A beginner's guide to Chalk Paint

Back to basics! Annie Sloan shows how to use Chalk Paint® to paint a small, shiny brown side table.

Step 1: No priming, no sanding, straight to the fun part! Start painting with Chalk Paint®.

Step 2: Once dry, apply a second coat of paint.

Step 3: Once dry, apply Chalk Paint® Wax with a brush or lint-free cloth.

Step 4: Finished! It's really that easy.

How to paint your kitchen cabinets with Chalk Paint

Annie Sloan shows you the fastest way to update your kitchen cabinets, by simply using Chalk Paint® and Wax! Annie Sloan developed her unique and versatile decorative paint, Chalk Paint®, in 1990. She wanted to create one paint that could achieve several different techniques and finishes - from creating a textured chippy look to achieving a smooth modern finish, or even creating a wash.

How to protect outdoor furniture with Chalk Paint

Annie Sloan shows you how to use Chalk Paint® Lacquer on top of Chalk Paint® to protect garden furniture from the elements. Chalk Paint® Lacquer is water resistant and has UV protection in it, meaning your furniture will be protected from water and the colour will not fade.

How To Use Chalk Paint Lacquer

Learn how to use Chalk Paint® Lacquer by Annie Sloan over Chalk Paint®! Use a Sponge Roller or Flat Brush depending on your preference and make sure to stir thoroughly before use. Then apply when you're ready! Chalk Paint® Lacquer is water-based, water resistant and has UV protection in it, meaning colours will not fade in the sun.

How to Paint with Chalk Paint in Lem Lem

Annie Sloan shows you how to paint with Chalk Paint® in Lem Lem, her special, limited edition colour in collaboration with Oxfam. Every pot of Lem Lem sold will raise vital funds for Oxfam, helping people beat poverty worldwide. Annie Sloan developed her unique and versatile decorative paint, Chalk Paint®, in 1990.

How to paint on marble with Chalk Paint

Annie Sloan shows you how to paint a marble surface using Chalk Paint®! As marble tends to be shiny, Annie recommends starting with a thin coat of Chalk Paint®. Painting marble isn't something everyone will want to do, but it's a brilliant way to update a piece if you don't like the colour!

How to create a two colour distress using Chalk Paint

Annie Sloan shows you how to create a two-colour distress using her signature technique and two colours from the Chalk Paint® palette! Annie developed her unique and versatile decorative paint, Chalk Paint®, in 1990. She wanted to create one paint that could achieve several different techniques and finishes - from creating a textured chippy look to achieving a smooth modern finish, or even creating a wash.

How to Paint Fabric with expert, Annie Sloan (Astar’s Place)

World renowned paint and colour expert Annie Sloan joins me for an in-depth lesson on how to use chalk paint.