The great thing about chalk paint is that there isn t a huge learning curve or a lot of prep work.
Chalk paint laminate table.
It s gorgeous but doesn t exactly go on smoothly without a lot of work.
This chalk paint is especially good for the laminate furniture and the lifespan of this paint is higher than the other paints usually people.
Paint a laminate table top step 1.
The 2 best ways to paint laminate furniture method 2.
Chalk paint can be used to paint almost anything walls kitchen cabinets metal wood and even fabric but the most common use is to give new life to old furniture or to make newer pieces look old.
The purpose of sanding is to give the paint primer something to.
I started out by cleaning this shelf with a deglosser.
The very first thing you need to do is wash the table off.
I have painted laminate tables with chalk paint with no problems before but not a kitchen table where it needs to be able to take some abuse.
The café au lait part was painted with a regular eggshell latex with all the steps described in method 1.
You can just dive right in.
Very easy forgiving durable and inexpensive.
Paint a laminate table top step 2.
I recommend this chalk paint for the laminate furniture.
Loves the find says.
I wanted to find an easier way to apply it this time around since i was redoing 2 tables that looked like this a coffee table a bookshelf and an entertainment center.
I loved the idea of using chalk paint i ve used it before to redo an end table for emmie s room.
Use a clean dry towel to dry it completely.
Rust oleum ultra matte interior chalked paint is the one that i have used three times and i m happy with the result and i will personally recommend it the people who ask me for the suggestions.
Tips for painting laminate furniture with chalk paint.
Use a soapy sponge with water to clean all the dirt oil or grime off the table top and base.
I did not prime this shelf first because you aren t supposed to have to do that with chalk paint but what you are.
I was so happy to see how easily you can use chalk paint on laminate.
The paint i used for both the shelf and the antique trunk is americana decor chalky paint in the color everlasting.
This solution worked great and reminded me why i love chalk paint its so much more forgiving.