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Post by iamkristinl16 on Nov 20, 2015 18:16:31 GMT
I used chalk paint to paint a bookshelf. I think it turned out ok. Should I use the clear wax on it or use something else to seal and make it more smooth? I have the wax but it seems like it may be a lot of work to cover the whole thing?
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Post by KikiPea on Nov 20, 2015 18:20:48 GMT
I used chalk paint to paint a bookshelf. I think it turned out ok. Should I use the clear wax on it or use something else to seal and make it more smooth? I have the wax but it seems like it may be a lot of work to cover the whole thing? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk I would probably do wax, but on my coffee table, that we use daily, I will be using poly. |
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Post by Deleted on Nov 20, 2015 18:38:02 GMT
KikiPea has a point about the level of use the piece will get. Have you sanded it? I used poly on my kitchen table and chairs and am satisfied, but I would like to try the wax. Just don't spray too close or too thick. Annette
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Post by k8smom on Nov 20, 2015 18:49:35 GMT
I always use a wax on chalk painted furniture.
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Post by iamkristinl16 on Nov 20, 2015 19:07:53 GMT
I didn't sand. I just used a dry brush to get the distressed look that I wanted. I will try the wax on the inside shelf and see how much of a pain it is. Any tips or trick?
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Post by dockmaster on Nov 20, 2015 21:34:45 GMT
Wax on, wax off. Make sure you go over it well to remove the excess wax.
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Post by iamkristinl16 on Nov 21, 2015 4:58:13 GMT
What kind of cloth is best to remove the extra wax?
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Post by katybee on Nov 21, 2015 6:43:32 GMT
Poly will take away the charm of the chalk paint… Use wax.
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Post by Gennifer on Nov 21, 2015 8:37:38 GMT
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Post by blue tulip on Nov 21, 2015 12:54:26 GMT
What kind of cloth is best to remove the extra wax? anything that is soft and won't leave lint behind. cotton is good for it. waxing won't take longer than poly, and a little goes a long way. too thick of a layer is harder to cure well. with poly, you'd have to do at least 2 coats with a light sand in between, and there goes any time savings you would have.  but poly is the best for surfaces/pieces that will see a lot of use. |
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Post by Deleted on Nov 21, 2015 13:42:45 GMT
I just chalk painted a huge armoire inside and out. I waxed it, and love the way it came out. I have my scrapbook supplies in it, so I'm constantly sliding things in and out. They don't stick at all-- the wax cured very hard. I can't tell you about long-term wear, because I just finished it a few weeks ago.
I used old tee-shirts for waxing, and it didn't take all that long. Painting it was waaaaay harder.
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Post by KikiPea on Nov 21, 2015 14:50:31 GMT
Poly will take away the charm of the chalk paint… Use wax. It actually doesn't. I have used it, and it still looks fine. I was told by the lady who made the chalk paint to use poly, because if the piece is something you use a lot, the wax will rub off. The poly I used was a matte finish, not shiny. |
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Post by lesley on Nov 22, 2015 2:46:38 GMT
I've used wax on several pieces I've painted with chalk paint (Annie Sloan), and it cures every bit as hard as polyurethane varnish. It also smells better and doesn't drip.
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Post by iamkristinl16 on Nov 22, 2015 4:36:41 GMT
What kind of wax do you use? I bought the same brand as the paint I used (Folk Art) but am wondering if it is just as good as other brands?
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but poly is the best for surfaces/pieces that will see a lot of use.