@scotyfilms
The main reason I use chalk paint is that you can paint over waxed and/or shiny surfaces. You don't have to strip or sand the furniture first. Other than that, i think regular paint works fine.
@DeanneMariaCreates
By using foam rollers you can obtain the professional finish whatever paint you use.
@takeiteasy7062
I tried French chic alfresco chalk paint on my composite plastic internal front porch door. It was dark red and I painted it in Wise old sage. It was scarey for the first 2 coats I thought I would have to buy a new door or just leave home before my husband got back from work!!! If it got a bit dry and draggy I just gently dipped the tip of my brush into a bit of water i had on hand in a pot, this technique was better as i could have more control over the paint and water ratio and it worked like a dream. It turned out fabulous and the colour is beautiful. I let it cure as suggested but it can easily be scratched off when I use keys and turn the handle if I catch it with my nails. Quick instant results though is what I wanted and I got it. I also did my wooden gate with exactly the same tub of paint it only took a short time and its great no problems. I then bought an expensive wall paint, same brand, what an absolute nightmare never again. Even watered down it was really hard to use with a roller or brush. Finish wasnt great. But that's just me. I do like chalk paint for instant results though and I can change up furniture colours within hours. I'll stick with regular emulsion for now for my walls.
@lisac7191
Long before I ever heard of chalk paint & didn't no what I was doing, I painted a chest of draws with white emulsion (latex paint) distressed it to shabby chic. I never even varnished it yet it lasted years.
@janedoe805
Oh my goodness, I never knew I could learn so many new things by watching YouTube. I just subscribed to your Channel and I appreciate you demonstrating the difference between latex and chalk paints. I’m planning on painting the wooden cabinet underneath my bathroom sink and I didn’t know which type of paint to use, but now I do! ♥️👍🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
@lblueyedbabe
Am I crazy lol I think the left side actually looks better....
@LivingAlabamaBeachCommunities
Thank you for doing this video. Very helpful!
@willow1734
Thanks for sharing your personal experience. However, Chalk paint is only more durable IF it's sealed w/wax which is labor intensive & expensive. Annie Sloan's YouTube channel she explains all about her Chalk paints, how they work, the waxing process etc.
@glenbutler9611
Kudos to you for your trial and error approach.. many companies pitching product sponsorships are slowly replacing community information sharing forums.😥
@mindakahn9964
Good tutorial. I stopped using chalk and milk paint years ago. Too unreliable. Latex is cheaper even the best. A tester pot of Farrow and Ball will do a piece of furniture and you can still wax and dust it.
@pruzzilla3771
When I see distressed furniture, I always think... why don't they paint that???? Has anyone tried mixing Flo in the chalk paint to help eliminate brush strokes? I'm going to do that this weekend on a few bathroom cabinets.
@ValarieEdwards
I appreciate the side by side. Usually these versus videos omit vital information. Thanks!
@jdogg661420
they look the same except the fact stated the texture. people dont want to see brush marks in their high money woodwork. also the latex would be better also if wanted to do a new paint then sand it to make it look used also. easier to sand by hand ect. but truthfully this paint trend is in which i think is lame because you hide the natural wood underneath and with stains you can have a lot better looking piece of furniture then a painted one. unless you are going for a antique old look then the paint would be the better option. but a nice stained piece of furniture will outclass the painted furniture almost always. to me paint is the cheap way to make old cabinets or furniture look better with a lot less work then stripping the old finish and doing it right and bringing out the real wood again.
@TreadTalk247
Cool chair, love the color combo! I’m so glad I found your video, we have a 1927 Buick w mohair interior that’s original and very bleached out. The mohair used to be a dark navy blue and while I plan on replacing the interior at some point, for now I’d like to spray dye the mohair just as you did here in the chair! Watching your video has given me the confidence to give it a go this fall!
@PCHPatti
Well done. Answered my questions about the two paints.
@yolandagofigure
.. for me I'm more concerned about durability especially the top part.. I use melamine paint.. adding talc .. do you have it you're welcome. ❤️❤️
@dianevitale1214
Several yrs ago, I painted two pieces of furniture in my bedroom, prepping well, using Valspar water base paint. Had asked someone in the paint dept of Lowes first which paint would give a durable finish. When all finished and completely dry.. quickly each time I opened and closed a drawer there was chipping at edges. Went back and asked the same guy if I should have used some type of top coat. He nixed that thought. Well, I lived with the flaws, however sometime in the near furniture there should be several pieces including kitchen cabinets to paint. I'd rather not have to wax as read once should with a chalk paint. It's important in the upcoming small house renovation to have a good look and durable. ???
@MultiScrappydo
The thing that chalk paint is touted for is coverage. You could’ve taken a dark finish and showed coats of what it looked like to cover it.
@FromMaddi2You
I’ve only been doing this about a year. 3 pieces so far. 2 dressers and a small drop leaf table. I’ve always used regular paint, just paint samples from Lowe’s. I recently tried chalk paint on a piece for my grandma & I just don’t like the feel of it when I’m putting it on. Maybe when this current piece is finished, I’ll like it more, but for now, I’m all for the struggle with regular paint. It’s what I’m used to
@shannasalvatore2631