![]() But if you apply polyacrylic or lacquer, it will not be a problem. If you apply wax, you may need to reapply it from time to time. Chalk paint can be sealed with wax, lacquer, or polyacrylic. SealingĬhalk paint needs to be sealed because it is water-soluble and can be peeled off. This can change according to the brand you are using. Additionally, if you use latex paint, you will have to apply 3 coats of it. Wait for 1 – 2 hours before you apply the second coat. It only takes 2 coats to get full coverage, with or without a primer. Coverageīoth chalk and acrylic paint have better coverage. Allow a curing period after drying the paints. The drying time is almost the same for acrylic and chalk paint. These are necessary to adhere acrylic paint to the surface. Follow the same preparation steps when applying acrylic paint. However, for durability, it is better to clean the surface with water and soap first and sand the surface. If you are interested to know more about acrylic house paint and its pros and cons read my following article: Pros and cons of acrylic house paint (and how to choose) PreparationĬhalk paint does not require you to prepare the surface, such as sanding or applying a primer before painting. However, you can get close to the chalky finishing by sanding the acrylic paint surface. But it does not have the chalky, rustic finish of chalk paint. They can be bought in matte finishing or gloss finishing. Acrylic paints can have a versatile finish. FinishingĬhalk paint gives a vintage, rustic, shabby chic finishing to furniture or crafts. They can be used for visual arts or decorative purposes. They can be painted on canvases, furniture, or any crafts. Characteristic Chalk paint Acrylic paint Composition A mixture of water, calcium carbonate, or plaster of Paris and paint Emulsion of acrylic polymer, pigments, and additives Uses Used for decorative purposes, usually on furniture Used for visual arts and decorative purposes Can be used on any surface Finishing Gives a chalky, shabby chic, vintage look Gives a matte or gloss finishing Preparation Clean the surface and sand, and apply the primer (not necessary but better if done) Clean the surface and sand, and apply the primer Coverage Two coats needed to cover the surface Two coats needed to cover the surface Sealing Need to seal with a topcoat (wax, polyacrylic, or lacquer) Topcoat is optional (polyacrylic or polyurethane ), but better if applied Durability Excellent Excellent Drying time 1 – 2 hours 2 hours Average price/ oz 1.86 $/ oz 1.50 $/ oz Comparison of chalk and acrylic paint CompositionĬhalk paint is used for furniture or crafts and not on canvases. You will find the paint for your need easily. What are the differences between chalk paint and acrylic paint?īelow, I have put down a handy chart, so that you can easily compare the differences between the two paints. You can find a detailed comparison of each water-based paint and acrylic paint including a nice summary with a handy chart. I have written a whole article comparing all the water-based paints to acrylic paint. Also, they have different curing times which preserves the paint. ![]() Chalk paint is generally expensive compared to acrylic paint.īoth of these paints need some work to make them durable. Acrylic paint has an acrylic polymer as a binder and generally has a shiny finish. Chalk paint has calcium carbonate, giving the vintage or shabby chic finishing. But they are different in many aspects.Ĭhalk paint and acrylic paint mainly differ in composition and finishing. Both chalk paint and acrylic paint can be used for decorative purposes. We can achieve any look we want if we choose the right paint. Painting is an essential part of any decorative piece.
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