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Whitewash paint effect using Chalkpaint from Granny B’s

How to create a whitewash effect with chalk paint

Create a whitewash effect with diluted chalk paint. Learn how to adjust the wash, apply it to a prepared surface and protect the finish with a sealer.

How to create a whitewash effect with chalk paint

Create a whitewash effect with diluted chalk paint. Learn how to adjust the wash, apply it to a prepared surface and protect the finish with a sealer.

Paint colours and examples of furniture makeovers with chalk paint

How to paint furniture without heavy sanding

Learn when furniture can be painted without heavy sanding, how to clean and check the existing finish, and when stain blocking or extra preparation helps.

How to paint furniture without heavy sanding

Learn when furniture can be painted without heavy sanding, how to clean and check the existing finish, and when stain blocking or extra preparation helps.

Shabby chic living room with pale distressed furniture and vintage details

Shabby chic décor: colours, furniture and paint...

Create a shabby chic look with soft colours, distressed furniture and vintage details. Find practical ways to mix old pieces, fabrics and painted finishes.

Shabby chic décor: colours, furniture and paint...

Create a shabby chic look with soft colours, distressed furniture and vintage details. Find practical ways to mix old pieces, fabrics and painted finishes.

Painter holding a cordless sprayer beside a yellow rocking chair

Spray-paint a rocking chair with Polka.Paint

See how a rocking chair was painted with Polka.Paint Tuscan Sun and a Ryobi cordless sprayer, from preparation and thinning to the protective finish.

Spray-paint a rocking chair with Polka.Paint

See how a rocking chair was painted with Polka.Paint Tuscan Sun and a Ryobi cordless sprayer, from preparation and thinning to the protective finish.

Illustration of furniture, jars and décor suitable for paint projects

When to use Block & Tackle before painting

Learn where Block & Tackle can help with adhesion and stain blocking before furniture painting, with links to the current primer application instructions.

When to use Block & Tackle before painting

Learn where Block & Tackle can help with adhesion and stain blocking before furniture painting, with links to the current primer application instructions.

Chalk paint troubleshooting graphic with paint tins and brushes

5 common chalk paint problems and how to avoid ...

Troubleshoot poor adhesion, rough texture, bleed-through, streaky topcoats and lap marks. Learn where cleaning, stain blocking and paint choice can help.

5 common chalk paint problems and how to avoid ...

Troubleshoot poor adhesion, rough texture, bleed-through, streaky topcoats and lap marks. Learn where cleaning, stain blocking and paint choice can help.