I painted my dining table using annie sloan pure white chalk paint.
White chalk painted dining room table.
I see you used the polycrylic.
The first time i used polyurethane for top coat and it yellowed.
The first step was to paint the buffet table with chalk paint.
Prep the surface by cleaning it real well with a lint free brush and sanding with a fine grit sandpaper.
This is a fun diy project i completed last fall season and i wanted to put together a full post with tips on how to use chalk paint and my diy chalk paint.
I used a very rough grit sandpaper 80 with a medium to light touch and went to work sanding off the white chalk paint layer on the parts of the table i thought would wear naturally with age like the corners of the legs and top.
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Use a bristle brush or round brush to apply the chalk paint.
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I have used many brands of chalk paint and i chose to use rustoleum s chalked paint in aged gray available at home depot.
If a chalk painted piece without wax or a top coat comes into contact with water the paint can actually re liquify.
How to chalk paint a table top to last.
Clean everything thoroughly with a lint free cloth and all purpose cleaning spray or white vinegar mixed with water.
Apply the painters tape around the edges if needed.
Unlike latex painted pieces or stained pieces chalk painted furniture needs a protective finish unless you know a drinking glass won t be set on it.
After that layer was dry it was the fun part distressing the table.
This was the same paint that i use to paint the base of our dining room table.
Chalk paint dining table makeover tutorial.
Now that you know what chalk paint is and where to find it i can tell you about my chalk paint dining room table.
The paint has good coverage and is a good choice for the lower price point.
I keep researching and i am not sure what to use to avoid that yellowing appearance.
Sand in between the coats to ensure a smooth finish.
For today s post i m excited to finally share our rustoleum chalk paint dining table makeover and chalk paint table tutorial.
For the table and chairs begin by sanding any imperfections to provide a smooth even surface.
As i mentioned in the beginning of this post my dining room table was a side of the road find.