DIY chalkboard paint recipe using unsanded grout
One of the easiest and most popular ways to make homemade chalkboard paint is by using unsanded grout. For this recipe, you will need:
- 1 cup of latex paint in any color you like
- 2 tablespoons of unsanded grout
Mix together the paint and grout until there are no lumps. Your homemade chalkboard paint is now ready to use. Apply to any surface that you want to turn into a chalkboard.
Make your own chalkboard paint with baking soda
Another popular way to make homemade chalkboard paint is by using baking soda. For this recipe, you will need:
- 1 cup of any color latex paint
- 2 tablespoons of baking soda
Mix the baking soda into the paint until there are no lumps. Once it is mixed well, your homemade chalkboard paint is ready to use.
Coat your surfaces with tinted chalkboard paint
If you want to add a colorful twist to your chalkboard paint, try adding some tint to your homemade recipe. You can mix any color of latex paint with the unsanded grout recipe or the baking soda mix recipe.
Add a few drops of food coloring to your mixture to make it even more colorful. The possibilities are endless for tinting your homemade chalkboard paint.
Upcycle old furniture with DIY chalkboard paint
One fun way to use your homemade chalkboard paint is by upcycling old furniture. You can easily turn a dresser, table, or any other piece of furniture into a unique and creative piece.
Simply apply the chalkboard paint to the furniture and let it dry. Once it is dry, you can write and draw on it with chalk. This is a great way to add some personality to any room in your home.
Use homemade chalkboard paint to create a chalkboard wall
If you want to take your chalkboard paint project to the next level, consider creating a chalkboard wall. This can be a great addition to any room in your home or even as part of an outdoor play area.
To create a chalkboard wall, simply apply several coats of your homemade chalkboard paint to a section of your wall, allowing each coat to dry before applying the next one. Once it is dry, you will have a large chalkboard wall that you can draw on to your heart’s content.
