Chalk Paint Over Laminate Table Top

Since a lot of people are interested in this topic i m sharing a post that i originally published september 2014.

Chalk paint over laminate table top.

I said before i wasn t going to use wax. Supplies you need to paint over laminate. It s gorgeous but doesn t exactly go on smoothly without a lot of work. Paint a laminate table top step 1.

The very first thing you need to do is wash the table off. The trick to creating a durable chalk paint finish on a table top is a good top coat. You can also take an electric sander to the piece. The 2 best ways to paint laminate furniture method 2.

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. How long does it take to chalk paint a dining table. 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. I loved the idea of using chalk paint i ve used it before to redo an end table for emmie s room.

I used the same paint that i used on my antique trunk makeover which i shared during last weeks post. I applied one coat and let it dry over night. Use a soapy sponge with water to clean all the dirt oil or grime off the table top and base. I decided to paint them with chalk paint because i was sure it would adhere really well to the laminate.

Laminate table top material list. Begin by sanding the laminate. I used annie sloan s french linen dixie belle with slick stick applied first will also work jolie will work and valspars chalky finish paint will work too. How to paint over laminate furniture the best paints.

I personally take a 150 grit piece of sandpaper and sand the whole top in a circular motion. In my opinion wax does well for sealing chalk paint which is it s sole purpose but not necessarily for repelling water or holding up to high traffic. I definitely recommend applying this clear protective top coat over the chalk paint to ensure it lasts a long time. At over 26 000 views one of my most watched youtube tutorials is on how to paint over laminate with annie sloan chalk paint.

I already had this paint left over from a previous project so i didn t have to cut into my 100 budget for it. How to paint over laminate. To paint a laminate table top first you need to sand the surface. Be sure to use the correct protective gear a mask and safety glasses.

Without interruptions you can easily chalk paint a dining table over the course of 3 4 days or 1 week at most. This solution worked great and reminded me why i love chalk. Your favorite annie sloan chalk paint this is what i used on the desk in the photos.