Home Made Chalk Paint Recipe...it's Not Just Plaster of Paris!

Have you ever looked at a quart of Annie Sloan Chalk Paint and thought, 'I can't afford that!'?! You'd love to try chalk paint...you even have the perfect piece to paint.

Maybe you've been scared off of trying home made chalk paint because you've read reviews about clumping and graininess and a cement-like texture...and ruined furniture!
(see this hutch transformation at http://bit.ly/1vQtnmV)





I was afraid once too! But I persevered because the pricey chalk paint was simply out of reach for my budget.
I've successfully painted nearly 100 pieces of furniture with home made chalk paint. So, what's the secret to getting the best results? Well there is no secret, but there are a few tips to ensure you get premium results!
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I've tweaked my recipe for home made chalk paint over the years, looking for a smoother result...because no one wants lumps! But runny paint is the enemy too!
So here's Tip I've found is that a mixture of Plaster of Paris, combined with powdered Calcium Carbonate has given me the BEST results!
and Tip The other trick is to mix the powder in hot water before adding to your paint. And mix, mix, mix to remove all lumps and dissolve the powder (the hot water helps a lot!)
The result has been fabulous painted pieces....and the money saved on paint means I can buy more furniture ;)
(to see what this hutch looked like before it's shabby makeover, head here http://bit.ly/1ffW7lS)
(see this bed makeover at http://bit.ly/1ffUl46)





I'm happy to share my home made chalk paint recipe with you! Just head over to DIY beautify here http://bit.ly/1HHzh0O.
This post also includes other chalk paint brand reviews so you can make an informed decision if you still wish to purchase ready-made paint.






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