DIY Chalkboard Paint
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DIY Chalkboard Paint
There have been some trends in the DIY market that have come and gone, but there is one that has stuck around: Chalkboard Paint! It is such a creative paint to work with as you can apply it to just about anything and it becomes a writable surface. But have you ever considered making your own? It’s surprisingly easy to do and it will save you a ton of money by making it at home! Check out the recipe below to make your own DIY chalkboard paint:
Ingredients:
- 1 Tbsp of Unsanded Grout
- 1/2 Cup of Acrylic Paint (Any color you like!)
- Mixing Bowl & Mixing Tool
Instructions:
- Start by combining paint and grout together in your mixing bowl.
- Mix until no lumps are present and till your color is the shade you want.
- Then paint your surface with your newly created paint!
- Make sure to prep the chalkboard surface after the paint has dried by rubbing chalk on the full surface and wiping it off.
- Your chalkboard is ready to be written on!
- Store paint in the fridge between uses.
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Is acrylic paint the only paint that should be used to make chalk paint?
I made this chalkboard paint today….it came out really thick for me, and I had to add water to make it thin. Thought to mention that in case others ask. 🙂
Is this recipe enough for a whole bedroom door ?