It was iin that state of failure-to-read-fine-print-with-an-electron-microscope-and-a-tteam-of-lawyers-present-naivety that I painted a rocking cradle for my great-grandchild in the (quite beautiful I must say) Tin White shade of Behr chalk paint. Its so easy to use and you can create a variety of looks depending on how you mix the colors, distress the finish, use waxes, etc. Dont worry that it looks streaky or that not everything is covered. But Behr just doesnt cover quite as well on a painted surface. Local store prices may vary from those displayed. So I decided to bring them together in holy refinishing matrimony. Dark Record CabinetNow available for sale 39W x 16 D x 29 H$495. 
Obviously, a mirror doesnt really get any wear and tear like a dresser or table would, but its definitely not peeling off. Between the drawers and the cabinet, he has a lot of versatile storage so I began to see him as something worthy of a suave bachelor pad or the glossy pages of a West Elm catalog. And they will (un)happily let you know that. Get the FREE email course and join the 10,000 subscribers who already receive the weekly decorating tips, No spam ever, I promise. Subscribe to receive new posts deleivered directly to your inbox + get the 5 day decorating course for FREE! Hi!
So overall, I give it a thumbs up! 
On painted surfaces, Dixie Belle tends to come off in chunks or peels when using the wet distress technique. 
Exclusive Member of Mediavine Home. However, I am curious if you, or if you know of anyone who, have tried to use a spray gun to put down this paint? I'm sorry I can't offer more advice! The silky quality to the tapestries almost makes it feel more like a vintage scarf than a wall hanging, but they adds an easy punch to any space and have a variety of designs from surreal to graphic, abstract to cheeky matras. Before the Clear Wax dries, apply Dark Wax. Thanks for being here! Its just a peek but I hope someone will appreciate the subtle detail. Inky Dresser + NightstandNow Available for SaleDresser: 34W x 19D x 45.5HNightstand: 24W x 15D x 23.5H$695 for the setIf you are interested in this piece or a custom order like it, email me at [emailprotected].
I would be worried about the white paint over the wax. I used the Behr chalk paint tinted in a color in the Behr chalk paint chart. Now, I am an experienced painter and have painted the interiors of a lot of house due to moving around in my military career. I started using a chalk paint brush, but then switched to a regular paint brush after reading on the paint can that Behr recommended using a regular paint brush with their chalk paint. So if youre considering using Behr and wondering how it compares to the other well-known niche brands, this is my honest Behr chalk paint review! I have tried using my Annie Sloan brush, then a foam roller and a foam brush. When I used chalk paint I painted over a laminate cabinet versus something that was wood. And perhaps never will be. The mirror is gorgeous!
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What if something breaks in transit and there is super sharp debris rattling around her in the car??? I added some jewelry' to this piece in the form of sleek finger pulls and brass tapered legs. The Behr Chalk Paint performed as expected with both techniques, similar to my experience with Annie Sloan. Are you sure you want to paint the table? Worst fears confirmed. My trumeau mirror came out just as I had hoped and Behr does have some colors that other brands dont carry, especially since they can make almost any of their 1600 colors into chalk paint. Im simply sharing my thoughts on this paint that I purchased with my own money. And so for the latest room refresh I worked on the kids shared colorful bathroom (its 80% done, and you can see the before and after pics right here) I decided to paint the bathroom vanity and wooden shelf brackets using Behr Chalk Paint, which is sold exclusively at Home Depot. Before we dive into my thoughts on Behr Chalk paint, lets get a few basics about chalk paint in general out of the way first. Yes these dressers were a great buy for the business but if it doesnt work out, it doesnt work out.
(price depends on color), Behr Chalk Decorative Paint in Deep Thought. I realize that a chalk paint made by a traditional paint company that is readily available at a lower price point might make some skeptical. Im not going to tell you to never use any other kind of paint. Your email address will not be published. Yeah NO. For the styling, I had a fun opportunity to play with a new-to-me product: an oversized tapestry from Tapart - a company that sells modern tapestries by independent artists. Okay, that seems overwhelming to me, so I stuck to Behrs chalk paint brochure featuring 45 colors. You guessed it - I resurrected our old favorite inky blue/ black color Black Boudoir for a moody chalky finish. to create your own custom color, but right out of the can, most have between 40-60 in terms of color options. I used water-based, oil-based, and latex paints for those past projects and more, and felt so frustrated by my lackluster (and streaky, SO streaky) results that I wound up turning the paint roller over to my husband. I know. Website by my trusty husband. I love the distressing and highlights it currently has, just not the green color. The blue-gray after color just doesnt work nearly as well. It seems that it just doesnt stick which is unusual since chalk paint is known for adhering to all types of finishes. Yum.
See how it compares to other name-brand chalk paints! Just so were clear, this post was not sponsored by Behr. And thats exactly why chalk paint is the perfect paint for someone like me. Now I don't know if it's because it's a dark color, Navy blue but on the large sections of the vanity I can't get it to not look streaky. /Rttm%fH~ 0Dw).TQPfK7_jN"jqp- \0%am=Un0}#4kaF iP"O': :ks+l+bgf_0:L&cM !kAj39uVt6F8 S82u= q =y8|x;5Zj=f : 2hT 8 [X+YT;2@ulS.#no!&?@Te)'8 lpJEx.B:' ZTJ'}`AvS{Y8#>: Lets meet this capsule project shall we? Keep a misting bottle handy in case you want to smooth out an area or if your brush gets a bit dry. However, on the tabletop the paint seemed to go on thinly and you could see brush strokes.
I painted for the first time with chalk paint, and used Behr chalk paint from Home Depot. Ironic, huh, seeing as how Im a blogger who tackles home projects on the regular? Do You Know Your Decorating Style? Any additional use of content on this site must be approved in writing. How much or how little you apply is up to you. Twice. For a chalk paint, this is where Behr fell short for me. Its not my favorite because of the coverage issue, but it was easy to work with, easy to acquire, and I love the price. Get more just like it! Whenever you plan to use Dark Wax, its important to first use a layer of Clear Wax. Ok so I might be a bit of a one-trick pony. Not make your family work for it. Although their original stains were similar, I sanded both sets of legs down to their skivvies and gave them a buttery wax finish. I love it! In addition to the repeat color pallet, I also deployed a favorite for the hardware - these Amazon.com brass whistle knobs have made their appearance here and here - oh yeah and here too. Oh and a simple nod to our first born Thor. I did two experiments, one on raw MDF and one on painted MDF. I gently applied white to the mirror moving quickly back and forth to blend the paint in and not create streaks. All Rights Reserved. For my project, I did two full coats plus a few extra touch-ups on rounded areas where the paint doesnt stick quite as well. I knixed the original concave metal backplate in favor of staining the recessed cavity behind the gold buckle pulls. For comparison purposes, I think Annie Sloan is a bit thick as well, but usually, Im happy using Dixie Belle straight out of the can. I added dark walnut legs with brass sabots (thats fancy furniture talk for brass shoes) to play up this little detail. These babies are ready for a new home and Im ready for a new project - provided Ive figured out how to be a mom and a maker *wink*, Black 3-Drawer Dresser SetNow Available for Sale32W x 18D x 30H$795 for the pair, If you are interested in this piece or a custom order like it, email me at [emailprotected], So let me just start this post by saying this may be my last flip before baby H comes! Its currently a dark sage green and appears to have areas of both white and dark wax. Unbeknownst to me, the delicate window to get these pieces and be on our way without a nuclear meltdown BEGAN TO CLOSE as soon as we pulled up to the rendezvous. Great quality. Behr currently offers chalk paint in 45 different colors on their brochure, but, heres the good news. Sometimes I rather fancy myself a matchmaker of sorts. I was skeptical about the quality of Behr at first only because of the price point, especially since I had paid an arm and a leg for other similar paints in the past, but wound up being happy with the paint quality and the results for my project. For this mirror, I didnt want the Dark Wax to be evenly applied across the mirror, so I have areas that are heavier and some that are lighter. 1) Ive painted highlights over dark wax many times, including my coffee table which gets heavy use. So here he is! He was a little low but made of solid wood with good bones and I knew I really wanted to see it become something special. They are all similar, although Dixie Belle has the best coverage and Rust-Oleum the worst. I'm Kate and Welcome to My Colorful, Family-Friendly Blog, Decorating Ideas DIY Projects Organization Ideas Room Makeover Ideas, Thanks for sharing my content! The interior of the cabinet has a shelf that could easily fit a tabletop record player when not in use. I kept my favorite monochromatic formula of warm terra-cotta, a touch of leather, and some plant life. Both pieces were perfect candidates for a coat of Black Boudoir by Behr - a favorite inky blue/ black shade that plays well with brass hardware and warm wood tones. But really people - I am who I am *insert shoulder shrug emoji here*. Ive even been known to take lonely-heart items in my workshop and fix them up together (remember my light fixture family tree for example?). Sorry I can't offer more advice!
Have you ever used milk paint, especially General Finishes brand, on any project? The dresser had some serious scratching and that nightstand - some water damage (did you see the glaring chunk of missing veneer?). I also wanted the Dark Wax to be brushed in different directions so that the white in the next step would have more grooves to stick into. ~g;`]KI{NQhNRDXm%/YQdt The only place I could salvage ended up being a unique opportunity for a wink of wood. Or your good booze if thats your thing. My last pre-baby flip (unless she comes late and I need to crank something out in hopes of inducing - ha!). This pair. Both had debilitating body damage that made paint inevitable. That means you have up to 1600 colors to choose from!
The Clear Wax allows the Dark Wax to move and spread around. I have two questions for you. So we set out again - this time I made sure that baby had a full belly and a clean diaper first, and that the pieces were grab-and-go ready, and that they would fit safely around my most precious cargo (the baby not the dressers). But here are the main ones youll tend to hear over and over again: Quite a few. Dont forget to blot!!
The next time I do a diy project with chalk paint, I am going to try a different brand of chalk paint. Keep a second clean rag handy in case you put too much paint on your piece and want to wipe some excess away. TapArt is an online marketplace of artists. I cant believe Im saying that - is this really happening?! Please call us at: 1-800-HOME-DEPOT (1-800-466-3337), Please enter in your email address in the following format: you@domain.com.