Waxing painted furniture is easy – follow Annie Sloan's top tips for applying Chalk Paint® Wax and able to enjoy a finish that will last and last.
Use Clear Chalk Paint® Wax to seal and protect furniture and walls painted with Chalk Paint® decorative paint. Chalk Paint® Wax emphasizes depth of colour and gives a beautiful mellow finish, or can be buffed to a high sheen
Once you’ve finished painting a piece of furniture with Chalk Paint®, you’re going to want to seal in your paintwork to create a lasting finish. Chalk Paint® is a decorative paint with terrific sticking power – it can be applied to most surfaces – but it does need protection to withstand general wear and tear. If you’re applying paint to a chair or table, a bedside cabinet or chest of drawers, you know you’ll be handling your item regularly and will want to give it a protective coat before using it. Not only will this help prevent unsightly fingermarks, but also allow you to wipe your painted surfaces clean as and when needed.
EnterChalk Paint® Wax! This quiet hero goes hand in hand with Chalk Paint® to create a strong, durable finish. Using a brush or lint-free cloth, you want to sweep Chalk Paint® Wax over your paintwork. Smoothing it over almost like applying hand cream and wiping off excess as you go. The Wax will be touch dry within a few hours and slowly harden over time, becoming stronger as it cures.