Almost all young children love to draw, often using the floor, walls and pieces of furniture as a “canvas”. Taking into account the needs of their child, resourceful parents make certain adjustments to home interior using special paint, on which chalk is easy to apply and just as easy to remove. At the same time, it is not at all necessary to paint an entire wall or cabinet. A small chalk board, which can also be useful for adult family members, if you use it, for example, for notes and reminders about important matters, is quite capable of satisfying a child’s creativity.
Paint that has a slate effect is very often used for furniture restoration, making the coating matte, velvety and pleasant to the touch. Its creator is considered to be British designer Annie Stone. In 1990 she developed a special finishing material, which it began selling under the ChalkPaint brand.
Making a chalk board opens up a wide range of creative possibilities.
For your information! Given the name and consistency of ChalkPaint, it is logical to assume that one of its components should be chalk (calcium carbonate). However, the problem is that for more than 20 years original recipe was never revealed by its creator. Therefore, many clones have appeared on the market, created on the basis of a variety of materials.
In addition to interesting visual effect, chalk paint has a number of operational advantages:
- fits well on almost any material (wood, wood substitutes, metal, drywall, plaster, brick, tile and glass);
- has excellent adhesion to the surface;
- has good hiding power, hiding most defects of the old coating;
- dries quickly;
- has no pungent odor;
- non-toxic.
The disadvantages of this finish include its price and scarcity. “ChalkPaint” is not supplied to Russia at all, and its analogues from the companies “Tikkurila” and “Siberia” are an order of magnitude more expensive than conventional paints and varnishes. Therefore, in order to save money, many try to make the slate coating themselves, using more accessible and inexpensive components.
Factory slate paint is available in several colors
5 recipes for making chalk paint at home
To make your own chalk paint, you can use several recipes. The essence of each method is to add a fine granular substance to ordinary glossy paint, which gives the coating the necessary roughness.
Acrylic or latex wall paint is suitable as the main component. The second one is also made on an acrylic base, but due to the addition of rubber it has increased strength characteristics. Therefore, if we are talking about making a chalk board, the coating of which will be constantly subjected to certain loads, it is better to choose the latex option.
Auxiliary ingredients you can choose from include sodium bicarbonate (regular baking soda), calcium carbonate, gypsum, tile grout, and even cornstarch. All options have the right to life, and their success primarily depends on the correct consistency.
Uses of baking soda
Application baking soda
Required proportion:
- 2/3 paint;
- 1/3 soda.
The preparation of such a composition is one of the most available options, since baking soda can be purchased at any grocery store. The process of creating paint is quite simple: you need to mix two components until a homogeneous mass is obtained. If the mixture turns out to be very thick, adding a small amount of water will help bring it to the desired consistency.
Advice! To avoid lumps, soda or any other bulk material need to be added gradually.
When using this composition, complete coverage of the treated surface occurs when applying 3 layers of paint. Once dry, the finish has a fairly chunky grainy texture. If it is necessary to get rid of this effect, for example, for a chalk board, too large a grain size is unnecessary, it is enough to finish sanding the surface.
Applications of corn starch
Required proportion:
- 2/3 paint;
- 1/3 starch.
Just like soda, cornstarch is sold in almost any supermarket and has very at an affordable price. The technology for obtaining the desired mixture does not differ from the previous version, the only point is that you may need a little more water to obtain the optimal mass for application to the surface.
To completely paint the surface, 2 layers of coating are sufficient. At the same time, there is also a need for final sanding, since after drying the brushstrokes will be clearly visible, which can negatively affect the texture of the finish.
Applications of calcium carbonate
Applications of calcium carbonate
Required proportion:
- 2/3 paint;
- 1/3 calcium carbonate.
The price of 1 kg of fine calcium carbonate powder exceeds 200 rubles, so this chalk paint recipe is not the cheapest. But from the point of view of the result, adding chalk allows you to get, perhaps, best composition, which after drying has a uniform texture and does not require sanding. Full coverage of the part occurs after applying 2 layers of paint. With this finish you can safely open not only a chalk board, but also furniture.
Application of gypsum
Construction gypsum
Required proportion:
- 3/4 paint;
- 1/4 plaster.
The use of building gypsum (alabaster) is one of the most optimal options, taking into account the price/quality ratio. This material is an order of magnitude cheaper than chalk powder, while the coating after 2-layer processing has a uniform matte texture and, if the paint composition is of the correct consistency, does not require additional sanding.
Pay attention! Gypsum dries very quickly, so after making the mixture it should be immediately applied to the surface.
Application of tile grout
Tile grout
Required proportion:
- 3/4 paint;
- 1/4 grout.
Tile grout is in the middle price category between calcium carbonate and gypsum. The quality of chalk paint obtained using this material is quite high, so you can safely use it to decorate furniture. As a rule, it is enough to apply 2 layers of such a composition so that the coating is uniform and has no visible defects. In this case, finishing sanding is not required and after the surface has dried, you can immediately draw or write on it with chalk.
Master class on making a chalk board
Making a chalk board with your own hands if you have the necessary components is very simple, especially if the master has at his disposal - detailed instructions with clear illustrations.
Tools and materials
For work you will need the following materials:
- glossy acrylic latex paint;
- fine granular component (one of those discussed in the previous section);
- container and stick for making the mixture;
- medium hard brush or roller;
- paper tape if you need to protect the edges;
- base for painting.
If the work will be carried out in a residential area, it is advisable to protect the workspace from accidental ingress of paint and varnish material. For this you can use oilcloth or old fabric.
Pay attention! The paint color for the chalkboard is selected individually. The choice does not have to be limited to the black option. Chalk will be clearly visible on brown, burgundy, blue, green and any other dark surface.
To do slate board, a standard tool set for painting work is used
Main stages of work
- You can use any material as a base for the board: plywood, chipboard, fiberboard, MDF, natural wood or plasterboard. It is desirable that the base be smooth, without visible defects. Otherwise, you need to sand the surface using sandpaper. The same procedure (grinding) should be performed if the workpiece has a glossy finish. In order for the paint to have good adhesion to the surface, the gloss must be removed.
For this master class, the base was chosen to be the usual cutting board, which is available to any housewife
- Chalkboard paint can be prepared using any of the methods listed above. Most often, a combination of latex paint with gypsum or tile grout is used for such purposes.
If the surface to be treated has a small area, you can prepare the finish in any available container
- The resulting mixture should be applied immediately after preparation, as it dries quickly. To ensure an even coating, brush movements should be fairly smooth.
To completely paint the workpiece, a 2-layer treatment is usually sufficient.
- Drying time for chalk paint ranges from 30 to 60 minutes. If everything was done correctly, the surface will soon become matte and velvety.
If there are visible irregularities, light sanding should be done using fine-grained sandpaper.
- Once dry, the slate can be tested for functionality by making a small note or sketching a fun design.
The colors of the chalk and board should be contrasting so that the inscription is clearly readable
How to care for your slate board
Despite the excellent performance characteristics of chalk boards, they can be easily scratched by hard objects. Therefore, you should not draw with cheap chalk, since it often contains impurities of sand and small pebbles. For home use, it is better to buy special crayons for drawing, which are gentle on the surface.
For your information! The composition of drawing crayons, in addition to calcium carbonate, includes a coloring pigment and a binder designed to reduce dust formation during operation.
Do not use abrasive material or aggressive cleaning agents to wipe writing off the board. To erase chalk, just apply a damp soft cloth or a sponge.
Application soft material for cleaning the board from chalk will significantly extend its service life
A DIY chalk board for drawing or writing will allow you to solve several problems at once. Such an accessory will decorate almost any interior, and all important tasks will be recorded, and therefore completed. But most importantly, the results children's creativity will move from walls, floors and furniture to the surface intended for this.
Chalk boards are becoming increasingly popular in modern interior. Firstly, it is very convenient - by hanging such a board in the kitchen, you can write short reminders to yourself about what you will buy and what you should not forget to do.
For a family with children, this is also an irreplaceable entertainment and your wallpaper will remain intact. Chalk boards are used to decorate parties and birthdays, and adults also love to draw on it and leave wishes.
You can buy such a board ready-made and it costs from 10 to 100 dollars, but why? If it’s very simple, you can make a chalk board at home from any base and acrylic paint.
There are special paints - they are called “for chalkboards”, but you need to spend money on them.
- The peculiarity of such paints is that they are the same acrylic, BUT they contain small solid particles that allow the chalk to linger on the surface of the board.
- If you add any abrasive material to the paint, for example, gypsum, grout, cement - it is precisely its elements that will make ordinary acrylic paint suitable for painting on it.
- We offer the simplest master class for making such paint using alabaster and black acrylic.
Choosing a board base
You can choose absolutely any base, it could be:
- Any plywood
- Any piece of board, table top or piece of old facade
- Mirror glass or
- Cardboard - take apart the old one cardboard box and the base is ready
Master class: how to make a chalk board
The fastest and easiest way to make a board is to use any cardboard as a base; it does not need to be processed before painting. In addition, after practicing on it, you can move on to larger surfaces.
Ingredients and Tools
- 2 tablespoons alabaster
- 1 tablespoon water
- 3 tablespoons black acrylic paint
- cardboard
- tassel
- dry rag and chalk
Manufacturing process
- We take alabaster and water in a ratio of 1 to 2, mix and rub the lumps well until a uniform thick mixture is obtained.
- Pour paint into the container. There should be 3 times more paint than alabaster. Add the prepared mixture of alabaster and water to the paint and mix thoroughly so that there are no lumps left.
- If you don’t mind and have a technical attachment, you can do this using a mixer. It's faster and more reliable. But if you stir with a spoon, it won’t take long either - lumps will disperse in 2-3 minutes.
If the mixture is too thick, add a little more water as acrylic paints Different manufacturers have different densities.
For durability, apply 3 coats of paint to the chalkboard. Let the paint dry completely between coats. After the third layer has dried, It is recommended to rub chalk over the entire surface in order to harden it, and then wipe the chalk with a dry towel.
TIP: The cardboard may sag slightly after applying the paint, but it will straighten out once it dries.
Insert the cardboard into any photo or painting frame and your board is ready!
Chalkboard Ideas
This master class can also be used to paint all or part of a wall. Such black wall drawing boards are becoming a whole trend in the kitchen or in work area. But before painting, the wall must be treated, read in detail at this link.
Chalk boards - fashion trend useful and functional interior design. Having started in cafes and bars, slate boards are now often found in ordinary apartments. Some use them for activities with children, others for interior decoration. If you want to make a drawing board yourself, then this does not require much effort, you will need a minimum of tools and materials.
Step 1: Buy chalk film or chalk paint.
Step 4. Finishing Touches
Any board looks better framed its flat counterpart, gives the product a finished look, while the created field for writing with chalk will last longer. You can make the frame yourself or to order in a framing workshop. Any color and material can be selected, the main thing is that you are satisfied with the result. Our photos may be useful in choosing design options so that you can make the perfect board for your child with your own hands.
As you can see, there is nothing complicated in making a chalk board. You can easily make the board yourself and save money.. If you want to save time, buy ready-made :) , we have prepared for you according to size, color and budget.
Apartment decor with the help chalk boards has long been popular.
It is very convenient to keep a chalkboard in the kitchen where you can write down purchases that need to be made, plans for the day, recipes for the day. In a children's room, such a board is well suited for school schedules, tutors, and section schedules.
However, just a board is boring. Can with paint turn any flat surface into chalk board. It is enough to buy special paint for this. You can paint the entire refrigerator with this paint and write whatever you want on it.
Known as children younger age love draw on the walls, you can turn an entire wall into a drawing board like this, and you won’t have to shed tears because the children ruined the newly wallpapered wallpaper. The child’s creativity drawn on the board can be easily erased with a damp sponge and you can draw again the same minute.
Decoration with the help of such surfaces it is becoming more and more popular. They can be arranged in any room. In the kitchen along the cutting table: convenient for writing down recipes.
Near the phone: convenient to record everything necessary information received during a telephone conversation. We probably remember the film “Pokrovsky Gate”, where the main character’s aunt wrote down the phone numbers of her nephew’s friends on the wall. She kept finding the string from the pencil, but not the pencil itself, so she could write down the next phone number.
With a chalk board will always be in place, because they can only draw on this board. In a nursery, a whole surface for drawing with chalk is a paradise for a small child; he will be able to show his creativity and creative abilities with ease and without damage to repairs, and he will be able to do this every day on a clean surface.
For an older child, a whole wall on which to write notes will serve good place for fixing the multiplication table, spelling rules, native and foreign alphabet.
Such a surface can be made in in the most unexpected places: in the pantry where you store food; above the bed, where you can write a message to your loved one every morning; label on the chest of drawers: underwear, socks, scarves; make the surface of the table suitable for writing with chalk and you can make inscriptions of any kind: who will sit in what place at the table, and besides, this is another convenient place for the child’s creativity.
However dye, which is sold in stores to create such surfaces, usually black, dark gray, sometimes dark green. In most cases, this color scheme does not fit into the interior of the rooms. In this article we will talk about how to make paint for creating surfaces for drawing with chalk of any color.
To make a chalk board we will need:
- Matte latex paint of any color.
- Grout for joints (for laying tiles). The composition should not contain sand.
- Container for mixing paint.
- Mixer to make the paint homogeneous (you can do without it, but then you have to do it manually)
- Roller or foam brush (can be replaced with a sponge)
- Sandpaper (150 grit, i.e. use thin paper)
- Sponge
Instructions for making a slate board
The first stage - preparing the paint
Mix paint with grout. For small surfaces (for example, a door panel) we will need 1 cup (300 ml) of paint and 2 teaspoons of grout. Pour the paint into a mixing container, add grout and mix everything thoroughly with a mixer. The solution should become homogeneous, i.e. no lumps.
The second stage - we apply it to the surface of the future board.
Apply the solution using a roller or foam brush to the painted or primed surface. It is advisable to wash and dry the surface first. Coloring in small areas, we go over the surface with a roller several times to make sure that the entire surface is painted in an even layer. Let the surface stand and dry.
The third stage - we clean the surface
Thoroughly clean the surface using fine sandpaper. After this, clean the surface from dust and dirt.
The fourth stage - checking the readiness of the surface
We check the quality of our surface: take a piece of chalk and paint it them the entire treated surface. We remove the remains with a barely damp sponge.
Now you can make such a surface in any place convenient for you. However, do not forget about such a little thing as a small stand at the bottom of the surface to collect falling chalk. Otherwise chalk while writing it will fall straight to the floor.
After chalk paint became popular in interior design, you can find it in many homes. various elements, - from signs to entire walls - on which you can write with chalk. In this post we will tell you how to make a chalkboard a beautiful decorative element, and not just a place for notes and children's creativity.
What to write
The answer to this question seems obvious - chalk, of course! However, the manufacturers showed imagination: in addition to chalk different sizes and colors there are chalk pencils, chalk markers and even chalk paints. The choice of tools is very important for the final result.
The marker is ideal for small inscriptions and thin, clear lines, but the inscriptions are obtained without the characteristic chalk texture. It is more convenient and pleasant to hold in your hands. If you buy one, keep in mind that not all markers erase equally well - it's better to experiment on a less noticeable area.
You can make chalk paint with your own hands by rubbing regular chalk on a fine grater and mixing the resulting powder with sanitary hand gel to the consistency of syrup. The paint is indispensable for painting stencils and large areas.
Ordinary crayons can also be made more pleasant: a variety of crayons holders, which are now very easy to find and buy, will not leave your fingers dry.
What to depict
On the slate surface you can simply draw, improvise, write down your thoughts and recipes, or leave messages for your household. However, such creativity may look careless and not serve the benefit of the interior. Often cafes become the standard for slate wall design - the walls in modern establishments are painted beautiful fonts in different combinations and supplemented with drawings.
It is almost impossible for a person without special education and experience to make beautiful lettering on a board by hand, so just find a blank on the Internet or create your own composition from different fonts in your favorite graphic editor. We will tell you further how to transfer this artistic splendor to a wall or board.
Method 1. Stencil
This method fits better only for large inscriptions or repeating elements. You can print the stencil on thick paper and cut it yourself, buy ready-made ones, or order production from a printing house. The advantage of the last two is the possibility of reusable use.
To stencil your design, use chalk paint or markers. The advantage of chalk over regular paint is that if it doesn’t work out the first time, it’s okay, just wash off the area and redo it. The borders can also be corrected with a damp cotton swab.
Method 2. Carbon paper
This method is a little more difficult to implement, but it opens up more possibilities, because producing a large number of stencils is expensive. You will need a printed message or image, tape, graphite, a pencil, and fine chalk or chalk marker.
The technology is as follows:
- shade the back side of a sheet of paper with graphite (you can replace it with chalk, but it will stain the surrounding surface more);
- turn the sheet over and stick it with tape to the slate surface;
- trace the image with a pencil, pressing firmly;
- peel off the sheet - the outline of the image will remain on the surface;
- carefully outline and paint over it with chalk;
- Correct sloppy areas with a wet cotton swab.
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