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Chalk Paint – Move Over Annie Sloan

DIY ProjectsFebruary 12, 2018

neutral family room black end tables blue area rugI wasn’t going to write this post. I didn’t think it was anything revolutionary. But the more I thought about it, the more I realized there is something valuable here. If you’ve been reading awhile you know I’m a huge fan of Annie Sloan chalk paint, I really do love it. What I don’t love is the price. Yes, it’s worth it, but I have been keeping my eyes open for products that work as well that are more affordable. And I may have finally found one.

Black chalk paint from DecoArt, as good as Annie Sloan

 

To be fair, I’ve only used this on a small side table. I had painted this side table once before. I did like that paint as well, but I was never happy with the color in this space. I wanted to get it back to black because black looked better overall in the room. I like how it balances my DIY wall art, and contrasts with the wingback chairs* and area rug.

Family Room The Honeycomb Home chalk paint in black

I noticed DecoArt carries chalky-finish paints so I decided to give that a try this time. I didn’t take step by step photos on painting the table, because as I said I didn’t intend to share this. I used a foam brush as I usually do with my chalk paints and for the finishing coat I used a better quality bristle brush.

DecoArt chalk paint in black

 

The color I used is called Carbon. I did not mix this with water as I usually do with my other chalk paint, but I read that if you do it will result in a more distressed finish. I have to say, I was pretty amazed at the finish on this.

close up look at black chalk paint from DecoArt

 

I plan to experiment some more with this paint, I want to see how it looks when you add water and also when sanded down for that distressed finish. I used my Annie Sloan clear wax as the top coat on this because that is what I had on hand, but next time I’ll try the DecoArt brand of waxes with it.

black end tables neutral living room

If you want to see more of this space, check out my Valentine’s Day mantel! I’m sharing this project as part of the Back to Basics series hosted by 2 Bees in a Pod. I had planned to makeover an old armoire that I’ve been meaning to get to, but I didn’t have time for that project just yet.

neutral living room pink accents black side table chalk paint

 Be sure and visit my friends makeovers below, I can’t wait to see what they’ve transformed!
An InLinkz Link-up


 

 

*This post contains affiliate links, you can read my full disclosure here. Thanks to DecoArt for supplying the paint for this project!

DIY Projects
Tagged With: chalk paint, furniture makeovers

Comments

  1. Vicki and Jenn says

    February 12, 2018 at 7:37 am

    Love that color and makeover. We have used this paint on small projects but not on furniture…we’ll need to give it a try! Thanks so much for sharing!

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    • RoxanneK says

      February 12, 2018 at 9:11 am

      Thanks, I really was surprised at how much I liked it!

      Reply
  2. Julie says

    February 12, 2018 at 9:04 am

    Beautiful! and love the simplicity of the table. Admittedly I’ve used Rustoleum canned spray paint when doing pieces (ladderback chairs, night stands, end tables, frames) and have been happy. I would be interested in knowing if I am missing something re not using these other products you mentioned?

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    • RoxanneK says

      February 12, 2018 at 9:12 am

      I think if Rustoleum is working for you then don’t change it! I like to experiment with a variety of paints and chalk paint is just SO easy to use and so durable that I tend to keep going back to it!

      Reply
  3. Lindsay Eidahl says

    February 12, 2018 at 9:28 am

    I am so glad you did write this post. I will definitely have to try this paint now! Thank you for sharing!!

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    • RoxanneK says

      February 12, 2018 at 9:31 am

      Thanks Lindsay!

      Reply
  4. CoCo says

    February 12, 2018 at 10:24 am

    I’ve never even thought about using a foam brush with chalk paint but wow, what a huge difference in the brush strokes. I love the color you chose too it’s perfect with your wall art and those gorgeous chairs too. Can’t wait to see more projects with this product! Hugs, CoCo

    Reply
  5. Amanda says

    February 12, 2018 at 2:19 pm

    I love that velvety finish! It looks gorgeous!

    Reply
  6. Amy @ mylifefromhome says

    February 12, 2018 at 3:04 pm

    I love their color, carbon! I’ve used it before for small projects. I will definitely have to try it on something larger. This table turned out great!

    Reply
  7. Ellen says

    February 12, 2018 at 8:47 pm

    Where did you buy this product? I live in a small town so I have to drive about 45 miles to hobby lobby let me know thanks the table is really cute

    Reply
    • RoxanneK says

      February 13, 2018 at 6:00 pm

      Thanks Ellen, I usually get my paint at Michael’s. You can also find it on Amazon: http://amzn.to/2BpmG7j.

      Reply
  8. Ruthdiana says

    February 14, 2018 at 6:56 am

    Furniture looks gorgeous Roxanne! I also wanna paint guest room side table. Great color choice!

    Reply
  9. nancy says

    February 16, 2018 at 3:42 pm

    I’m a fan of Rustoleum chalk paint as well. And I can have the paint guys add any color to it and just mix it when I get home. But I’m not a fan of AS wax. I prefer several coats of water based poly. Wax is so labor intensive.

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    • RoxanneK says

      February 18, 2018 at 7:42 pm

      Thanks for the tip, I’ll try that water based poly next time!

      Reply
  10. Debrashoppeno5 says

    February 23, 2018 at 12:55 pm

    I haven’t tried this paint but it looks like it has good coverage. The table turned out so nice.

    Reply
  11. Melissa says

    March 5, 2019 at 9:38 pm

    Could you tell me if this paint is a true black? I am going to paint a sideboard and would love it to match my shelf above it which is a true black. I tried a different chalk paint today and it was more of a dark gray. Thank you!!

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    • RoxanneK says

      March 6, 2019 at 9:31 am

      Hi Melissa, yes this is a true black!

      Reply
  12. Jill6886 says

    November 3, 2019 at 3:31 pm

    I just finished usIng this exact paint to do my kitchen cabinet doors and i sealed it with polycrylic. The polycrylic gave it an unbelievable finish and i dont have to apply it ever again!! Great proDucts!!!

    Reply
    • RoxanneK says

      November 3, 2019 at 7:07 pm

      That’s great, thanks for the tip!

      Reply

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