Easy Chalk Paint Desk Makeover
Anyone can makeover an old desk by painting it with chalk paint. Learn how to make Plaster of Paris paint to help with your easy desk makeover.
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Equipment
- Paintbrush
- Small Roller
- Rag
- Gloves
- Plastic Container
Supplies
- Deglosser
- DIY Chalk Paint latex paint + Plaster or Paris or Store Bought Chalk Paint
- Wipe-On Polyacrylic waterbased so that it does not yellow
- Furniture Glaze optional
- Lint Free T-Shirt
- Deglosser
Instructions
Prep the Dresser
- Remove hardware, hinges, doors and drawers before painting.
- Fill any imperfections with wood filler.
- Clean with deglosser.
- Sand and wipe the dresser.
Make DIY Chalk Paint
- Mix 1/3 cup plaster with 1/3 cup water.
- Add 1 cup latex eggshell, flat, or satin paint.
Paint The Desk
- Use a 2-2.5" paint brush and small roller to cover your desk with one layer.
- Wait for the paint to dry.
- Repeat your painting process until you have 2-3 layers of paint.
- Once dry, use wipe-on poly, polyacrylic, or furniture wax.
- Reattach or add new hardware.
Notes
- Optional step: Use a patina to add an extra shimmer to paint before adding your top coat.
- Use thin layers of paint. You can lightly sand in between any layers of dry paint or poly for your desired smoothness.
Cost: under $25