Using Antique Wax Over Chalk Paint
We gave some old furniture an update with some chalk paint and decorative wax.
Using antique wax over chalk paint. Allow the paint to dry before applying a coat of clear chalk paint wax using a chalk paint wax brush. The good thing about using wax over chalk paint is that there are few rules. Annie shows you how to antique a pine bedhead using dark chalk paint wax. When using chalk paint you always have to use a wax or protective finish to protect the surface.
Remove any excess wax with a lint free cloth. Every painted furniture piece needs to be covered in a substance that will stick to the surface and also protect the piece long term. You can apply the wax in thin layers or thick layers to achieve the look you want. Sanding first is a lot easier than dealing with paint not sticking to random areas later.
Apply liberally it will appear very dark but don t worry. Minwax furniture sealing wax. While the clear wax is still wet apply dark chalk paint wax with a chalk paint wax brush working in small areas at a time. Use your cloth to wipe away any unwanted wax to achieve the look you want.
Apply wax evenly over your project. Soooo this week we had to do a quick project swap at the last minute. If you re using annie sloane chalk paint choose the wax produced by the same brand for the best results. Choose a clear soft finishing wax compatible with chalk paint.
Pick up a 500 ml 17 fl oz tin of wax per 3 to 4 l 0 79 to 1 06. Dark chalk paint wax is the perfect way to age and bring out the texture of your. Even though i use chalk paint which adheres to pretty much any surface i still like to lightly sand everything to help it along just in case. Another thing to consider is that a glaze can be painted over again where a wax has to be removed before painting.
Or if you ve made your own chalk style paint look for a soft clear finishing wax intended for furniture.