Chalk paint was invented in 1990 specifically to eliminate sanding and priming — the two steps that stop most beginners before they start. The calcium carbonate in chalk paint gives it a grip that ...

Learn why skipping surface preparation when using chalk paint causes cracking and peeling, and how to properly treat ...

Christen Bensten discovered chalk paint only last year, after doing a lot of experimenting with milk paint. She switched to Annie Sloan Chalk Paint, a British line of water-based paints that require ...

Chalk paint bonds directly to most surfaces — including laminate and metal — without sanding or priming first. The thick, mineral-rich formula self-levels to hide brush strokes, making a two-coat ...

Transforming your old furniture into new, stylish pieces can be a rewarding and cost-effective way to refresh your home ...

DIY novices, fear not: refurbing your furniture is much simpler than you may think. Repainting a dresser, bookshelf, or mirror doesn't have to be an arduous task, and can be tackled in a weekend ...

Revamp your old or worn down furniture with a quick coat of paint! Amy Latta joins us for Getting Crafty to show us how a coat or two of chalk paint can transform your wooden pieces into something ...