Home-made Chalked Paint Recipe
Making chalk paint at home is easy!
For this project I used only a few items and they were not very expensive.
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I used 2 tsp. non-sanded grout, a little water and about a cup of paint.
The first time I tried to make this I ended up with lumps... not impossible to deal with but it got me wondering how I could fix the problem.
I was thinking gravy... The trick is to dissolve the grout in a little bit of water first! And it worked!
I thought I'd try painting some old metal loaf pans, if it sticks to metal, I will be happy.
It went on smoothly, sanded easily, and most importantly stuck to a smooth surface!
I distressed the edges and got a great chippy edge that looks a little like enamelware.
I then gave the bakeware a coat of furniture wax when I was finished.
No matter what you paint with, the wax seals the chalky feel. You could also spray paint the tins with a glossy spray sealer.
I'm not sure what I'm going to do with these now but I'm very happy that the home-made chalked paint was a success!
I'll definitely be painting with it again!
These mini loaf pans are great for organizing.
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Holy crap that looks fantastic!!! I think I'd use those as planters - they're gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteI've made my own chalk paint and it was great. I also have the wax....when I bought it the lady selling it said it wouldn't work well with other paints but it works fine. I think she was just trying to get me to buy the paint but I can seem to pay that much for such little amount of paint. You pans do look like enamel!
ReplyDeleteLovely!! I just made some using plaster of paris. I am working on painting over an old shelf. I only have one coat so far, but it is lookin' good!
ReplyDeleteAwesome recipe! Your pans look great!
ReplyDeleteI also did mine, like Kelsey above, with Plaster of Paris, Susan, but that was because it was here already. It came out pretty good, I think, and I used Heirloom White which looks just like the ASCP Old White. The pans do look like they'd be good for organizing. Are they magnetic? You could decorate them as your mood changes if they are.
ReplyDeleteLike Kelsey and Kathy, I used plaster of paris because it was here. I really liked how it stuck on well but then sanded off well when I wanted it to. Thanks for telling us about the non-sanded grout additive also...your pans look like real vintage.
ReplyDeleteHello, I'm getting balls in my paint mix. No matter how I mix it.
DeleteWow, those turned out really cute and thanks for the recipe...I have wanted to try chalk like paint. I have lots of grout. I love the interior green!
ReplyDeleteWhat a terrific idea. I've been wanting to try the ASCP but I'm going to use this recipe instead. The pans look great.
ReplyDeleteI actually have used this recipe before as well and I love it... my question is what do you use for a after coating? I used poly and it yellowed it. Have you used anything?
ReplyDeleteThey look great Susan. I think they would look fantastic with distressed wood.
ReplyDeleteI used calcium carbonate for my own mixture of "chalky paint" , didn't add water to thin the paint and got no lumps at all since the powder is so fine! Your metal pans do resemble enameled pieces. Yes , attach them to the wood as organizational boxes. :-)
ReplyDeleteSue
I tried it with the unsanded grout and it was lumpy and kept getting thicker. Thanks for the tip. I'll try mixing with water to get the lumps out next time. I had to buy a 10lb bag of it just to get the 2 TBL I needed, so I should be good for a lot more experimenting. LOL Love the loaf pans. I think they would look great on the distressed board planted with some grass seed. But there are endless possibilities there.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the recipe and your tips, Susan. I have been wanting to try this.
ReplyDeleteI LOVE your loaf pans. The turned out beautiful!! Enjoy your day!!
sandraallen260@centurytel.net
mmmm loving those loaf pans (as I'm typing this out I'm laughing - I've never said or typed that phrase before!) we bloggers are a unique bunch aren't we? Awesome little project. I bought the supplies a few months back for this chalk paint recipe & haven't experimented yet but with the warm weather coming our way - I'll be attacking some poor item to paint up soon! xo
ReplyDeletewww.NorthernCottage.net
Yours is the first link I checked out and I can't wait to try this recipe--you seem to have it perfected!
ReplyDeleteI have been making my own chalk style paint also, but I've used plaster. I've had the same results and I love it! Those bread pans are darling. I love how the paint brought out the fold on the ends. You will think of a dozen uses for those! Lisa~
ReplyDeleteIt worked beautifully--thanks :)!
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing the "new improved" recipe. I love how your pans turned out. They look perfect on that aged board. I'll be watching for old loaf pans at garage sales now!
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Deborah
very cool. so what does the wax do??
ReplyDeleteand what is ASCP wax?
thanks
blessings
barbara jean
ok
ReplyDeletefound it on internet. annie sloan.....
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I tried this recipe using plaster of paris with the paint and a little water. I am trying to paint a second hand dining room set. it would not stick to the chairs. I keep reading about how it will go over old varnish etc. with no sanding, so what is the deal, will it or won't it. or is it as they say 'too good to be true".
ReplyDeleteFay I hope you see this... I couldn't respond directly to your question because you are on "no-reply".... I don't know why it isn't sticking to your chairs, are you letting it dry before you put on a second coat? I've never had a problem, even painted right over a very shiny varnished hutch and had absolutely no problem with it not sticking. I would let it dry first.
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This is a great idea, oh there are soooo many things I can paint over to give a new lease of life. Thanks for the tips and recipe!
ReplyDeleteHave you tried it on brick? I have a hideous fireplace that needs a face lift!
ReplyDeleteyeah! now I can get rid of my chalk paint lumps
ReplyDeletethanks for posting this...will def try in the near future...got numerous project that this would be good for!! great blog!!
ReplyDeleteGreat little pans! I just painted one yellow the other day and have it holding tea in the kitchen. Great job on your paint mixture.
ReplyDelete~Kim
I wish I would have known this trick sooner....ugh! My first attempt was a grainy lumpy mess and I've been sanding little lumps off my piece. Next coat I'm going to "make gravy" and hopefully it will work as beautifully as you've described...crossing fingers! Thanks for the tip!
ReplyDeleteCould you use this paint recipe on fabric? I'm hoping? :)
ReplyDeleteI actually sell ASCP. It is without a doubt worth every penny! You have to compare apples with apples. It covers 150 sq ft which is double the coverage of your regualr latex quart. Also, ASCP doesnt have any latex in it. That is absolutely what sets it apart and makes it number one. You drink COKE, don't you? And not Publix brand Cola? It simply isnt the same!!! The first CP and the best by far!
ReplyDeleteI actually work in a store that sells ASCP too. I couldn't agree with you more. It is the first and it is the best however not everyone has the funds or access to the paint so for those people there are alternatives. Yes this contains plastics but it does work and gives the look of chalk paint®. I have some small project pieces that I can not tell the difference months and years later. Thanks for your input and I agree with you :)
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