. I think you were mentioning cure times for one or two of the products, maybe? You are cute as can be and have beautiful furniture/projects - exactly like I would like to produce for my home. Thanks again!
You can slow down the video speed in settings.
That is an awesome video! I appreciate your expertise. I am branching out after using Annie Sloan exclusively and you are helping!
Glad it was helpful!
Some of the ones suggested say they "could" cause yellowing. Which one do you recommend to paint over white chalk paint?
Did you ever find a topcoat? I painted my chairs white and I don't want it to yellow
This was great, THANK YOU!!!!! Ive been reading and googling for the last 3 days, this just simplified everything for me. Cant wait to start my project! thanks again.
Glad it helped!
I just used a Rust-Oleum spray chalk paint (white), to restore a bathroom medicine chest. It's my first time using this spray chalk paint. It's easy to use and I'm okay with the results - did run a bit but that was my error. However, should I use a protective coat over the finished project since it's in the bathroom? The chest is made of metal but the mirror has a wooden frame. Thanks for all your videos, I love 'em.
I've been playing around with remaking "ugly" furniture using paint and appreciate all of the insight! I'll definitely give some of these suggestions a go to make sure my projects stay pretty. Subscribed to see future videos :)
Glad it was helpful! Thanks for being a subscriber!
I have really come to trust your reviews! I'm getting ready to use Gator hide by Dixie Belle on my dining room table as my family is especially hard on surfaces!
Have you ever tried to make your own chalk paint? Love the show!😊
Not yet.
I have! I used baking soda in regular latex paint samples from Lowe’s. The recipe is online. I think it is 1 part baking soda and 3 parts paint. I am delighted with the results. I Have never used chalk,paint before and I wanted to see if it was for me. It is so velvety smooth , and feels a bit grainy to the touch, but beautiful. My bathroom cabinets were a masterpiece until I used the dreaded polycrylic. Ugg. Turned tinkle sample yellow. 😁
@@pmatthews4391 Do you have a picture of ur bathroom cabinet?
Great Review. What would you apply on a a bed head board and frame that is painted with chalk paint? Main concern is the gassing out from thinners if I use a wax. Interested in your opinion. Bees wax and or a H20 water based matte or satin floor poly products are other options I am considering. Again, the main concern is the smell of the finished product on the head board. Thanks in advance for your opinion.
Sky
I used Jolie Wax on my own headboard.
Those nightstands are gorgeous!
Thank you! So much work but I love them. I got two videos out of it. LOL.
Extremely helpful video. I enjoy all you projects.
Thankyou for the info on different top coats👍🏻
What kind of top coat would you suggest for dining room chairs. I used the Charcoal color Dixie Belle chalk paint and then distressed them. Am now ready for the next (final?) step. Looking for a satin finish, and durable! Thanks in advance for your help!
Dixie Belle has great topcoats!
Hi Christina!
If I were to paint a front door using chalk paint, what top coat would you recommend?
Also what about kitchen cabinets/ bathroom vanity. I would like to have a semi gloss finish for the cabinets instead of matte/flat look.
Thank you!
I have a video coming this Friday comparing all the different topcoats. I did wear tests too! It should help answer your questions.
Thank you for the info!
Very good teacher 👌
I love Dixie Belle topcoats.....and even their new Howdy Do Hemp Oil. Thanks for sharing
Thank you for this video, I was wondering if a clear water based satin varnish could be used on top of chalk paint and also wallpaper applied to front of draws?
Thank you very indurative I am just beginning
Ding ding... a new subscriber got her wings! 🛎
Help here . . .I just had my kitchen cabinets painted in Repose Gray and my kitchen walls are in a color by Benjamin Moore in Ashwood, now what I want to do is take an old bar height dining room table and chairs, take the leaf out to make it square to use in my kitchen and chalk paint it in
shades of gray. It has a pretty slick top, and I am wondering if I should use something like dixie bell primer first. Also, any suggestion or pictures of techniques. Id appreciate it
I'm in the process of painting my kitchen cabinets with chalk paint. I used the Chalked Matte Clear by Rustoleum on a couple of doors. Do you think it's a good idea for kitchen cabinets? I'm not sure I love it, to be honest. My main concern is staining from food. I make a lot of jam and it is so messy to make!! LOL
I watched this video like 100 times lol 😆
Thanks! Let me know if you have any questions.
I painted an end table with chalk paint and applied one coat of wax. Then I happened to watch this video and like the idea of something a little more durable since we have drinks and food on the end table at times. Is it possible to use for instance the Dixie Bell clear coat on top of the one coat of wax I put on? If not, what would I use to take the wax off without stripping away any of the chalk paint? I would only want to apply the clear coat to the top of the table. Would it change the look of the table if I only used the clear coat on top and kept the wax on the rest of the table?
It would be best to strip the wax off the piece using mineral spirits and then apply the clear coat. The wax has a more matte finish so you would probably be able to see a difference if you left part of the piece wax and part clear coat.
I refinished a bedroom dresser, used Annie Sloan clear wax. It's been a month and a half and wonder why smudges show up from opening and closing the drawers. You can see them when sunlight hits it. Did I do something wrong? I painted my friends kitchen cabinets old white and now I'm afraid to finish them with the clear wax. Help🤔. I love your work. Thank you.
It sounds like you might have applied too much wax, and it was never able to cure. Here is an article on how to fix it.www.thepurplepaintedlady.com/2012/07/i-applied-the-wax-days-ago-and-it-is-still-tacky/
Does home depot or Lowe's carry jolie's wax I searching for a top coat that doesn't give me a headache I painted with Rustoleum chalk boy oh boy horrendous headache had to get a respirator great tutorial on explaining
Would love to see the oil too coat over chalk paint after curing. How much sheen is added?
Thank you so much for sharing your tips! 😊
Of course!!
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Scant wait to try I’m new at painting . Enjoyed u helped .
Hi what is your preferred topcoat, the wax or the liquid? I'm just starting ☺️
Hello! I have a quick question. My puppy has been peeing on my furniture, and it has caused stains and discoloration. I need a clear furniture topcoat that can protect my furniture and repel my puppy's pee. I am wondering if Gator Hide will work for this purpose, as I have heard that it can repel water. I am desperate to save my furniture and prevent my puppy from ruining it further. Thank you!...😢 Or if you have a better idea of which topcoat would protect my furniture. I am desperate at this point. Thank you in advance.😊
Great information, thank you
Thanks Christina, great info. Have you found a waterproof (not just resistant) AND food safe finish yet? I’m trying to find one to cover upcycled kitchen servers. Tks!
Hemp Oil is food safe and water repellant but not water proof. Might be your best bet.
I painted my kitchen cabinets white using Rustoleum chalked paint in Linen White. It turn out beautiful! I then used the Minwax polycrylic to seal them, but it turned out blotchy and uneven. What can I do to fix this? Should I just put on another coat?
Lightly sand it with a 220 grit sandpaper to get out some of the imperfections. Then go in with your second coat. Do it very lightly and make sure you are using a high quality synthetic brush. Good luck.
@@ChristinaMuscari hi how did it turn out?
Great feedback on top coats! Is Waverly varnish the same as all those good top coat sealants? Also, would you use it yourself?
I just painted a dresser white with regular paint and made the mistake of putting polyurethane on it. 🤦🏼♀️ it turned yellow. 😢 So a friend suggested I lightly sand it and apply chalk paint. It worked fairly well. I did have a few bubbles that had to be sanded. It’s not perfect. I don’t care for the wax finish, which is too matte for my taste. Is there another finish I can apply AFTER wax has been applied to get a glossier finish? Thanks so much.
I am so addicted to your videos! They are so good and informative and convinced me to paint our old dining set with chalk paint. I am going to use
General Finishes Oil Base Gel Stain, Java for the top as I would love to have a dark top and for the side and legs I will use Jolie Paint - Premier Chalk Finish Paint - Matte Finish - Gesso White. I am a bit confused about the top coat. Since it is a table that we will be using a lot should I go with Real Milk Paint Hemp Oil OR
General Finishes High Performance Water Based Topcoat OR clear wax? Please help.
Jolie has a varnish now. I would get that.
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Have you ever used the Annie Sloan Lacquer as a top coat for a table??
I haven't tried this yet- but I plan to!
Can you seal with poly acrylic and still use like a pearl wax? That was what I was planning on doing. Thanks!
You can't use both wax and poly.
In case anyone wants to know, I did seal with poly acrylic, two coats and let dry for a week. Then I used a pearl wax on top. I brushed it on and buffed it off. I have a real hard surface.
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Have you used the Gator Hide yet? If so, what did you think? I want to refurbish our coffee table. I can't trust my husband and kids to not leave glasses and other food items on it, so I really need something waterproof for the top of the piece. Also, do you think I could get away with using a different topcoat on the rest of the piece? I plan to use stain on the top and chalk paint on the rest, like you did in your end table video.
I still haven't tried gator hide yet! I need to. You can definitely use a different top coat on the top than the rest of the body. I do that all the time.
Great video! I want to do a Laminate dresser that I use for my TV. What prep will I need to do? And what is the Topcoat used for, and when do I use it?
Scuff it up a bit with a 220 sandpaper. You can choose any topcoat you like.
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Hi Christina, I painted a fireplace surround with chalk paint. I want to apply a water based liquid sealer first and then Annie Sloan wax on top of that. Do you think the wax will adhere to the sealed chalk paint?
This is probably a dumb question.... but, if you have applied Big Mama's butter, can you apply a top coat over that?
What about midge podge? Sounds crazy, but it will withstand wear and tear on a coffee tabletop and it won’t affect the color at all. Is there a reason people don’t use it???
Hi! Random question but is it possible to use a spray can top coat in a matte finish on chalk paint instead of using a waxer or sealer?
This was so informative! What’s the best way to use a flat polyurethane finish if you already have a coat of a satin polyurethane on chalk painted furniture?
I want to seal my fireplace surround I just did in chalk paint. I love the flat finish but I need a sealer that KEEPS IT FLAT but also seals it. Which product would be best for keeping a flat finish and still protect? Thanks for you help.
Thank you soooo much. You’re awesome!
The shirt 😂😂🥰
Hello! Thanks for the info. Can you help me decide on a top coat? I just chalk painted some old Ladderback chairs black. I want a bit of a glossy finish but not to much. I was leaning towards the general finishes satin. Thx so much. I’m. Ew at this but learning. I subscribed to your channel!😊
When you apply wax how long does it take to dry to the touch so you can move the piece? I have a small painting area and need to do chairs!! Ugh. I can paint them there like 2 at a time but once the wax is on how long does it take to be able be to a touch them to move them to a different area to cure?
Hi Christine I’m new to your Chanel and also new to using chalk paint I have painted my bed and lockers and wanted to white wash over the french linen From Annie Sloane but when I started it didn’t seem to look right so any tips would be of great help As I’m thinking now about just putting the top coat over the colour. Also you said in your video that the wax takes Up to 30 days to cure And as it’s my bed that I use I take it that I wouldn’t be able to use after 2/3 days Woukd that be the same if I use the water based varnish Loved the video and planning to go through your other ones to get some tips Thank you in advance for the advice
Your pieces look fab
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Can you use this on orange pine pls ?
what works best for white chalk paint on kitchen cabinets? My cabinets prior were already painted dark grey I used Rustoleum Linen White and having hard time figuring out what is my best option without getting this "yellowing" everyone says will happen never used white before?
My advice is to use a topcoat specifically designed for chalk paint to try and avoid yellowing. Dixie Belle has some great options:
dixiebellepaint.com/waxes-glazes-and-finishes/clear-coats/?aff=166
I painted the legs of my dining table black. I added some plaster of Paris and water to dull the semi gloss paint, which turned out nice. I initially applied a polyurethane and it did not look good, so I lightly sanded and repainted, again. What do u recommend to seal it? I was thinking about using a spray on polycrylic from the can. What do u think?
I used AS Athenian black for my kitchen table and then finished with the matte lacquer- now my table is gray. I liked the look of the athenian before the laquer was applied. What is the best finish to use so that I do not get the milky effect of the AS lacquer or a polycrylic I hear does the same thing over dark colors. Is a pulyurethane better and more clear? I"m afraid wax will not hold up well on a kitchen table top.
How about the general finishes flat? Also- what is the blackest black chalk paint to use? Thanks!
keep up the good work
I painted an armoire in the black noir color from Behr. I can’t decide what type of finish to use for it. I don’t want to change the color and I wanted to look Matte.
Great video! I have a couple of questions & would love your input. 1. Have you used A Sloans new pearlescent glaze? Do you think it would look good on a French Provincial dresser that is painted white?
2. Struggling to get the smell out of these two 100-year-old French Provincial dressers. I have wiped them down in white vinegar twice already and aired them outside in the sunlight. Any thoughts? Do you think that Big mammas Butta will help with the smell of mold/mildew? Help! Thanks :)
I haven't used the glaze yet- but I want to. The butta may help or you could try to use a shellac or shellac based primer. amzn.to/37QvDog or amzn.to/3hQ47M5 or Dixie Bell BOSS dixiebellepaint.com/b-o-s-s/?aff=166
I have not liked wax because it is hard to repaint a piece that has been waxed. Any suggestions for removing wax completely before repainting?
Mineral spirits will do the trick
New subscriber to your channel and just finished a HUGE chalk paint project (and thrilled with how it turned out). I used the Minwax Polycrylic and was disappointed with its streakiness and brush strokes but luckily it's a distressed piece so it just adds character!
My question is this... I need to refinish part of my stairs. I'll be sanding the treads but I want to paint the rise of the stairs white. I'm considering using chalk paint to reduce the need to sand that part and was wondering what your thoughts are on a durable finish for stairs. Do you have any recommendations on something that would give a satin finish? Wondering if the Gator Finish might be suitable. Thanks!
Have you seen my banister video? I would use that technique on stairs because of wear and tear. I used a primer that sticks to wood without sanding and then a door and trim paint that’s really durable and self leveling.
This just happened to me. Luckily I caught on mid project. I am glad I found This video.
Great useful tips for redoing furniture. Thanks. I am a new subscriber to your channel. I will be watching you for further videos
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Do you need to worry about using a sealer that is food safe when finishing a kitchen table since food will be placed on it?. Granted the food will be on plates or in bowls but what about spills and kids grabbing whatever food went onto the table? What are your recommendations for finishing/sealing a kitchen table top that will make it safe? And also easy for clean up. Our kitchen table gets a lot of use from dining, to school work, to art projects, etc. It is a future project of mine. Thank you.
I use the General Finishes top coat in flat for my kitchen and dinging tables. Since you aren't serving food out of it you don't need to worry about it being food safe. I typically wipe mine down with warm water every night after dinner and use a Clorox wipe once a week on it. It has held up well, but we do our art and homework at the counter typical since its granite. I use place mats, coasters and trivets to keep it in good shape.