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annie sloan calk paint , anyone used it ?

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ggirl · 10/08/2013 17:14

I bought a bookcase and want to paint it , this stuff you apparently don't need to use a primer.
I used it to pain my fireplace which worked out well .

Anyone used it?

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triplets · 27/09/2013 21:51

Golly thanks for the very welcome welcome!!Not sure what colour, am off to Sandwich tomorrow, there is a gorgeous shop there called Smoke on the Water. She stocks the paint and has the shade cards for £1. :)

ChippingInNeedsSleepAndCoffee · 27/09/2013 22:08

The new colour cards are brilliant (now £1.50 but worth it).

Do let us know what colour you choose! and ask away if you have any questions :)

Haveanotherbiscuit · 27/09/2013 23:27

I've been inspired by the no sanding/priming etc and have just started painting my wooden stairs with as. I've chosen old white and then a green colour(can't remember name) to do a panel down the middle of the steps.

Wish me luck

ChippingInNeedsSleepAndCoffee · 28/09/2013 11:03

Good Luck Haveanotherbiscuit :) Sounds lovely! When you get time, have a look at the tin & tell us which green you chose.

EastwickWitch · 28/09/2013 11:43

I'm desperate to join you all.
I have a horrid orange wood (?Mexican pine , quite awful) console table that I think would look OK painted.
My nearest AS shop is an hour away & it's the one Oneplan went to. I might bite the bullet and order online.
Shabby Chic wouldn't fit my house but presumably I could just paint it thoroughly then wax it?
I am the least artistic person in the world
I can only make curtains in a check so I can follow the lines

pierpressure · 28/09/2013 13:32

Hi eastwick, welcome to our painting coven!
If you paint it with a normal fine textured paintbrush
Your strokes won't look too brushy, I would slightly
Water down andd do two coats , although not
Everyone agrees with me!
You could do a v fine glass paper sand before
Waxing to smooth out more.

ChippingInNeedsSleepAndCoffee · 28/09/2013 13:38

Eastwick Hi :) No, you don't have to distress it and if you use a smoother bristle brush & add a little water to the paint you will get less 'texture' in it so it will be smoother finish. You can also use a very very fine sandpaper on it before waxing it, which gives a much cleaner, smoother finish to a piece. It will never look like it has been glossed, but still lovely. You could start by ordering a colour chart if you aren't sure which colour you like - or just go into the shop if it's not too far from you.

^^ I typed that before reading Piers reply, we have said much the same thing! :)

pierpressure · 28/09/2013 14:07

Great minds!

EastwickWitch · 28/09/2013 16:47

Right, I shall bite the bullet. You've all inspired me and the table will just be chucked if I don't do something with it.
I've been on the website & watched some tutorials.
How do I order a colour chart, I can't see it online?
I fancy Paris Grey.

ChippingInNeedsSleepAndCoffee · 29/09/2013 00:42

Piers Indeed Grin

EW - If you like Paris Grey then just order it It's a nice pale grey, really nothing not to like :) The brighter colours don't look a lot like the ones on screen, so if you wanted those then getting a colour chart would be a good idea. Will you order the wax as well? Just the clear or both?

LaurieFairyCake · 29/09/2013 16:07

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Hope the above works - it's a picture of a close up of the Paris Grey on my dresser for you ER

bigbutsrus1 · 30/09/2013 11:24

Super excited just finally won some lovely ercol vintage chairs on ebay to paint! Going to keep the seats sanded back to wood, then will have to decide on colour of chair! Picking up a dressing table today for my DD, unsure wether to paint a cream or sage/blue colour what does everyone else think?

Needanewsofa · 30/09/2013 22:15

I've uploaded my first photo to MN - the newly Annie'd sideboard!
Feeling rather proud of my first attempt!

triplets · 30/09/2013 22:38

can`t see the photos :(

Needanewsofa · 30/09/2013 22:50

That's really odd! Probably my MN ineptitude! It's showing a photo on its side, but generally recognisable as a sideboard!

Any tips for uploading photos?!

triplets · 30/09/2013 23:18

Ah got it...................it looks lovely :) which colour did you use?

ChippingInNeedsSleepAndCoffee · 30/09/2013 23:43

BBR1 - great :) I love buying furniture on eBay hence not being able to move in here for stuff needing painting!! How old is your DD? What colours does she like? Duck egg blue is pretty with one of the whites as a contrast.

NANS It looks LOVELY!! Well done you :)

Triplets It looks like Duck Egg Blue on that photo (on my laptop) but it isn't! It's Provence :)

Crikeyblimey · 30/09/2013 23:46

Wow! That looks amazing.

I am sorely tempted to stray into the world of AS. I just need to finishe decorating the hall and then see if I have the balls to paint the legs of my kitchen table.

It's a very square legged ikea table - would such a "modern" shape look crap ASed?

Needanewsofa · 30/09/2013 23:49

It is Provence - I had a wobble in Thomas & Lucia and nearly chose the duck egg blue, but realised my wall paint is very similar. The woman in the shop thought it may be too bright, but I love it :-)

ChippingInNeedsSleepAndCoffee · 30/09/2013 23:57

Crikey Yes - and No. Helpful huh Grin It really does depend how you do it, what colours you use and what 'result' you want! If you just want to 'freshen up the table' then painting the legs will be perfectly fine & easily done - just don't expect it to morph into a lovely 'french piece' Grin

NANS - I'm glad you love the colour you choose - it's so hard, especially when you choose one of the bright colours!

bigbutsrus1 · 01/10/2013 13:52

thinking for the dressing table - maybe country grey with duck egg blue on the insides of the draws to give it a flash of colour when opened! My DD is 6 and desperate for her own dressing table. Got a stag 6 draw chest with mirror. Have also got a similar tall boy for my DS room and was thinking of doing the same. I don't want it too white, not cream but not too dark! I like the sounds of chateau grey but think it is too dark - oh decisions decisions!

ChippingInNeedsSleepAndCoffee · 01/10/2013 14:23

I have a brand new tin of CG (LOL, I'm like a child with a new tin :)) for a side board, it has shelves and drawers inside, I haven't decided yet what colour to paint them - not that it matters though as it's burried behind and under about another 20 pieces I'm sure the DEB will look nice. DD is 6 - it's a wonder she hasn't asked for Emperor's Silk or Antibes Grin

Chateau Grey 'mixes down' a lovely colour if you want something lighter?

bigbutsrus1 · 01/10/2013 15:04

Haha I didn't ask DD what colour she wanted! Mean I know but want this to last her - and fit it! Did think of adding white to the Chateau grey but a complete novice so think a single colour may be my best bet to start with. Will order it and give it a bash!

prettyfiestyforasmallone · 05/10/2013 11:17

Hello... ive just painted my wardrobe a set of drawers and a dresser in as old white and graphite I love them... they all neeed waxing but every where ive read people have said its really hard to work with. .. ive got as clear wax am doing it today.
From what I've read I put a thin layer on then wipe the excess off the leave it 24 hours before buffing does that sound about right?

Next question :) ive got an almost full ti of old white and want to paint an old pine toy box can I mix as paint with some normal emulsion to change the colour or do j need to get another as paint?

Tia xxx

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ggirl · 05/10/2013 15:49

Hmm not sure you can mix emulsion with AS chalk paint..I don't think so.

Waxing is a pain , yes to one coat unless it's a well used area like a table top when 2 coats would give it more protection.

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