Dixie Belle Silk VS Fusion mineral paint - which one is best

Dixie Belle VS Fusion, its the age old question ... especially since Dixie Belle have brought out their Silk all in one brand, which is very similar to Fusion. So, here I'm giving a direct comparison of the two. I'm looking at coverage, application and finish.
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[@pamelamccormick3915]

If a thin coat of petroleum jelly is spread on the threads of the jar, the lid will never stick.

[@bethwishitwereviolet5938]

Thank you! I’ve been interested in both Fushion and DB Silk. This is very helpful and informative. Love hearing the birds in the background. 💕

[@CraftedbyMonnowLane]

Aww thanks so much. Glad it was helpful. The rainbow lorikeets are so gorgeous to listen to huh?! :)

[@bethwishitwereviolet5938]

@@CraftedbyMonnowLane Yes they are!

[@annekabrimhall1059]

Have you done Dixie Belle versus the common paints like rustoleum? I’d like to see that.

[@Risingphoenixx66]

Thanks, i like to paint a lot of my furniture black and i,ve learned my lesson, i,ll never use regular chalkpaint in black. I had high expectations of the Annie Sloan but waxing, even with black wax always gave a blotchy result on flat surfaces Painting with Fusion was so easy and quick, but i always wax for a bit of shine, it,s indeed mat. The DixieBelle is very expensive here in The Netherlands, but seeing your video i might choose for it next time, a mire satin finish is for me also nicer.What i also did was mixing chalkpaint with a waterbased poly and that worked perfect, When i would mix in primer i would have my one all in one paint but...the selfleveling from the DB is great. There,s a lady from the you tube channel black Sheep furniture, she makes her own recepi, it,s equal parts Bin primer, housepaint, polyurethane,and a few scoops of chalk ( calciumcarbonate) which she buys on amazon Works great for her, lots to experience if you like . Bye✌️👍

[@sarahbull770]

I've just watched this again 2 years later - and still really helpful information! Much appreciated 👍👍

[@farmhousechronicles9586]

Nice! Thanks for doing this. We're finally getting DB silk in the United States in a few weeks. Can't wait! 😍

[@CraftedbyMonnowLane]

You're welcome! Fusion Ash arrived yesterday so I'll do another video soon :)

[@kathyl5610]

I useFusion Mineral Paint quite a lot and I do blend. As long as you have your trusty mister and a wide flat dry brush, no problems. It blends beautifully!

[@CraftedbyMonnowLane]

Good to know, thanks :)

[@givepeaceachance94]

Very informative - thank you! I would love to see you do this comparison with DB and Fusion darker colors like navy blue, black, and gray. I have a hard time with avoiding brush marks and leaving "chalky" finger marks on my pieces after the paint dries when using darker colors. Thanks!

[@CraftedbyMonnowLane]

Yes those colours are tough for finger marks ... Fusion coal black is one of the worst I think. I have Fusion Ash and DB Bank sands which I can compare. Don't have any others at this point but when I do I'll compare for sure :)

[@mdtelevision]

Me too. I would like to see a comparison of Fusion Coal Black with DB Silk Black Anchor (if that is their true black). I had so much trouble with black chalk paint and midway switched to fusion coal black it was way better but I feel like my results could have been better. It also dried too fast and Im not sure if I should buy their extender. Please post a comparison!!

[@OwlingDogDesign]

Gee, that was so interesting and useful! I use all different paints and I notice that each 'color' actually lays differently and has different coverage. It's very helpful, thank you.

[@CraftedbyMonnowLane]

I know right? Its easy to get complacement and just stick with the paints you know and use all the time ... actually, thanks for commenting on this. You've reminded me that I want to try more paints in the New Year. I'm going to go and place an order right now! Do you have any favourites that I should try?

[@juliewohlfarth9627]

Thanks for the comparison! I've only used Fusion so far and have been a little frustrated with the brush strokes but plan on using a mister of water with next job. Looking forward to trying Dixie bell silk!!

[@CraftedbyMonnowLane]

You're very welcome Julie 😘

[@collef1136]

Thank you for your talents and time 😘❤️🙏🏻🇨🇦

[@nangel270]

Really helpful. I used Fusion and didn't care for the rough texture and brush marks but thought all brands might be like that. Love tgat you've shared this. Thank you.

[@CraftedbyMonnowLane]

Very welcome 😘

[@lisawagner6076]

Thank you so much for your honest comparision of these 2 brands. I loved this video.

[@CraftedbyMonnowLane]

You're very welcome Lisa. Glad you found it helpful:)

[@larrylane7709]

Just wanted to mention that Fusion is also self-leveling!

[@tpmcneill910]

Thanks for doing this!! I am just starting out and this was very good learning

[@CraftedbyMonnowLane]

You're very welcome! Glad it was helpful :)

[@traceyb4951]

Thank you so much you just answered my question 🙋🏻‍♀️ I’m looking at becoming a retailer for Silk mineral paint and was wondering why it is more expensive than fusion and now I know ❤️

[@CraftedbyMonnowLane]

Very welcome. It's actually cheaper than Fusion now though I think? It is in AU anyway. I LOVE silk! :)

[@shannonsmith8585]

Thank you so much for honest comparison and feedback

[@CraftedbyMonnowLane]

Very welcome! Glad it was helpful :)

[@Milkychocolate721]

Thanks for the comparisons!! I was debating between palmetto and pressed fern and this has made my choice that much easier. Many blessings to you!

[@CraftedbyMonnowLane]

Very welcome. I'm a big lover of Pressed Fern!!

[@Milkychocolate721]

Dixie Bell now has (what looks like) a silk all in one that may be comparable to fusion’s pressed fern. I may buy both just to see the comparison! You’ve inspired me. Thanks again.

[@cherylvardy4073]

Thanks for these paint comparison, really helpful. Emailed Lingocolor today for a reminder to be sent when the Chalk Paint Olive Color comes in, can't wait to try it and have the perfect piece of furniture that I very nearly threw away. When they contact me I'll put your tutorials down as a reference as would never have known about these new colours and products. I am living in Canberra at the moment & they are just not "into" this style at all. Can't begin to explain the road kill I see here. I rent a granny flat so have no place to do furniture painting but am in the process of packing and hopefully moving interstate "somewhere" soon. Retired and so ready to get my muscles moving again. Thank you again for your tutorials. So generous with your time and expertise.

[@CraftedbyMonnowLane]

Awww thank you so much!! Olive is just gorgeous, but they do have some other lovely greens too. I'm planning on trying them all 🤣🤣

[@lynpharr]

I much perfer fusion. Never had an issue with it, especially since i don't care for chalk paint it's a great alternative for me.

[@CraftedbyMonnowLane]

The coverage of Fusion Ash is amazing isn't it? :)

[@joanmanzella8740]

This was very helpful! There are so many paints and hard to know which is the best. Thanks!

[@CraftedbyMonnowLane]

You're very welcome. I really like both paints and was actually surprised at the outcome:)

[@ursulajackson640]

Great video👍🏽 I’m a fan of Dixie Belle Chalk but not of the silk range so this was really good to see the different colours being used 👍🏽 I may give it another go

[@CraftedbyMonnowLane]

Thanks lovely x

[@clarechomyn9686]

Thank you for doing this. So much was learned. I'm toying with the idea of becoming a senior flyer. I'd like to start with some pieces I already have just to see how long I would take me to do one piece. Rhese would be practice pieces.. The information taken away from your channel has been very helpful. Thank you so much.

[@CraftedbyMonnowLane]

Thanks so much Clare. You'll speed up as you get more competent and confident 😘

[@TGirl503]

I am really sold on Dixie Belle Silk, but I wish they had more variety in colors like there are in their chalk paints. With that said, they are slowly expanding colors. I watched someone blend Silk, but mine was awful when I tried it. I did a light sand and one coat over it and it covered perfectly- just no blending.

[@bback4078]

This was so helpful! I love spraying Fusion paint, but I hadn't loved it's self leveling when I apply with a brush. My local DB retailer doesn't have Silk yet, but I'm excited to try it!

[@CraftedbyMonnowLane]

Glad you found it helpful. I was actually really surprised at the outcome I have to say :)

[@Julievansickle]

Was really helpful as I am contemplating getting back into refinishing furniture and have been looking at Dixie Belle and Mineral Fusion. Quick question - do you have a preference for gel stains between the two brands, specifically staining oak a darker hue? Thank you.

[@TeelDove777]

Just the content I needed right now... Thanks!

[@CraftedbyMonnowLane]

Very welcome xx

[@jeanunderhill3868]

Great video thank you. Im only just starting yo use mineral paint. Id live a comparison with Pureco too. Thank you. Love your videos. Im in Sydney too.

[@CraftedbyMonnowLane]

Hey Jean! Nice to 'meet' another Sydney sider. I did do a video comparing blacks with Fusion DB and Pureco, but have no idea where it is now!! I'll have to plan a new one :)

[@mazsmithers350]

Awesome . I'd love see you do same with Australian paint .

[@Formerbootlicker]

Is there a specific paint made in Australia? And if so, I wonder how we could get them to sponsor her to give that paint a try 🤗❤️

[@CraftedbyMonnowLane]

I plan to do lots more ... I use lots of Australian brands :)

[@mazsmithers350]

Tagging paint companies on instagram and Facebook draws the companies in to sponsor . Only thing with that is that most want you to exclusively use their paint only. There's lots of Australian paint companies but not sure if they are as on board with sponsoring painters like the Americans are. Can have afilite links you can add to videos to buy their products threw . I think they give you commission of some sorts not sure what that is . I haven't seen any the other paint companies here in Australia that offer that at this point but I'm sure some might jump on board sooner or later with doing so.

[@mazsmithers350]

Other than C&M . Lol part msg was missing brain works faster than my typing 😂😂 more coffee needed . Enjoy your day

[@CraftedbyMonnowLane]

Yeah I'm ok with not being sponsored because I do t want to be tied to one particular brand like you see with lots of other youtubers.

[@kelly-raegraham6571]

That was great! Thanks Rach 👍🏻

[@CraftedbyMonnowLane]

Very welcome lovely xx The results actually surprised me!

[@cottage_by_the_bridge9510]

Hi, I'm just setting up as a furniture uplifter in South Wales UK, I have been using Frenchic Paint so far, it's pretty good but I'm finding most people I follow have been using fusion and dixie Bell, I'm interested to try out. Found your video really helpful. I was totally confused when you said that you were in Sydney, you sound Welsh 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 xx

[@CraftedbyMonnowLane]

Haha! Yup I'm a Welsh Aussie! There is very little difference between these two brands really. I'd just go with the cheapest of the two if you have them both available to you. Fusion Ash (charcoal) has AMAZING coverage.

[@cottage_by_the_bridge9510]

@@CraftedbyMonnowLane Ah thank you, lots of cwtches xx

[@CraftedbyMonnowLane]

Perfect timing! I love a good Cwtch! I'll have to do a video one day showing my fellow Welshies that my girls (Bailey and Harper) understand the word Cwtch! It's hilarious! Sometimes I say it without realising and they run straight to my bed 🤣🤣

[@rosiesaunders3334]

I love fusion mineral and Dixie Belle. However, I realize using the Fusion Bedford no matter how good my paint brushes are I still see lots of brush strokes. 😔 BUT it’s still a beautiful color and I wouldn’t change it. 🙂

[@CraftedbyMonnowLane]

Agreed. My dining table is Fusion Bedford and it's gorgeous

[@debloui]

Really helpful video. Thank you!! I’d love to see a comparison with Pureco (if you haven’t done one yet. I haven’t made my way through all your videos yet 😊)

[@CraftedbyMonnowLane]

Thanks so much Deb 😘

[@Formerbootlicker]

I just love your face. Lol then your voice and.... your work 🤗 I am starting my KZbin channel on flipping furniture in April when I move to Sacramento California. I have two questions: how did you learn to edit your videos? And what should I do in my very first video?

[@CraftedbyMonnowLane]

Oh good luck!!! I only use the free video editor that comes with Windows 10. Just do a furniture flip ... They're really popular!! :)

[@tericrappel4548]

Thank you thank you!!!!

[@CraftedbyMonnowLane]

Very welcome! :)

[@caroljena]

Wish you would tell us the color of the paints and exact brushes she’s using

[@poshupcyclefurnitureflippe704]

Interesting 🤔 thank you 🥰

[@supersport3714]

I watched the whole thing can’t get that time back, which did you think leveled better with a nicer finish? Result unclear

[@minitoes67]

I learned a lot from this ❣

[@CraftedbyMonnowLane]

Thanks Paula 😘

[@7oclockmiracles88]

Great Review! 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@CraftedbyMonnowLane]

Thanks so much!

[@lanapatton8803]

I do not like the splatter I get from fusion due to the fact it is so thin. I love the ash color, doing my bedroom with it. Looking forward to the comparison.

[@CraftedbyMonnowLane]

Yeah I was surprised at how much thinner it was

[@user-mf6wg9wo3y]

You didn't talk about the smell of the paint? Fusion doesnt not have toxic fumes. How about Dixie ?

[@lorikeogan2457]

Great job on the comparison and seeing these products being used, I appreciate it more than anything because I'm about to start to invest in a lot of these pains to start doing many of my own pieces that I've had to wait for 20 years to do because I've been sick... Don't recommend getting sick! My question though is I'd like to see or hear the comparison on the cost for the products? So with the fusion you had the same size in all of them so I'd like to know the cost of that? And then with the silk you had a small pot in one and then a larger pot in the other and I'd like to know the price for the silk in the larger pot you have? When looking at how they went on, the Fusion looks like you'd get a lot More paint and therefore would be more cost-effective because you'd be able to do more pieces with it?? So that's the only other comparison I'd like is to know the comparison of cost for the products?? And then seeing how much paint you get how long that paint's going to last due to what you showed us? But again I thank you for this demonstration and this comparison of these great products 😍 👏👏👏❣️❣️❣️

[@CraftedbyMonnowLane]

The prices differ dependent upon your location, but in Australia, Fusion is $40 per 500ml and Dixie Belle is $41.95 for 473ml.

[@kyrareneeLOA]

I am wondering if you can mix a one of their chalk paints with a mineral pant? What would happen? I am asking because I have all three paints, silk, regular chalk in dixie belle and fusion.. and I do not want to rebuy a color when I can just mix? Thoughts please? Would it be fine? .....if I treat it more like a chalk?

[@melissaphillis7247]

Great comparison video. Have you used "Endless Shore" on anything? Even though it's a whiteish colour?

[@CraftedbyMonnowLane]

I haven't sorry

[@pattydonovan2646]

Thx for your work & efforts on comparing the paints. I would like to see if you can color blend Dixie silk with Fusion mineral and if if can be blended w other Die ie Belle silk?

[@CraftedbyMonnowLane]

Thanks Patty. Both are water based so mixing isn't a problem. Just very mindful that the top coat component will also be mixed so finish will be slightly different than usual. In my experience it's a positive 'different' though.

[@CraftedbyMonnowLane]

You can mixed water based products all day long:)

[@jcrefasi1]

Love these comparison videos! Im in the USA and DB is easy to find here. I'm going to try DB palmetto when I redo my kitchen cabinets.

[@CraftedbyMonnowLane]

Palmetto is gorgeous.

[@CraftedbyMonnowLane]

I love comparisons too ... I could watch them all day ha

[@karonwostenholme6533]

Really good to know. Thank you for sharing x

[@CraftedbyMonnowLane]

Very welcome Karon 😀

[@shellymiller1248]

If you wet sand or even barely sand the fusion with high grit it feels silky and amazing. I will try the Dixie belle though. Thanks

[@CraftedbyMonnowLane]

Thanks so much Shelly. I'll have to give that a go. Does that effect the built in top coat do you know?

[@shellymiller1248]

@@CraftedbyMonnowLane I don’t think so at all. You are taking off such a minuscule amount. Many people wet sand with hemp oil as well. I’m trying that soon.

[@toniagarcia2885]

Have you tried Melange? I haven't tried any ..just got my first project primed 😊

[@CraftedbyMonnowLane]

We don't have it in Australia :(

[@jeaninehedgepeth7032]

This was a great video, I haven’t used the Silk yet, I want to try soon. I’ve used Fusion and I love the coverage but it has a paint smell to it, I have very sensitive sinuses and every time I use it I get a headache. Does the Silk have any kind of scent to it?

[@CraftedbyMonnowLane]

Thanks Jeanine. I can't say that I've noticed a smell with it, but then I don't think I noticed it with Fusion either I'm sorry. If you have a stockist local to you it would be worth calling in and asking to see (and smell!) an opened pot 😘

[@jeaninehedgepeth7032]

@@CraftedbyMonnowLane Thank You! Yes I do!

[@CraftedbyMonnowLane]

Perfect!

[@jayshakter6536]

You have beautiful grass.

[@CraftedbyMonnowLane]

Thanks! My hubby is very proud of it 🤣

[@christykulwicki4323]

I want to paint my kitchen cabinets. They are 22 years old. The finish is gone since the dishwasher was leaking steam and want detected. Construction of cabinets are still good along with the ones not near the dishwasher. But if I do a few then I must do all. Do you recommend fusion or Dixie bell silk?

[@CraftedbyMonnowLane]

My preference is Dixie Belle Silk because it has more of a satin finish than Fusion (in my opinion). for kitchen units I would also add top coat (Gator Hide) to give it a more hardy finish.

[@christykulwicki4323]

@@CraftedbyMonnowLane thank you so much. Do you know if I can use fusions top coat ( clear tough coat) on Dixie bell silk?

[@CraftedbyMonnowLane]

@@christykulwicki4323 I would imagine you could :)

[@jafallica]

I love Fusion. I have not had one problem with it. So tired of hearing about Dixie Belle every minute on painting groups. There’s other paint in the market besides Dixie Belle! I notice that you keep overworking the paint. What’s the purpose of brushing back and forth so much?

[@CraftedbyMonnowLane]

That's great. You'll note that this is a comparison between the two. In my opinion, Dixie Belle came out on top on this one. It's open for others to make their own conclusion though :) thanks for watching :)

[@toqueyessenia6813]

I think just like you. Even new youtubers that are starting their channel using cheap materials ended using DB because they sponsor their videos. It doesn’t give the opportunity in the market to people start their business for few dollars because the majority of the tutorials are using DB. Obviously if you want to copy or recreate a style you will go with the same materials and you ended spending high amount of money just to sell something for a few dollars.

[@mavmom8420]

There are groups for many different paints.

[@cathy7824]

you have beautiful grass

[@CraftedbyMonnowLane]

My hubby will be very pleased to hear that 😂

[@newoldfinds]

Fusion 100% over Dixie crap everytime!

[@CraftedbyMonnowLane]

I'm with you now too ... moreso for the business ethics than the products for me, but I won't ever use or recommend Dixie Belle again. Actually you've just reminded me how much I love some of the Fusion colours and I haven't used it in ages! Do you have a favourite? Barberry was mine but I need to try something different. Oh and I loved Renfrew Blue! It takes a few coats but jeez it's worth it!

[@Sophie7377]

@@CraftedbyMonnowLane why?