Beginners Guide on How to Use Chalk Paint, Distress & Wax to Paint Furniture & Cabinets

Watch as Rachelle from Originally Worn teaches you the basics of painting furniture! She’ll go over prep, painting with chalk paint, distressing, clear wax, and dark wax. If you’re a beginner furniture painter this video is a must see! If you’ve been painting furniture for years, check it out anyway, you never know what kind of tricks you may learn!
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[@dkhellams7903]

You are a great instructor. Your information is presented clearly. Thank you.

[@OriginallyWorn]

Thank you so very much ❤️❤️

[@adaywithmeathome]

I love this...I've actually been wanting to redo my old dinning table😅😅😅. I love the fact that you're clearly spoken,thank you for this💕

[@OriginallyWorn]

Glad to help! Thank you!

[@melindajohnson8586]

Great video!! I have watched many and this was by far the best. Thank you!!

[@OriginallyWorn]

Thank you very much!!

[@kathleenbrown6734]

You are very good at instructing. You have been helping me on another video and I thought I would watch this again.

[@OriginallyWorn]

Yes :) this same process can be applied to cabinets too.

[@shannonhall4703]

I feel confident now! I enjoyed watching Thank you

[@OriginallyWorn]

Thank you! So happy to know it helped you :)

[@mreinstein48]

Your tutorial and explanation are clear and wonderful! Thank you!!

[@OriginallyWorn]

Thank you!

[@kasialeparska2480]

Excellent beginner instructions! Beautiful job on that little table 💙 Thank you for sharing🥰❣️❣️❣️

[@OriginallyWorn]

Thank you ❤️

[@spinynorman8217]

Excellent, with the rationale behind the wet distressing. Thank you!!!

[@OriginallyWorn]

Glad you liked it! Thank you!

[@teaberrywmn]

Hi Rachelle - You have a doppelganger out there, my good friend Michelle. However, that's only part of the reason I love your channel. I've gotten really nice results on my first attempt at chalk painting. Thanks for you such a great tutorial.

[@OriginallyWorn]

Hey! And we have close names, crazy!! So glad I could help with your painting! Thanks so much!

[@marjoriewilliams5702]

I thank you so much and yes you helped me too know what to do now! Also I appreciate how prompt you were commenting one! Have a blessed day!

[@marjoriewilliams5702]

Commenting to me

[@OriginallyWorn]

No problem at all! Best of luck with your project ❤️

[@jessicajones6032]

This was very helpful thank you

[@OriginallyWorn]

Glad it helped ❤️❤️❤️

[@carolanderson5535]

Great beginner video! Thank you!

[@OriginallyWorn]

Thank you ❤️❤️

[@lsvideo73]

Love this whole video beginning to end. I did fall into some of the pitfalls bit now I feel better prepared.

[@OriginallyWorn]

Thank you! You can do it ❤️❤️❤️

[@jackievest7540]

love this video!

[@OriginallyWorn]

Thank you!

[@florencebrigden1581]

The best explanation ever...thankyou so much.

[@OriginallyWorn]

Thank you!

[@vintique7976]

You are a wonderful teacher, thank you!

[@OriginallyWorn]

Thank you ❤️

[@caroleloft6639]

I loved your video...straight forward and easy to follow..thank you ..I think I may be ready to finally start a project. I really love your apron too..very cute.

[@hannahgallagher2289]

Excellent tutorial!

[@OriginallyWorn]

Thank you! 😊

[@JB-ul9vh]

Loved you video. It was more informative than most. I needed the basics. Thanks

[@OriginallyWorn]

Thank you!

[@divinelight8573]

I learned more with this video than watching 10 of others cha. Thanks

[@OriginallyWorn]

Awww thanks so much! Glad to have helped!

[@janetpridenichols6070]

Thank you I am looking to do my cabinets in my bathroom ,this was very helpful.

[@OriginallyWorn]

Glad to help! ❤️

[@nancystankus5546]

Thank you so much! 😍

[@OriginallyWorn]

Hope it helps ❤️❤️❤️

[@janrychel4503]

Excellent video and helpful info. Thank you!

[@OriginallyWorn]

Thank you!

[@dr.lucikidd2208]

Great tutorial! Thanks! Do you recommend distressing before sealing with wax? 😊

[@OriginallyWorn]

Hey! Thank you! Yes I do recommend distressing before waxing. Only because it is easier to do. But you can certainly do it after also.

[@SuperFity21]

Sorry, do you need to clear wax before applying the dark? And, yes best information tutorial I’ve watched. Thank you x

[@OriginallyWorn]

No worries and thank you! We are all new to everything at sometime ❤️ thats kind of a loaded answer. On one hand yes, you need to clear wax before you dark wax. This will allow you to manipulate the dark wax and not change the actual paint color in the process. BUT as in all art maybe you want to change the color. 😜 for example if I paint something a light tan color but I want it to look like a wood tone I may skip the clear wax and go straight to dark wax. This will basically stain the paint the color of wax. This also works the same for other colors of wax. Annie Sloan makes white wax. So if you skip clear wax and put white wax on paint it will lighten/white wash it. I guess all that is to say is that whatever color the first layer of wax is that touches the paint is what color you are going to stain that paint with because wax and chalk paint combine to make one. Hope this helps and I didn’t just complicate the issue more 😜❤️

[@donnierodriguez4442]

Beautiful work!

[@OriginallyWorn]

Thank you!

[@es78xx]

i really enjoyed watching your video. very good information.

[@OriginallyWorn]

Thank you!

[@thecools-boardgamesandceoo8842]

Excellent video!

[@OriginallyWorn]

Thank you!

[@Diane56ful]

Thank you so much. Great explanation! ❤️

[@OriginallyWorn]

Thanks!

[@Shewrites338]

Oh wow you respond quickly I have a got question I just painted my old cherry oak coffee table set I coated double layers the finishing of paint isn’t that clean I’m not happy so what should I do and it’s not fresh I let it dry

[@OriginallyWorn]

Hello! Depending on why you aren’t happy with it, there are a variety of solutions. But I’ll try to cover what most people have issues with. If you don’t like the brush stroke look you could have either watered down the paint while painting or sand with a fine grit sanding sponge after it dried to smooth it out. Sometimes if you are painting a light color over cherry stain, the cherry color can bleed through. If that is the issue, wipe or spray a layer of shellac. Then add another layer of paint. The shellac would seal in the cherry. Not sure what you mean by clean. If it just looks messy you could be using too much paint? It’s best to spread out as much as possible and thin coats are better than thick. Hope that helps some.

[@cris_balm7460]

How long do you wait to start to sand or wipe? How dry is the paint?

[@OriginallyWorn]

You need to wait until the paint is fully dry. 20-40 minutes depending on a variety of factors.

[@marielohnes2921]

When using two colours to distress, do you need one or two coats of the second colour?

[@OriginallyWorn]

Hello! It all depends on what the two colors are, and what look you are looking for. Sometimes you can get away with one, sometimes not.

[@gigireddick3239]

Best tutorial ever!! Thank you so much for educating us so well!! 😊😊🙌🏽👍🏾🙌🏽👍🏾.....I am ready to get started on some projects!!

[@OriginallyWorn]

Awww thank you so much for your kindness! I truly hope it helps you get the best finishes to start ❤️

[@geetanjalimazumdar4342]

Do we need to remove the varnish of the furniture before using chalk paint

[@OriginallyWorn]

Nope. You can if you want but it isn’t required and I do not typically.

[@HA-00]

Well done! Thank you. Just wondering, where did the orange come from? Was that an old paint on there?

[@OriginallyWorn]

Thank you. That is the stained wood that it was distressed to.

[@debbw6306]

So glad you posted this video! What about painting laminate furniture? I have 2 cabinets that I would like to paint. Can I just apply the chalk paint directly on them?

[@OriginallyWorn]

Debb W You bet, you can paint laminate in just the same :) works beautifully

[@debbw6306]

@@OriginallyWorn thank you so much. I'll let you know how it turns out. One is black and one is white. I want them both to be white.

[@OriginallyWorn]

Debb W it will take a few more coats on the black one, but it is totally doable :) don’t be scared if you first coat looks super thin. It usually does on laminate.

[@ocdchicki]

How do you find a local store that sells Annie Sloan chalk paint?

[@OriginallyWorn]

Search here www.anniesloan.com/stockists/ :)

[@mariaveronicasonzini9788]

Great tutorial! thanks for all the great tips! hope Annie Sloan is paying you because I was going to go with a different brand and now just orderer Annie's. LOL.

[@OriginallyWorn]

Heheh thank you ;) they are not but I used to sell it in my store (store is closed now) but I have used and loved it since 2015! You won’t be disappointed!

[@tomfitz-tm6tz]

I might try this with shoe polish and see what happens...I like to experiment !!

[@OriginallyWorn]

Have fun! Experimenting is what creating is all about :)

[@aparajitadeshpande6694]

If I want to give stencil design then what medium should I use.

[@OriginallyWorn]

I would still use Annie Sloan paint. If you want to make it raised significantly you can add a variety of mediums to the paint to do that. I like salt wash. Or I used a wood filler before I paint for a raised design.

[@halow7601]

Hey, what grit is your block, medium?

[@OriginallyWorn]

I usually use a fine on unwaxed chalk paint or 220-320 grit

[@mariegozzo5967]

Hello. Im new to this. I have some furniture i painter with regular latex paint. If i wanted to antique it or gove it a new look, what might you suggest?( i wanted to include a picture but i didnt know how 😕

[@OriginallyWorn]

I would suggest a water based glaze. Not wax, as it will not have anything to soak into. Then topcoat your glaze with an appropriate water based top coat.

[@cutflower36]

Thanks for this info, does the brushes leave brush stroke? I'm new to this, trying to learn

[@OriginallyWorn]

You’re welcome! If you use less paint it does not, if you slap the paint on thick it will.

[@cutflower36]

@@OriginallyWorn thank you for replying

[@kimberleysmith5456]

Can you wax then lacquer on top of the wax?

[@OriginallyWorn]

No. Wax is always last

[@suzyweichers9653]

I am redoing my kitchen cabinet and want to put the dark wax to the corners I distress to darken that area a little more... and to an area that that goes around the edge of my kitchen cabinets that is like engraved somewhat, I want to highlight that area... Do you have a tutorial that I can watch before I attempt this... Also with these being kitchen cabinets is it better use something other then wax to seal it...

[@OriginallyWorn]

Hello. You could watch these two tutorials I’ll post below. None talk about just that specific situation but about dark wax on cabinets in general. Wax is a great sealer and is what I tend to use but Annie Sloan also has a lacquer that you can use instead.

[@OriginallyWorn]

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[@OriginallyWorn]

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[@chrischakonas6253]

Can you list all the products please

[@OriginallyWorn]

In general the supplies you will need to get started with Annie Sloan chalk paint are: -Annie Sloan chalk Paint -paint brush (I like the round bristle Annie Sloan ones) -Annie Sloan clear wax -Annie Sloan wax brush (I like the “small” one) -Annie Sloan dark wax (if you want antiquing) -blue shop towels -fine grit sanding sponges (possibly) My best advise would be to stop at an Annie Sloan store for the first time if possible :) also because most of them are fabulous hand picked stores too! Hope this helps!

[@feyzaanil6787]

Is clear wax protect serving table surface from water ?

[@OriginallyWorn]

It does. But it is not waterproof.

[@feyzaanil6787]

@@OriginallyWorn what can I do for protect furniture from water

[@OriginallyWorn]

@@feyzaanil6787 wax is a great protectant even if it’s not a 100% waterproof. Not many finishes are. If you want 100% you will have to epoxy or use spar urethane

[@feyzaanil6787]

@@OriginallyWorn thank you

[@stacysfarmhouselife5845]

Can you put a clear coat over the wax?

[@OriginallyWorn]

No you can not. Wax is always last ;)

[@stacysfarmhouselife5845]

Originally Worn how long does the wax last and does it hold up to water?

[@OriginallyWorn]

@@stacysfarmhouselife5845 it lasts as long as any other topcoat would, and water beads up off of it. But the best thing about wax is if something does happen to the finish instead of having to completely redo it you can touch it up with some paint and some more wax and you never know the scratch was there.

[@october8062]

Dose beeswax work?

[@OriginallyWorn]

I have heard of people using a form of it. Annie Sloan wax has beeswax in it, along with other brands are mostly beeswax but I’m not a 100% sure on a 100% beeswax. But you could certainly give it a try 😬🤷‍♀️

[@KimberlyRose-rb7hk]

What about bleed through? You didn't prime/prep your piece.

[@OriginallyWorn]

Annie Sloan paint (and other chalk paints) do not require primer or traditional prep. That’s what makes them so special. And why you seal them at the end. I have been using them for years on so many different types of surfaces and it works perfect! As for bleed through, on the occasion that it does happen you can wipe a layer of shellac over it and paint again once dry.

[@donnahubbard9085]

So you don't wax between coats

[@OriginallyWorn]

No, you do not wax between coats of paint.

[@barbaracronin4164]

What is a European topcoat?

[@OriginallyWorn]

I consider a soft wax more European then say poly acrylic is. I could certainly be wrong though 🤣

[@thecools-boardgamesandceoo8842]

I’m sure Annie Sloan is one of her sponsors.

[@OriginallyWorn]

Hey. She’s actually not, but I had a storefront where I sold Annie Sloan paint because it is/was my favorite. I was a stockist.

[@SB-kz7bq]

Tu ne ponces pas avant de peindre???

[@OriginallyWorn]

With Annie Sloan, you do not need to. You can if you want though

[@SB-kz7bq]

@@OriginallyWorn j'habite en France ,je peux trouver cette marque ici?

[@OriginallyWorn]

@@SB-kz7bq Yes, you should be able to. Search for a location near you at www.anniesloan.com

[@SB-kz7bq]

@@OriginallyWorn merci beaucoup pour ta reponse.

[@OriginallyWorn]

@@SB-kz7bq no problem!

[@BrooklynHudson]

Very thorough video. Thank you! I wish everyone made videos this thorough and efficient.

[@OriginallyWorn]

Thank you so very much ❤️❤️

[@amymyers7713]

You are absolutely adorable. Beautiful. Tutorial was simple, professional and easy to understand. I can watch you everyday.

[@OriginallyWorn]

Awwww you just made my week!! Thank you so very much ❤️❤️❤️

[@pln8503]

Rachelle This has got to be one of best shown, and explained tutorials that I've seen. Thank you so much, and thanks for the extra info on the brushes. And I love your hair.

[@OriginallyWorn]

Awww you made my day! Thank you! I am happy to help ❤️

[@paulinatomczak8874]

Inspired...I will redo my hutch just in this style. Thank you for your precise instructions. Now, don't feel fearful but excited!!😍

[@OriginallyWorn]

Aww thank you so much! I’m so happy that I was able to help you! It really is amazing how furniture can transform with some paint!

[@judyross9060]

You are a great teacher! Thank you. You are thorough, logical, and very clear. Thank you!

[@OriginallyWorn]

That’s wonderful! So glad you liked this! Thank you ❤️❤️❤️

[@mycountrycondo]

Thank you for making this video! I am new to chalk painting, I am getting ready to start my first piece. Your video was very helpful!

[@OriginallyWorn]

Wonderful! I am so happy to help :) ❤️

[@canolli9602]

I’m going to be painting distressing and antiquing a French provincial dining table , my first attempt, and your tutorial was a great source of information. You’ve explained the steps so clear now I know exactly what to do….I think lol

[@OriginallyWorn]

Thank you! You got this!!!! Have fun with it ❤️

[@katalintorok2538]

Excellent description. It's the first time I really get the distressing technique. Other tutorials don't have enough info. Thanks!!!!

[@OriginallyWorn]

Thank you so very much! I am so glad that this video was able to help you ❤️

[@yeseniahernandez9268]

I am so glad I found your video!!! This is precisely what I was looking for. Thank you for the step-by-step instruction. I will be starting on my antique gossip bench and didn't know where to start. You made a new follower out of me.

[@OriginallyWorn]

Aww thank you so much for your kindness! I’m very happy I was able to help! Enjoy the process and I hope you love transforming pieces!

[@Shewrites338]

Oh my I need that thank goodness

[@OriginallyWorn]

You are very welcome! Glad to help! ❤️

[@lindalary7760]

Love this

[@OriginallyWorn]

Thank you ❤️❤️❤️

[@caspersees6257]

Thoroughly enjoyed your video. I learned a lot of important tips and techniques, thank God you love to add the 'adds', sometimes those are the best dollops of wise advice. I will be checking out the rest of your videos so I can step up my 'paint-game'. Have a beautiful day, my friend. Oh, and a lot of the comments were informative too, as were the questions presented to you.

[@OriginallyWorn]

Thank you so very much for your thoughtfulness and kindness! I am glad you liked the video ❤️❤️❤️

[@afshanahmed8762]

What a wonderful video. You explained everything so well. Loved it. You earned yourself a new subscriber!!

[@OriginallyWorn]

Wonderful! Hope I helped you and thanks for being here with me ❤️

[@destin1379]

Great video and very helpful! Thanks 😊

[@OriginallyWorn]

DogwoodBranchDesigns glad you help! Thanks!

[@lynndopson1821]

What a wonderful tutorial! Your instructions are clear and your manner, friendly. This is my first time painting furniture with chalk paint and it's a little intimidating. I feel more confident now, thank you! (I'll try not to goob it up! 😆)

[@OriginallyWorn]

Awwww thank you so much for your sweetness! I am sure you will do great! And you can find me on Facebook if you have specific questions :)

[@lisakeller442]

Thank you SO MUCH!!! This gives me great confidence in trying to repurpose furniture with chalk paint . Looking forward to watching and learning from your videos and following you on Facebook and Instagram 😊

[@OriginallyWorn]

Thank you! I’m so glad that I was able to help! You can do it!

[@gaelhillyardcreative]

Your videos are excellent and really informative. And you seem such a lovely person too! Thank you for posting and hi from the Scottish Highlands :)

[@OriginallyWorn]

Hello!!! Thank you so much for your kindness ❤️❤️❤️ glad you liked it!

[@tinaleiner696]

If I decide to add more paint after I have waxed a project, do I need to wipe the wax off or just paint over it?

[@OriginallyWorn]

Technically you can paint over Annie Sloan wax with Annie Sloan paint. (Not all brands you can do that with) how well it sticks and to what degree you are painting over it varies your results. If you are touching up a spot, slap the paint on there, let dry and wax the new paint area. If you are repainting with a solid coat and your wax has been cured for a long time, slap it on and go, then rewax. If you just waxed recently, and it’s thick, you can take mineral spirits and try to get the excess wax off before painting (you can do this at anytime, but works really well when it’s not cured) then repaint and rewax. Hope that answer helps. I know there are lots of variables in that answer, sorry! 😬❤️

[@donnabarber9754]

I love the way you explain , you do a great job of it , I can’t understand the videos that just has music , thanks

[@OriginallyWorn]

Thank you! Glad to be able to help ❤️❤️❤️

[@russellduke4469]

Thank you so much for easily understood instructions. I was considering your technique for a makeup dresser. Is wax finish still ok for top surface, due to some makeup cleaners?

[@OriginallyWorn]

Hello! You certainly could. It has held up fine on all my surfaces But for more heavily cleaned surfaces I recommend Annie Sloan Lacquer instead of wax.

[@kimboden200]

I have watched about 50 videos or more on chalk paint and waxing. And your video by far is the very best one I have ever seen. Thank you so so much !!!!!!

[@OriginallyWorn]

Oh my! Thank you so very much for the stellar compliment ❤️ you have made my day!!

[@kimboden200]

Your welcome 😊

[@pamalawaygraham7859]

Hey Beautiful! I just purchased a Marsh Hoosier Cabinet. It's in decent condition but needs to be prepped and painted ... HOPEFULLY in chalk paint. Would love to see you highlight a hoosier project! Thanks for you/your tutorials!

[@OriginallyWorn]

Hello! Thank you for your kind words! Chalk paint is perfect for that type of project! I will put it on my list and I am sure you will do great! For instant inspiration I would suggest checking on Pinterest. I have tons of boards but you may possibly find some inspiration in this one ❤️ pin.it/62z8S3ynr

[@Linda-y4v7n]

I learned so so much from your videos . I did a marathon of your videos thank you

[@OriginallyWorn]

Thank you! So happy that I could help spread some info ❤️

[@marjoriewilliams5702]

I have a coffee table thst i used blue chalk paint. I used lacquer to seal the paint but soon a yellow color started coming through. It may have had an oil based paint originally. Now I want to use another color on my table. Should I use a stain blocker before I paint on the new color to take care of the yellow that previously came through the blue color that I first painted it with? What kind of stain blocker would you suggest? Thank you so much!

[@OriginallyWorn]

Hello! That does sound exactly like the tannins or stains coming through. Sometimes lacquer itself can pull them through the paint. Although the layer of lacquer may stop it from happening again. So you may be fine to paint again or you could put a layer of shellac on or a layer of stain blocking primer. I like kilz or bulls eye 123. Hope that helps :)

[@melissatownsend5981]

Thank you for removing the drawer & hardware before painting it! I see so many videos where they just paint over it and that's just cheap & lazy to me. If someone wanted to change the painted over hardware, it would have to be the exact same size or larger - my OCD just won't allow it, LOL!

[@OriginallyWorn]

🤣 yep! I agreed with you! Plus changing out hardware is one of the best ways to change the look of something, so why make that harder on yourself :) glad you liked it ❤️

[@kmir724]

Hi dear gr8 job ur precious instructeur.dear I want ask 1 thing that chalk paint never removes?because when you wipe the table that the tables color was removed please dear rply me. Love from Pakistan ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@OriginallyWorn]

Hello! Thank you for your kind words! Once you put the wax on the paint, and then the wax cures, it creates a solid, wipeable finish.

[@normagutierrez2687]

Why did i get fingerprint marks on my chairs even though I used clear wax and how do I get rid of them?

[@OriginallyWorn]

There could be a variety of reasons. You may have too much wax/too thick of a layer. You can take wax off by taking mineral spirits and a rag and wiping with it. That will help you get back to the paint layer (but won’t damage the paint) and you can re-wax if needed with a thinner layer. Other possible situation is that the wax simply isn’t cured yet. Depending on temps, how thick it is and what color it is waxed over it could easily take a month to cure. Whether it is because of time or thickness once wax is cured it really doesn’t typically show finger prints (worse on dark colors though). Hope this helps ❤️

[@bonbons0220]

Lovely. This video is great for hearing impaired and deaf crafters. She speaks perfectly for lip readers. That plus auto gen subtitles should be enough for most. One in eight people is hard of hearing. Would be great if KZbin added tags for "good for hearing impaired."

[@OriginallyWorn]

Hey! Good to know! Thank you!

[@Aislynn775]

Rochelle, never done it. Should i use 1 2 3 primer. Couldnt afford anything but Behr chalk paint.

[@OriginallyWorn]

Hello. I am sorry, I haven’t used that one, so I don’t have a for sure answer for you. At least I would be sure to clean it well and give it a good scuff sand before painting.

[@puppetmaster1712]

I'm a professional painter by trade and I paint lots of wood cabinets, I notice you didn't prime the wood first. Why? Is chalk paint that durable that you don't need primer? TIA.

[@OriginallyWorn]

Yes, chalk paint is meant to not have primer used with it. That’s kinda it’s whole appeal ;) I know it’s a hard thing to get used to, trust me, I used to have the same doubts but I have had such amazing results with this stuff for 8 years. On that note though, I only use good quality stuff like Annie Sloan.

[@OriginallyWorn]

And I have painted many kitchens with Annie Sloan Chalk Paint and with specialty cabinet paint. Never had a complaint with either product. You may check into a new line of paint from Annie Sloan that just came out last month that still doesn’t need primer (does need scuff sanding) and is self leveling with no top coat. It’s is specifically made for cabinets and trim. I need to get my hands on some :)

[@7flakes]

I made the mistake of using dark wax with no clear wax. It’s too dark, do I have to sand it before repainting it? Do I need to let the wax completely cure first?

[@OriginallyWorn]

Hello! Don’t worry, we have all done this a time or two in our painting lives! I would suggest to take as much wax off as possible with mineral spirits, then paint over. You do not need to let it cure first.

[@livingthesuburbanlife2979]

Thanks so much!!! Your video very helpful!!!

[@OriginallyWorn]

You are very welcome! Happy to help ❤️❤️

[@elvadrum4965]

I’ve painted and waxed a chair and now I don’t like the color. How do I go over the chair to get the wax off and re-paint it? Ty.

[@OriginallyWorn]

You can paint Annie Sloan paint over Annie Sloan wax. I like to try to take off as much of the wax as possible, or let it cure for a couple weeks. If you would like to take off any excess wax, use mineral spirits and wipe it off. Then paint.

[@lharrill7229]

Can the dark wax be used on a very simple midcentury modern square cabinet to make the finish look shabby chic? And would that be weird? 😊

[@OriginallyWorn]

Hey! It certainly, technically can. And I have done it. But it isn’t my favorite look. All depends on what you want in the end. It’s yours, do what makes you happy 😘😘❤️❤️

[@joycebruce5090]

Loved your instructions on how to use Chalk paint & wax 👍 When doing a project how do you know how much chalk paint to buy ?

[@OriginallyWorn]

Hey! Thank you so much! A liter of Annie Sloan chalk paint covers approximately 150 sq ft or 2-3 medium dressers. This stuff does go pretty far!

[@dgeorge]

Thanks for the idea Nice if you like distressed I don’t so I will skip all that especially spending the money on paint and waxes and everything I like a more perfect look

[@OriginallyWorn]

We have videos to achieve a super smooth finish look also with this paint. Truly you can customize to whatever look makes you happy :)

[@pondvideo]

How would you achieve a look that shows barely coated wood overall and paint accented heavier along trim pieces. Wish I could send a photo.

[@OriginallyWorn]

It’s hard to know exactly, but when I am guessing you mean is a try of paint washed look? If so you water the paint down in the thinner areas. Although it is best to sand those areas down some to have the paint soak into something. Sorry if that’s not what you mean 😬

[@MilaShull]

How do I make my Sloan chalk painted furniture “SHINY” or Glossy ?

[@OriginallyWorn]

I would suggest to use the gloss lacquer topcoat instead of wax then. You can buff wax to a shine also, but it is best to be a soft matte look in my opinion.

[@femalephobia]

Excellent tutorial 🤗 Thank you so much!

[@OriginallyWorn]

Thank you ❤️

[@JennyB957]

I am wanting to paint some 70s wood look slick finish paneling . Don't know if it can be done or not . Thanks

[@OriginallyWorn]

Hello! Yes, you can paint slick surfaces with chalk paint! Are you talking wall paneling? Or a slick item on furniture?

[@jenp8885]

How would do you day to day dusting/cleaning on the finished product once the wax has dried?

[@OriginallyWorn]

I typically just do soap and water where needed. Or dust with a dry lint rag. I also have seen a variety of natural products work great, like thieves cleaning spray. Mostly I would just stay away from pledge. It has been know to break down the wax after prolonged use.

[@mariajurado8580]

can we just skip the waxing? thans for your beautiful video

[@OriginallyWorn]

Hello! You will need some sort of topcoat, whether that is wax, poly, lacquer, etc, that is up to you. I like wax best. I think it is easiest.

[@kimford5845]

What grade of sander should I use to remove chalk paint?

[@OriginallyWorn]

That depends is you waxed it yet or not and if you are trying to remove it fully or distress it. I would try to remove as much wax as possible first with mineral spirits, and then start sanding with a medium grit, possibly 220.

[@wendysalter]

You're great! Thanks! I'm def going to have a go...

[@OriginallyWorn]

Avia Salter thank you! you will do great ❤️❤️❤️ have fun!

[@Shewrites338]

By the way it’s a cottage-paint from Canada

[@OriginallyWorn]

Annie Sloan? It is from Oxford… in England.

[@redesignwitheleanorfurnitu8576]

Hi I invested in a annie round paint brush and round wax brush but I find them very heavy and bulky do I just need to persivear to get used to them as there just sat in a draw now

[@OriginallyWorn]

Cheryl Leadwood sorry you hear that. Not sure, I have always loved mine 😬🤷‍♀️