Not as effortless as brand name chalk paint (ie distressing with dampened cloth).įinish – The finished look is chalky but not quite as smooth as brand name chalk paint. Not as easy as 100% green brand name chalk paint.ĭistressing – Requires sanding. Odour – No odour other than the latex paint it’s mixed with.Ĭlean Up – Cleans up like regular latex. Good coverage after 2 coats but I applied 3. 2-3 minutes to mix it thoroughly into the paint.Īpplication – Grainy look and feel even when mixed thoroughly.Īdhesion & Coverage – Great! No priming or sanding required and great coverage. Time Involved – No time was spent on the purchase because I always have baking soda in my kitchen. whew! Here’s what it looks like after the final sanding/distressing.Īlthough Baking Soda Chalk Paint is listed last on my countdown, it’s perfect if you’re trying to achieve an old weathered, distressed “country” looking piece of furniture.ĭeana at Alchemy Fine Living has a great video showcasing a dresser painted with the Baking Soda Chalk Paint Recipe.īaking Soda Chalk Paint Cost – $1.69 for a box of baking soda which can be used for another 5 single chalk paint recipes + cost of latex paint I was worried it wouldn’t sand down properly, but it turned out just fine…. I could actually see the tiny granulars in the paint as I was applying each coat. When applying this Homemade Chalk Paint, (HMCP) it had a very gritty texture despite a thorough mixing. My least favourite is the baking soda recipe. □ Baking Soda Recipe 2/3 cup Paint 1/3 cup Baking Soda Mix really well I tried four (4) of the most popular Homemade Chalk Paint Recipes and the results surprised me and left me with a hands-down fave! In sharing my experience, I hope it helps you decide which DIY recipe is right for you. If you’re interested in mixing your own chalk paint to save yourself time and money, read on because I discovered a bunch of interesting stuff I wasn’t made aware of on other blogs. After spending $45 and a half day drive on a quart of brand name chalk paint, I was determined to find the BEST Homemade Chalk Paint Recipes for a cost efficient alternative.
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