Making Chalkboard Paint with Grout

 

1

Have your surface ready to paint. This recipe dries quickly; you won't be able to store the paint for later use. Have your work surface covered and your brushes laid out. 

If the surface you are going to paint needs to be sanded or cleaned, do this now.[6]

This recipe is perfect for making DIY chalkboards.

You can use this recipe to paint furniture as well.

2

Mix some grout with water. Place 2 tablespoons (30 grams) of non-sanded grout into a mixing container. Stir in 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) of cool water. You want the consistency to be smooth.

The container needs to be large enough to hold at least 1 cup (240 milliliters).

 

3

Stir some paint into the grout mixture. Pour 1 cup (240 milliliters) of latex or acrylic paint into the grout mixture. Stir it in well until the consistency is smooth. You will need to stir for a good 5 minutes or so.[7]

 

4

Apply two coats of paint. Use a paintbrush or a foam brush to apply your first coat of paint. Let it dry for a few hours, then apply a second one.[8] You can use acrylic or latex paint.[9]

If you are painting a DIY chalkboard, consider using dark green or black paint.

 

5

Allow the paint to cure for 3 days. This is very important. If you use your surface too soon, the paint may come off or turn gummy.[10]

 

6

Condition the surface if you are using it as a chalkboard. If you plan on using your surface as an actual chalkboard, you should prime it. To prime the chalkboard, simply coat the entire surface with a piece of chalk, then wipe it off with a dry cloth.[11]

Skip this step if you painted a piece of furniture that you don't plan writing on.