When I first started painting furniture, chalk paint was all the rage. It promised quick transformations with no sanding, no priming, and an effortlessly distressed look—basically, everything a beginner DIYer dreams of. And I’ll be honest, it did make painting feel less intimidating. It helped me jump into my first furniture makeovers with confidence, and …
Chalk paint
When I first started using chalk paint, all I heard was:“It’s expensive, but it lasts forever!” Okay—obviously that’s not all I heard, but you get the idea. So, naturally, I did what everyone online said to do. I invested in the best chalk paint brush I could find—around $30—and expected flawless, furniture-flipping magic. But here’s …
One of the easiest ways to make a huge impact in your home with a small investment is to paint your existing furniture and give it new life! While painting furniture isn’t exactly hard, it’s definitely intimidating if you haven’t done it before. The hardest part really is just rolling up your sleeves and getting …
Whenever anyone asks me if I use chalk paint and if I recommend it, I always feel obligated to let them know about the price. Just one quart of chalk paint runs you around $40. I pay a few cents over $40 when buying Annie Sloan chalk paint once the tax is added, and for …
Ah, chalk paint. We all love it, right? It’s low odor, easy to work with, gives that dreamy shabby-chic finish, and best of all—it promises no prep. No sanding. No priming. Just slap it on and go. But let’s be honest:That “no prep” promise is kind of a myth. Don’t get me wrong—chalk paint has …