Collection: Annie Sloan Chalk Paint™

What is Chalk Paint®?

Chalk Paint® is a decorative paint developed by Annie Sloan over 30 years ago. It very rarely requires any preparation, such as sanding or priming, and can be used indoors or outside, on just about any surface. It can revitalise old furniture, walls, ceilings and floors with ease. It's easy, fun and makes amazing results accessible to everyone.

"There's no need for tiresome priming and sanding you can get straight to the fun bit!" - Annie Sloan

With a colour palette inspired by 18th and 20th Century decor and design, you can easily mix the colours together to extend the range. Add a little water to it to make it smooth, thicken it up by leaving the lid off, make it into a wash by adding even more water. Use Annie Sloan Flat Brushes for a smooth look or her Pure Bristle Brushes for a more textured aged look. Apply Annie Sloan Soft Wax to protect your finish and add durability.

How to use Chalk Paint®?

As a rough guide, one litre of Chalk Paint® covers approximately 13 square metres, or the equivalent of a small welsh dresser or china hutch.

For most purposes, one to two coats of paint are enough. Chalk Paint® adheres to almost any surface, and there is rarely any need to sand or prime before painting. See ‘Dealing with stains coming through Chalk Paint®’ for when to prime or sand before painting.

To get started, tip the paint pot upside down and then open and stir well. Opening the lid can be tricky and Annie has produced her own tin opener which makes it really easy, and prevents the lid from buckling. If paint is too thick just add a little water and stir. For the best results, we recommend using a good quality paintbrush like the Chalk Paint® Brushes to apply the paint.

Always finish Chalk Paint® with either Chalk Paint® Wax or Lacquer for protection.

You can paint Chalk Paint® straight over Chalk Paint® Wax without removing the prior finish.