B&T Chalk Furniture Paint will adhere to most surfaces, including wood, matt plastic, walls, metal, brick, concrete, stone and tiles.

We do not recommend using B&T Paint for countertops where food is prepared.

Yes however, painting wood that has been oiled or stained can draw the colour up through the surface and into the paint.  This can cause patches of staining. Some woods such as Oak or Mahogany also contain tannins, which will need to be sealed first with a stain blocker or primer. We recommend a water-based primer/stain block or shellac. If not treated prior to painting the tannin may leach through the paint producing a brown or orange stain.

This can also occur if you’re working with new, untreated pine, with visible knots in the wood. If this happens after using B&T Chalk Furniture Paint, you must apply a stain blocker to the whole area to avoid it becoming patchy and then reapply your paint.

Yes. I light ‘scuff’ sand is recommended to roughen up the surface and allow the paint to adhere better.  This will give the surface some added tooth.

Yes, simply dampen your fabric first with a fine spray to ensure even coverage. Dilute your paint slightly with water and paint your fabric using a paintbrush. You can leave the surface as it is, or seal it with wax to create a soft leathery finish. 

Please note – natural fabrics works best

Fabric can even be dyed with B&T chalk paint by diluting it in a tub of water and dip dyeing your fabric.

You must treat rust before applying B&T Chalk Furniture Paint  with a suitable rust inhibitor or primer. Peeling paint must be sanded or stripped away before painting.

We recommend B&T Chalk Furniture Paint only to be used for pieces that are outside and undercover, for example on a covered deck. The paint must be sealed with B&T Clear Top Coat rather than B&T Wax. B&T Chalk Furniture Paint is likely to fade in direct sun as it is not weatherproofed and is not specifically designed for outdoor use.

You may choose to paint something that is exposed to the outdoor elements however you will find it will need a fresh coat of paint periodically compared to items kept undercover or indoors.

Yes, you can paint your kitchen and bathroom cabinets, no problem. B&T Chalk Furniture Paint will adhere to most surfaces, however solid wood cabinets of Oak or Mahogany will need a stain blocker to prevent any tannin leaching through the paint and causing a brown or orange stain.

B&T Paint will work over lacquer, polyurethane and oil based paints. Melamine, Laminate or non-porous surfaces work best if given a light scuff sand to help the paint adhere better to the surface. Make sure  the paint fully dries between coats.

Always give the surface a good clean with either methylated spirit or sugar soap solution to remove any built up grease or oil from previous cooking. Then wipe down with a wet cloth and allow it to dry completely.

We recommend sealing B&T Chalk Furniture Paint with B&T Clear Top Coat to give your cabinets a long lasting finish that can be easily cleaned and wiped down. Allow your cabinetry to cure for a few days before using.

We do not recommend B&T Chalk Furniture Paint to be used on countertops where food is prepared

Yes, B&T Paint can used alone for a matte finish or sealed with B&T Clear Top Coat or wax.

Yes B&T Paint can be used on both wood and concrete floors.  Always test an area before painting to check for tannin leaching.  We always recommend sealing with Clear Top Coat to give the most durable finish for high traffic areas such as floors.

Yes, B&T Chalk Furniture Paint will need to be thinned out with water prior to using in a spray gun. Check the spray gun manufacturer for their recommendations.

Yes B&T Paint can be used on tiles, however it should be more for decorative purposes.  Our paint is not intended for tiled areas with frequent exposure to water, or where a build up of oil or grease may occur, thus requiring harsh cleaners.

Yes B&T Paint can be used as a chalkboard.  Do not seal your Chalk Furniture Paint and then the surface will have a matt velvety finish which can be drawn on with chalk.