Using Antique Wax Over Chalk Paint
Pick up a 500 ml 17 fl oz tin of wax per 3 to 4 l 0 79 to 1 06.
Using antique wax over chalk paint. Every painted furniture piece needs to be covered in a substance that will stick to the surface and also protect the piece long term. Or if you ve made your own chalk style paint look for a soft clear finishing wax intended for furniture. The good thing about using wax over chalk paint is that there are few rules. If i was using a chalk type paint i would probably go with a dark wax so i can kill 2 birds with one stone antiquing and sealing.
Sanding first is a lot easier than dealing with paint not sticking to random areas later. No one product does both things really well at least none that are cost effective. Annie shows you how to antique a pine bedhead using dark chalk paint wax. Apply wax evenly over your project.
Apply liberally it will appear very dark but don t worry. Another thing to consider is that a glaze can be painted over again where a wax has to be removed before painting. 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. Dip your dark wax brush lightly into the dark wax.
Choose a clear soft finishing wax compatible with chalk paint. 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. If you re using annie sloane chalk paint choose the wax produced by the same brand for the best results.
Use your cloth to wipe away any unwanted wax to achieve the look you want. We gave some old furniture an update with some chalk paint and decorative wax. Soooo this week we had to do a quick project swap at the last minute. Dark chalk paint wax is the perfect way to age and bring out the texture of your.
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.