Prep the furniture by removing the hardware cleaning the surface and then scuff sanding with 220 grit sandpaper.
Chalk paint over black furniture.
Athenian black is a true deep black developed to reflect the opaque figures and dramatic silhouetted shapes painted on ancient greek ceramics.
Tape off the drawers with pre taped plastic and painters tape to avoid overspray inside the drawers.
I know you can do it.
Choose a chalk paint color.
Who says farmhouse style has to be white.
If there are any areas on your furniture that you d prefer to leave unpainted.
Mark off areas with painter s tape.
Even when chalk painting furniture there are times when you have to use a primer because many dark stains will bleed through chalk paint.
Also a primer is helpful to provide coverage.
Chalk paint comes in a variety of colors from white and black to baby blue and light.
Spray 2 coats of general finishes stain blocking primer.
Test a small patch.
On floors seal with chalk paint lacquer.
I hope i ve inspired you to paint over a bright coloured piece of furniture.
For example if you were to paint white chalk paint on black furniture it will take several coats to cover but a primer will minimize the number of coats including your time energy and the extra cost of chalk paint.
Applying the paint 1.
Pick a small out.
1 litre is enough to cover approximately 13 square metres 140 square feet.
After painting seal indoor furniture with chalk paint wax.
I usually paint a second coat within a couple of hours if i have the time.
Distressed black painted furniture is the perfect black finish for any home style.
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Chalk paint and fusion mineral paint do not take that long to dry in between coats.