Make your own chalk style paint

[@russblakeman5568]

Chalk is known as calcite which is calcium carbonate. It is a form of limestone but is not hard limestone as we know it. Limestone is a sedimentary rock made of calcite and aragonite, not purely calcite. That is why calcium carbonate works the closest to the manufactured chalk paint (which I agree with another comment that the Annie Sloan brand cannot and should not retain any trademark to the name chalk paint as chalk paint has been made for thousands of years, like milk paint). Plaster of Paris will work faster than calcium carbonate as it creates heat when it sets, like the grout. Plaster of Paris is actually gypsum plaster and the crystalization when mixed with water creates the heat.

[@victoriabaker4400]

Plaster of Paris is a heat-treated substance and it is actually very toxic. Best not to use it, when one of the major plusses of chalk paint is low toxicity.

[@ilovetoile]

The calcium carbonate mix doesn't have to be lumpy. For every one cup of latex paint, first mix 2 tbsp calcium carbonate with 1 tbsp of water then add to paint and mix well. No lumps. And it's easy to find at Amazon!

[@barbra429]

My calcium carbonate is so "sandy" and grainy, don't know what to do.

[@trgvtrgv9384]

So I never got an answer to my question but got a thumbs up, so does that mean, yes or someone just wants to know the same or likes my question?

[@ruthalvaradolopez1623]

@@trgvtrgv9384 Grind it.

[@NathalieBreault]

@@barbra429 powder form

[@BoudiccaPLG]

Hi again. In the US you have a resource that I dearly wish was available here.(Australia) It is a company called Earth Pigments that specialises in traditional paint recipes & has the supplies & recipes for all of them. To me it's like a fantasy land of paint. You can get a kilo of calcium carbonate (chalk) for just under $5.00 US. Also recipes are for free. The company is based in Arizona. If you look in Finishes & Waxes you will find an Annie Sloan recipe for gesso, which is basically what chalk paint is. Was taught to make it in art school. They also have the recipe for traditional gesso made with rabbit glue. Drawn out process but I've heard it will stick to anything. Also Annie Sloan can't claim copyright on the name Chalk Paint. It has been around forever. Probably used in Egyptian tombs. P.S. No sanding? I've seen the results of that & given a bump it will come off a lacquered surface. Just sand it.

[@PotteryWheeler]

You can get calcium carbonate at pottery supply stores It is also known as Whiting. It is used in making pottery glazes. It is very cheap when purchased through this type of store. I checked the price on 2/12/2016 and one pound of calcium carbonate is $1.55 at a typical potter's supply store . Claymakers in Durham , NC . Clay-King in South Carolina. Shipping would be low since the powder is fairly light.

[@tashashaffer2139]

thanks

[@zhizhi9138]

Steve Cann Thanks, good to know.

[@timm6112]

I use either baking soda or white chalk ground up and filtered through a seive. It comes out grainy but you then sand with 320-400 grit fine sand paper and it comes out beautifully. Its worth the convenience of using regular household substances.

[@uscitizen898]

ALL colors of Annie Sloan Chalk Paint can be mixed together in ANY way to get countless numbers of paint colors, so not everyone's colors will be exactly like the ASCP from the can. Also any latex paint, any color can be mixed to get new colors too. I've done many a 'custom mix' from latex paint leftovers and some DIY chalk paint colors too. I've even mixed exterior with interior latex paints and had good results.

[@mamamiamarina]

Calcium Carbonate is also Limstone Powder which can be purchased at many places for $5 - $8 for a 50 # bag - Love your tutorial!!

[@tahitiwannabe]

I tried buying the limestone powder (10 lb) and it turned my white paint a greyish color. I would stick with straight calcium carbonate powder

[@pacosol6467]

Tonya Hall You can get a really good deal here: www.amazon.com/Calcium-Carbonate-Powder-Chalk-Additive-Customize-content/dp/B00PKLH5D4/ref=sr_1_sc_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1418999048&sr=8-2-spell&keywords=cailcium+carbonate+chalk+paint+additive

[@W4ldgeist]

You can make true chalk paint by using casein (milk paint powder) + slaked lime (which will break the casein and make it water proof) then mix in calcium carbonate until you have a texture that you like and apply powder pigment. You get real, natural chalk paint, that is healthy to use indoor, it has no VOCs, it dries quickly, creates a really tough surface and is water proof to a certain extend. Just use gloves for the slaked lime, as it can irritate your skin.

[@cherylsharpe1188]

Thanks for sharing these recipes. I also prefer plaster of paris!

[@KayXoXo4]

Talc baby powder works great also.

[@TatyanaValdaBelindaHill]

This is super helpful. Thank you for posting the comparisons! :)

[@bravenewepsilon]

You can get calcium carbonate in a 50 lb bag for $2 at most farm stores

[@christinemikesell8700]

awesome! thanks for the tip!

[@barbra429]

I picked up a 50lb bag today at Mills Fleet Farm and was so disappointed. It is so grainy and now I am stuck with it. maybe I am doing something wrong. Does anyone know how to make it smooth?

[@malindasmith3496]

Barbra I bought a blender at goodwill. I blend up what I need and then its smooth as can be. Just rinse before it dries!

[@rhondawalker5292]

Barbara - Start by making a paste: Calcium carbonate and just a little water at a time until the powder is completely smooth. Add the rest of the water & mix well. Then add the paint & mix well.

[@bruceli7]

Carbonate calcium from farms doesnt work. It s not pure, so it had all rock and sand mixed In it. I tried, they Told me it was powder...very dissapointed. Need to be fine white powder, so it doesnt altern Your color Also. Might grind it but.... it will damage the grinder... better buy it off on ébay, Amazon, etc, still less expensive than chalk paint In store, if you are planning to make lots of différent Colors. The great Thing about calcium carbonade powder is good Shelf-Life, not like plaster of paris. But for a Quick project, one color or so, plaster of paris. Cheaper, easy to get and does a great job.

[@ljlauravik5747]

Always wondered why plain ol crushed chalk isnt used. Seems a no brainer

[@duston9876]

you can also used the powdered drywall mud. or my personal favorite is a product called fix it all sold at home depot.

[@TheJuleBoxStudios]

duston buhecker That's interesting, how do you mix it? 1:2??

[@LJCloves]

This is a great recipe and works a treat. Great results. I have made loads of my own colours. The calcium carbonate is the best one. Excellent. Thank you : )

[@fritula6200]

Thank you: your answer is the best for me....

[@colemyst]

What she didn't say is that calcium carbonate comes in different microns, the size of the particle/granule. Also some companies will tell you the mesh size they used; the higher mesh number the finer the microns will be. Mixing with a bit of water with the dry cc before adding the paint, as other's have said makes a big different also.

[@lilithabunni]

Thank you for the info!

[@eyeswideshut2800]

Hey you guys Home Depot sample 8oz paint is less than $3.50 and perfect for projects. Delivery is FREE and chalk, DE, plaster of Paris ect are cheap so make some paint.

[@francoisematt]

HERE IN AUSTRALIA you can get calcium carbonate at large pet shops 2 kg for $5 the give it to horses as a supplement

[@trgvtrgv9384]

Can you use latex stains for color, when making chalk paint? What is the difference between chalk paint and milk paint?

[@thecatandthewitch3428]

Latex and acrylic are the same stuff. For the difference between the two, "...milk paint, unlike Chalk Paint, comes in a powder form and must be mixed prior to use. And because it’s made with milk protein, unused milk paint may spoil after a few days, though the exclusive formula used in Real Milk Paint allows it to remain stable for up to two weeks." You can check it out here: www.realmilkpaint.com/blog/news/milk-paint-vs-u-need-to-know/

[@ludmiladubravin7336]

@@thecatandthewitch3428 , Thank you very much for your answer I really need this information badly

[@TopSpinWilly]

Everybody's furniture looks exactly the same. So true.

[@nataliewoodley4190]

Annie Sloan is not the only one who carry's chalk paint there are other companies that have chalk paint in a different name if you go on line you will see many companies with chalk paint are chalk paint power to make your own chalk paint if you go on Amazon you put chalk paint many companies will show up so Annie Sloan is not the only one has chalk paint in her name Walmart JoAnn and Michaels don't carry Annie Sloan chalk paint but they do have chalk paint like folk art chalk paint Waverly inspirations chalk Walmart sell those not everyone can afford Annie Sloan chalk paint people like myself has to learn to make their own chalk paint are go to Walmart Michael's Joanna's to get the least expensive paint

[@kiamoua3731]

You can buy calcium carbonate at a pool supply store.

[@donnagalvin33]

can you use talcum powder please ?

[@mrmcmanus209]

you can find calcium carbonate powder specifically made for making your own chalk paint online for pretty cheap. Usually about $10 or so including shipping for 1lb.

[@organizersrus]

Little bit confused. You said that your favorite was the calcium carbonate. BUT, it looked so clumpy. How do you get it to not be clumpy so that it goes on nicely??

[@barbra429]

This is the very question I have. I picked some up today and it was lumpy too.

[@malindasmith3496]

I bought a blender at goodwill and blend up my batches so its nice amd smooth.

[@markprofesorske402]

Chalk pain has the benefits of no sanding and priming the furniture before usage. If you use any of these recipes to DIY, do you still have to sand and prime the piece?

[@Osamailyas]

Chalk powder or POP + acrylic colour + acrylic binder + water = easy formula for chalk paint

[@miriampachasi5845]

So, Can I use Blanco España? both of them , has the same formula.

[@bobfox3154]

VERY MESMERIZING......

[@alers1533]

For what I see there she is using a Color to Go sample from Sherwin Williams. A sample that size cost about $7.

[@alice30045]

No, that's not a Sherwin-Williams sample, it's Valspar from Loew's.

[@alers1533]

Alice Crawford in the video at 3:12 she states she is using Sherwin-Williams color. I know this is a product that is sold at Sherwin-Williams williams. Valspar samples are oval in shape.

[@alice30045]

Thanks, Jose, guess I missed that, I'll check it out.

[@keirgazelle2451]

I have used SW and Valspar..I like Valspar...Its thicker. Some people do not like it as thick I do. But I also have used the SW,in fact I am using it now on a long term project. A very damaged 1890s chifferobe. It was badly water damaged , but the mirrors were there and the doors were perfect. The POP Chalk paint is doing beautifully.

[@jazw4649]

Calcium carbonate a.k.a. limestone, marble, whiting, chalk, french chalk, artist supply stores sell it also. It is the base for making "gesso" mixing calcium carbonate with rabbit skin glue as a base for egg tempera painting which was the medieval predecessor to fine art oil painting. Fine Artists such as American painter Andrew Wyeth made an effort to revive egg tempera painting. See also distemper paint another ancient recipe ( and still popular in India) that contains calcium carbonate and animal hide glue.

[@nataliewoodley4190]

What kind of paint can you use?

[@shraddhapatil5940]

my pick is baking soda, for walls. but I have a question, 1:2 1 is baking soda and 2 is latex paint? or vice versa

[@crowned.king.immortal]

you can also get calcium carbonate at amazon in the garden supplies.

[@BoudiccaPLG]

In Australia Annie Sloan paint is $85.00 a quart!

[@meeshyka69]

It's a rip off everywhere. Make your own with emulsion and CC.

[@keirgazelle2451]

wow..make your own...that is ridiculous.

[@motherearth770]

what is emulsion please?

[@maxferguson566]

does anyone know if you can use the plaster or the calcium carbonate on the new restore paint that is used on decks?

[@keirgazelle2451]

Not POP... Just flat, non primered latex paint.

[@LUPITA-uc5so]

Can I use Blanco España ?

[@mariolegaspi681]

Mam what about the excess PAINT? Can I still use it after 3 to 4 months or a year?

[@livingcreatively1]

Calcium carbonate IS easy to find if you have a health food store. They carry it all the time

[@RiversideHomestead]

Is it the only option with latex paint? I'm allergic to latex. Which kind of paint could I use instead? Thank you 🌻

[@JaneSmith0709]

Acrylic?

[@weewilly2007]

People have been using chalk paint or limestone paint forever, Annie Sloan, whomever she's supposed to be did not invent the stuff that's for sure. So it's quite unlikely that she has sole right over the term. The company can claim that it has a some special formula to justify the hobbyist prices, while targeting enthusiasts trying to break into the interior design market without cooperation from local trade groups or builders unions maybe. All that excess cost would go towards marketing, packaging, PR, and banking facilities though. Not really a crime, if you had a ready customer base willing to pay those kinds of prices, for what you can claim is boutique or personalized services. Nothing wrong with that is there? So what's with all the shadiness, and trying to pass yourself of as experts? In taste? You either know your stuff or you don't right? And people are going to appreciate your sensibilities, OR NOT. But surely no one is going to appreciate being misled. People have been using chalk paint forever, look it up!

[@uscitizen898]

That's correct! Chalk paint has been around for centuries. Annie Sloan just developed her own version of it. Those who think she 'invented' it are mistaken.

[@harryeverett2152]

So ture

[@TheCarpentersDaughterUK]

+Connie Nikiforoff Annie has been fortunate to trademark in in the US but not the UK for this very reason... it's not new. No one can legally brand their paint as "chalk paint" in the US which I find ludicrous. She's a very lucky woman.

[@jeanninebilodeau4561]

weewilly2007

[@kathryncastanares525]

I always thought it was just gesso in different colors.lol its the exact ingredients i use to make my gesso and have certainly been doing it long before hearing of her chalk paint. Which is why they say you dont need to sand or prime your project before using it. Gesso is a primer. We use it to prime our canvas and other surfaces to paint on.

[@craigdolvey6224]

Calcium carbonate is sold really cheap at pet stores.

[@dianabainbridge9561]

PS: A box of white blackboard chalk is super cheap...maybe i can put it in a bag smash it all up ; add boiling hot water to mix and hey presto...CC paint!!! Just a thought...

[@dianabainbridge9561]

You add the mix to a paint...make it into more of a paste then add your paint...? forgot to add that to my previous comment..sorry

[@keirgazelle2451]

Chalk paint does not contain chalk. Its called Chalk paint because of the feel.

[@Soul_N_Control]

What kind of paint? Satin semi gloss or flat?

[@isabellabadjio7006]

Christina Jenkins Hi, Christina I have the same Question, did you ever get an answer? I have a lot of different kind of paint that I would like to use. Thanks

[@Soul_N_Control]

Isabella Badjio Im not too sure, but ive read flat is better to use. :)

[@isabellabadjio7006]

thanks christina.

[@isabellabadjio7006]

I tried making chalk paint with the plaster of paris it was very thick is that normal?

[@keirgazelle2451]

Put a small amount of war water with the POP and mix, really, really well..then add the paint..and again mix well. I use a paint sample..I like valspar..so I put the paint back into the sample jar and have a way to seal the paint..it lasts a bit longer. If it gets thick, add a drop or tow of warm water.

[@pvanb2]

how is exterior resilience to weather and UV? polyurethane paint OK?

[@eyeswideshut2800]

It's very easy to find and order, chalk is at the dollar store, Calcium carbonate is everywhere.

[@fifitis03]

how much plaster of paris per half cup of paint?

[@eloisewelsh1175]

She was using 1:2 or 1/4 cup PoP to the 1/2 cup paint.

[@christinehanley1468]

does it matter if the paint is flat, satin or gloss finish?

[@Divaofdiy]

Flat or satin work best

[@timm6112]

when you add the chalky substance it flattens shinier paints anyway.

[@frenchis19]

What about plaster

[@siljeteyssere1360]

"One quart $34,99, which is $170 a gallon"... Someone dropped out of math class

[@nataliewoodley4190]

can you use any paint in them are does it have to be latex paint

[@Divaofdiy]

Latex paint is best. I have also used the small acrylic craft paint bottles for small projects

[@ileetafaircloth5340]

Diva of DIY do you have to put a sealer if you are doing a fabric chair

[@Divaofdiy]

Ileeta Faircloth Yes, I used clear wax. You can find what I used here: letsdiytogether.com/products/4-oz-organic-furniture-wax

[@clairesmith314]

1:15 two parts latex paint to one part calcium carbonate. Can get calcium carbonate on Ebay.

[@clairesmith314]

'Parts' means an American cup......'/

[@kelliintexas3575]

you can get it at a feed store too.

[@thecatandthewitch3428]

@@clairesmith314 it doesn't matter what one may use as unit of measure, actually :) a part is a part, it could be a spoon as well!

[@bountyhunter5781]

Is It works on cemented wall also

[@ruthalvaradolopez1623]

yes

[@2samcoco]

Do you use flat paint?

[@pegcordova7315]

Yes, laytex flat paint.

[@uscitizen898]

You can use any kind of latex paint. I've used varying sheens with equally good results for the DIY version. BTW I use Plaster of Paris.

[@keirgazelle2451]

I have never been able to use any thing but flat or matte. It gets very clumpy and just will not smooth out,.

[@pegcordova7315]

Kelt Gazelle Try Calcium Carbonate. It makes it smooth.

[@tamizhflavours8995]

is latex paint is acyrlic paint

[@stupidusedrnames]

I thought you were supposed to use Acrylic paint not Latex?

[@thecatandthewitch3428]

They are the same thing :)

[@SereneTing]

So you don't add water with the calcium carbonate?

[@meeshyka69]

I do... I mixed a little bit in with the CC first to eradicate the lumps. The way she mixed it, unless you have a blender, she would never get rid of the lumps and it feels rough as hell. Believe me, I've done it! It's all trial and error.

[@dianabainbridge9561]

trooth seeker Make it real hot water, disolves the lumps; let cool before adding to the paint. Same with Plaster of Paris use hot water to get rid of that real gritty feel...re the above vid: they only have a very short timeframe to get all the info out..a real rush job...shows..but time is money on TV

[@meeshyka69]

Diana Bainbridge I have already tried it with boiling water and it's still gritty. I also add a dollop of matt Mod Podge into the mix for extra sticking power. A very light sanding always removes the grit texture anyway, so it's no real hardship... takes minutes usually to sand a full piece of furniture... like a Welsh dresser. I'd rather do that than pay crazy money on a tiny pot of paint.

[@dianabainbridge9561]

Personally, I have never tried CC - but your idea of adding a bit of Mod Podge to the mix is excellent - I am just a beginner with chalk paint - still experimenting - I to, simply cannot afford AUD$70 for a small pot of paint!...plus the brushes, and the wax! - tks for the tip!

[@SereneTing]

Thank you

[@popsycalls]

So what kind of paint do you mix the calcium carbonate with please?

[@bobfox3154]

any type...use a good quality paint

[@bobfox3154]

Bob Fox pre - color your paint, then mix...

[@pegcordova7315]

You mix is with a high quality latex paint.

[@meeshyka69]

Emulsion if you're in the UK, or latex paint if you're in the US. You can also mix it with acrylic paint and it works out great ;)

[@keirgazelle2451]

any latex without primer. If you use primer paint it will just turn to cement.

[@ranger9416]

Where did you go to school? 34.95 x 4 is not 170.00!

[@sbroche1]

do you put a wax over the furniture when done? - we are going to do our 2 year olds bedroom furniture

[@wilkesysublime]

I waxed the furniture after painting , just normal clear wax is fine :) 2 cotes of wax and buff the wax well !

[@Soul_N_Control]

wilkesysublime regular wax is fine if you dont plan on ever repainting the pieces. You want a chalk wax. Regular is fine, but you would have to strip it down. so i have read

[@meeshyka69]

Christina Jenkins Nope, you don't have to strip it down. Regular wax works just as well as chalk wax.

[@keirgazelle2451]

You can use a Johnson's finishing wax...cheaper and does great.

[@Soul_N_Control]

Sweet Petite o ok

[@Not_InterestedThanksAnyways]

Can buy calcium carbonate in equine feed and supplies... in large tubs very cheap!!

[@erik-benz]

i like this girls

[@judileavenworth9389]

What are the proportions of additive to paint? Sg

[@rcrbrewster7840]

It's NOT the fact that Annie Sloan has premixed colors that will make everyone's furniture look the "same" / Sh×t . It's preping the piece sufficiently enough , picking the correct color for the piece you're painting, choosing the right technique and perfoming it correctly, how and in what order you layer multiple colors, if those colors compliment each other, and the god awful overuse of chalk painting everything a variation of aquamarine blue ... It is one of my top 5 favorite colors and I am surprisingly burnt out from seeing it as probably 20% of ALL refinished things made of wood are brushed, sprayed, splashed, speckled, sponged, dabbed, stressed whateves in this hue. Think About It 🤔💭

[@lezly8387]

Right now it was black and white and cut in to little squares... 😑😕😞😒 now... its not.

[@rayjames1493]

at $34 a quart that comes to $136 a gallon. even the tax wouldn't bring it to $170.

[@lilithabunni]

She must have been thinking 5 quarts lol

[@fritula6200]

The blonde woman keeps interrupting the expert on the right :

[@luannalovell]

really naughty that someone claims the name for something so old,,, like patenting lavender as,,,lavender

[@pumpkinheadghoul]

Sorry, but on what planet does $34.95 a quart X 4 quarts for a gallon = $170.00

[@nixonsmateruby1]

Just baking soda

[@vaslav030547]

How do you mix those paints used in Egyptian tombs that last thousands of years?🤣

[@supercallafragulus]

Grate

[@claudiafulbright5003]

I get my calcium carbonate on Amazon.com.

[@TheColonyRed]

there's a big difference not only in price, ! just make the paint why compare, cheaters! "i like to make my own colors, everyones furniture looks the same..." ..." this is interesting aqua it is very similar to Annies Sloans duck egg blue..." WHAT!!!! :D wow

[@ShellG.]

+fikaso I know, that part threw me too. lol The reason I'm wanting to make my own is because I don't like the selection/choices AS for whites and grays. But to make a comment like that about all looking the same and then comparing her color to an AS color was contradictory.

[@keirgazelle2451]

I make my own and have always loved the results.

[@tizianacallari7446]

I rather spend more but having Annie Sloan!

[@valkyriesardo278]

You get what you pay for.

[@kookoo4mike]

Lol. Someone failed in arithmetic.

[@peggyt1243]

Annie Sloan did NOT invent chalk paint. It has existed for centuries. She just made a lot of money by premixing it and marketing little cans of her expensive paint.

[@princesunil26k]

So it's not a cooking show haaa 😐

[@tigerdeer]

This is rubbish. The reason is that with Annie Sloan's paint you need no prep on your project. You can paint Annie Sloan's paint onto anything with or without existing paint on it and it will stick! The recipes given here will not do that, guaranteed.

[@luciatilyard2827]

Tigerdeer Thank you Annie!

[@mywordpainting]

+Tigerdeer I used the Plaster recipe and did not need any prep! It worked really well!!

[@fatbelltacohd8394]

+Lucia Tilyard lol it is her lol... who says rubbish in america lol

[@luciatilyard2827]

FatBellTaco HD I did textiles at college, and the idea of using house paint on cloth, (especially cloth with a nap) mortifies me! Any fibres will go stiff, and the cloth will rot and crack! - I'm surprised she's getting away with this!

[@tigerdeer]

+FatBellTaco HD And your point being? Do you have to be from America to state your opinion? As it happens I am not from the UK if that's what you're implying. :)