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Set of Chalk Painted Chairs

Use FolkArt Home Decor Chalk to add charm and character to a set of unfinished chairs.

At a Glance:

#6484 Skill Level: Beginner Time:
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This project features these great brands:

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supplies

F/A HOME DECOR CHALK - SALMON CORAL 8 OZ.

Number Needed: 1 $9.99
Item not for sale on Plaid Online.

FolkArt Home Decor Chalk - Cascade, 8 oz. - 34159

Number Needed: 1 $9.99
Item not for sale on Plaid Online.

FolkArt Home Decor Chalk - Java, 8 oz. - 34165

Number Needed: 1 $9.99
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FolkArt Home Decor Chalk - Imperial, 8 oz. - 34153

Number Needed: 1 $9.99
Item not for sale on Plaid Online.

FolkArt Home Decor Chalk - Turkish Tile, 8 oz. - 36020

Number Needed: 1 $9.99
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FolkArt ® Home Decor™ Wax - Clear, 8 oz. - 34170

Number Needed: 1 $9.99
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FolkArt ® Home Decor™ Wax - Antiquing, 8 oz. - 34171

Number Needed: 1 $9.99
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FolkArt ® Home Decor™ Wax - White, 8 oz. - 34860

Number Needed: 1 $9.99
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FolkArt ® Home Decor™ Brushes - Chalk Paintbrush - 34907

Number Needed: 1 $15.99
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FolkArt ® Home Decor™ Brushes - Wax Brush - 34908

Number Needed: 1 $19.99
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FolkArt ® Home Decor™ Tools - Sanding Foam Block - 34912

Number Needed: 1 $3.99
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F/A HOME DECOR SCRAPERS 4 PC (DISC)

Number Needed: 1 $3.99
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FolkArt ® Home Decor™ Tools - Layering Block - 36046

Number Needed: 1 $4.49
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instructions

Other Supplies

Unfinished wood chairs, Soft cloth

Instructions

Coral Chair

  1. Basecoat the chair with Salmon Coral.
  2. With the layering block, dip the block in a small amount of Java and drag along the chair. Focus on areas of the chair where paint would naturally chip.
  3. Once the paint is dry, apply a thing coat of antique wax to the entire chair. When the wax id dry, buff with a soft cloth.    

Dark Blue Chair

  1. Basecoat the chair with Java.
  2. Using the Clear wax, generously rub the wax on the chair where you would want the Java to show through.
  3. Paint the chair with Cascade. When the paint is dry, generously add the clear wax to the chair.
  4. Paint the chair with Turkish Tile. Using the scraper, remove all the layers of paint where the wax was applied.
  5. Apply a thin coat of Clear wax to the chair. When the wax is dry, buff with a soft cloth.    

Light Blue Chair

  1. Basecoat the chair with Cottage White.
  2. Using the White wax, generously rub the wax on the chairs where you would want the Cottage White to show through.
  3. Paint the chair with Cascade. When the paint is dry, sand the chair to reveal the Cottage White underneath.
  4. Apply a thin coat of White wax to the chair. When the wax is dry, buff with a soft cloth.

Red Chair

  1. Basecoat the chair with Java.
  2. Using the antique wax, generously rub the wax on the chairs where you would want the Java to show through.
  3. Paint the chair with Imperial. When the paint is dry, sand the chair to reveal the Java underneath.
  4. Apply a thin coat of Antique wax to the chair. When the wax is dry , buff with a soft cloth.

Disclaimer: The information found in each project is presented in good faith, but no warranty is given, nor results guaranteed, nor is freedom from any patent to be inferred. Since we have no control over physical conditions surrounding the application of information herein contained, Plaid Enterprises, Inc. disclaims any liability for untoward results.

Important: Please be sure to thoroughly read the instructions for all products, paying particular attention to all cautions and warnings shown to ensure the proper and safe use of the product.

Copyright: All Rights Reserved. No part of this Project may be reproduced in any form without permission in writing, except for your personal use, except by reviewer, who may in reviewing this project, quote brief passages in a magazine or newspaper.

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