Why Use Chalk Paint?

Chalk paint was invented to restore old furniture. Since we opened 8 years ago it has come to my attention, there are a few people who think painting furniture is sacrilegious. If you are one of those people, I will try to explain why we use Chalk paint. I’m not trying to convert you but rather to bring an awareness to some of positive things that can come from using Chalk paint. 

If you do like the look of painted furniture and if you are going to do it yourself, you should absolutely use Chalk paint. It was invented to paint furniture without striping, sanding or priming. “Chalk Paint is a type of paint that can be used on furniture and other items to create a chalky appearance. It’s used for creating an aged appearance and can be distressed easily.” Chalk paint is a time saver, and we can all use a little more time in our lives, can’t we?! At ReFabulous Furnishing, we sell Dixie Belle Mineral Chalk paint and we recommend Dixie Belle as is it easy to use and very affordable. 

Now, for those of you, who hate even the thought of painting over the wood. I do get it. Sometimes the wood grain is so beautiful you cannot hide it.   But there are a few practical and understandable reasons to use chalk. As you can see, I decided to leave the drawer on the china cabinet unpainted as the veneer was in great shape and so beautiful. But the rest of piece was very beat up with severe veneer damage, the door was broken and the glass had been removed. The piece was most likely headed to the landfill due to the imperfections.