You can spend a pretty penny on a can of colored chalkboard paint, ORRRR you can whip some up yourself.
What you need:
◦ 1 C of LATEX paint
◦ 2 TBSP Un-sanded Tile Grout (got mine @ Lowe’s)
Lets get started:
1. Mix paint and grout well, making sure to get all clumps out.
2. Paint and let dry completely.
3. Rub with 150 grit sanding block (or paper) and wipe off dust.
4. Condition by rubbing chalk all over and then erasing.
It’s THAT easy!
I just love the idea of painting a serving tray,
and then labeling what everything is.
and then labeling what everything is.
Photo Credit: Raina Kattelson Have a fantastic weekend!
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That is SO cool! I have been thinking of painting the door in my kids room with paint like this, so she can play and draw on it without worries ;)
ReplyDeleteWhat an awesome tip! You're right that chalboard paint is awfully expensive - I love this because you can use whatever color you want, too!
ReplyDeleteI needed this!! Thanks!!
ReplyDeleteFANTASTIC! I think I'll pass this little tip onto my builder Hubby, I can't wait to see what fun projects he can come up with!
ReplyDeleteI have been saving up to buy chalkboard paint [broke college student here] and this just saved me soo much money :] thank you
ReplyDeleteIf you go to home depot you can get sample sizes of behr paint that are 7.5 oz. I got mine for less than $3 each. I just reduced the ammount of grout by a smidge and it worked perfectaly. PLUS no need to buy paint you don't need or make a mess measuring the paint and it's in it's own nicely labled container!
ReplyDeleteIs the 1c = a cup?
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