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Applying a coat of clear wax over Chalk Paint® will deepen the colour of the paint and create a beautiful, matt finish. It will protect against fingermarks and stains. It’s also water-repellent, so you can wipe any marks away with a damp cloth.
What wax do you use on chalk paint?
Annie Sloan Chalk Paint™ Wax is the perfect partner for Chalk Paint™. Developed to work together, Wax is used for protection and to give a beautiful mellow finish to painted furniture, cabinets, and walls. It has the consistency of soft butter, is easy to apply, and has very little odour.
Can you wax on top of chalk paint?
You can easily apply wax to your dried chalk paint by wiping it on with a dry cloth and buffing it in. A small amount of wax can go a long way so be cautious when using it. You may need to wax and buff your piece twice to get an even finish.
What do you use to seal over chalk paint?
Wax has become the gold standard for most people when they want to seal chalk paint. If you’re looking for the top chalk paint finish, wax is easily the most popular choice. This is in part because it matches the rustic charm of using chalk paint. Wax works a little differently than polycrylic or polyurethane sealers.
Why is my chalk paint coming off when I wax?
The most common reasons that your chalk paint will scratch off with your finger nail is due to you having used a low quality chalk paint, not having used a wax sealant, using your chalk paint on an unsuitable surface, and only using a single coat of your chalk paint on the surface.
Can you use wax on rustoleum chalked paint?
If you wipe your dried chalk paint on with a dry cloth and buff it in, you can easily apply wax to it. Wax can be used in a small amount, so be cautious when using it. If you want your piece to look even, you may need to wax and buff it twice. Wax as often as necessary.
Can you use Johnson paste wax on Chalk Paint?
You can apply both poly and paste wax to chalk or flat paint. Although wax will always give you a beautiful, smooth, deep finish, and will enhance color or grain, water-based poly can be streaky and temperamental to use with a brush (I prefer the spray).
Is it best to wax or varnish chalk paint?
That said, there are some great alternatives that produce the same chalk paint finish but with better durability, meaning that it’s not necessary to seal them with a wax, polish or varnish. Both products do a great job of achieving that desirable chalk paint finish, but without the need to seal them afterwards.
How long do you leave wax on chalk paint before buffing?
Wait until the solvents in the wax evaporate before buffing. Although drying time can take as little as 10 to 20 minutes, a couple of hours or even overnight can be best. The wax is ready to buff when it no longer feels cool or damp to the touch.
Do you have to use wax on chalk paint?
When you chalk paint furniture, you always have to use a soft wax or protective finish to protect the surface. Every painted furniture piece needs to be covered in a substance that will stick to the surface and also protect the piece long-term.
Can you put polyurethane over chalk paint wax?
Can you Polyurethane over Annie Chalk Paint. Yes, you can put poly or chalk paint wax like the Annie Sloan wax.
Can you touch up chalk paint after waxing?
Yes- you can paint over wax the same day you applied the wax… BUT – the wax must feel dry to the touch and NOT tacky. This situation happens to people and know that it is not a problem to paint using Chalk Paint® over previously painted and waxed pieces. Annie created her products to work harmoniously together.
Can you use any furniture wax on chalk paint?
Annie Sloan is one brand who claims their chalk paint can be used over their own brand of wax, and I have done this myself with success. Unless you’re using a brand that specifically states you can paint over their wax, you cannot apply any other product over a waxed surface and expect lasting results.
How many coats of wax do you put on chalk paint?
Apply at least two coats of paint, and then two or three coats of Chalk Paint® Wax or Chalk Paint® Lacquer to seal and protect them. Remember to always test your cabinets first with both paint and lacquer.
Does rustoleum chalk paint need a top coat?
You HAVE to do a top coat to ensure the durability of the paint.
Can I use lacquer over chalk paint?
Whether you go with a Matt or Gloss finish, lacquering just helps extend the life of your furniture and the Chalk Paint® finish. You can apply it directly over Chalk Paint® for a hard-wearing finish on pieces like dining room tables, kitchen cabinets, floors and skirting boards.
Can you roll rustoleum chalk paint?
People often ask us if you can “roll” Chalk Paint™ by Annie Sloan onto your piece. The answer is yes, you absolutely can! Before rolling, you can dilute your paint with water by 10% to help the paint lay down. If you do this, your surface may require an additional coat.
