Milk Paint vs Chalk Paint vs Latex

Milk Paint vs Chalk Paint vs Latex: What’s the Best Way to Paint Furniture? Check out how these top three types of paints were tested head to head as the best paint for redoing furniture.

Your time is valuable so pick the right paint for wood or laminate! She also shares whether to use milk paint or chalk paint for kitchen cabinets and the best paint brush for a smooth surface with less brush strokes.

[Zeracheil]

Thank you! I was leaning more towards latex simply because of the high color range compared to chalk. The lower price sure as hell helps to.

[debraridgeway]

I love how you answered each and every one of my questions on diy paint finishes for furniture pieces. I am looking forward to visiting some more of your informative and creative videos on your channel.🙋‍♀️♡

[ashleyhampton]

This was super helpful for a newbie! Most videos I’ve watched focused on chalk paint, but I’ve been leaning towards latex. I think I’m ready to tackle my first project!

[McGivernKingman]

Pro classic is a water-based oil paint. These paints harden like an oil with the convenience of water clean-up. I use Benjamin Moore's ADVANCE. I used to be a sign painter and always used oil based paints for longevity. Paint leveling is essential. Water-based Oils are the way to go.

[eftychiacipriani]

Well done! I love the way you explain each and the specifics. Very helpful!!

[vwatson]

Thank you so much! I’m totally new to this and was really confused. Thanks for explaining everything😊

[LKris-bppm]

I have been wondering the differences for a while now. Thank you so much for your video and all your research! You are super cute! I will be watching more of your videos soon!

[LolaSmollz]

Your T-shirt is my life motto, especially while I figure out the cabinet renovations 😭

[debbiepring]

Amy howard also has a chalky clear sealer.

[BS-dqkz]

I LOVE love love Sherwin Williams paint and the ProClassic is one of my faves! I like most of their paints to be honest, though, some more than others. Anyway, I agree with you on the ProClassic. It’s great stuff in my humble opinion!

As for chalk paint, I haven’t used it in such a long time. I didn’t have good luck with it several years ago and so I haven’t even try it again. I used Annie Sloan and the other brand I can’t recall but I felt neither of them went on smoothly enough for my liking. Then again, that was back when I hadn’t painted near as much as I have now. I would possibly like it better these days since I’m a little more experienced. Still not a professional;) I have been sincerely considering taking a chance on it again.

Is Annie Sloan your favorite chalk paint? I just find myself always buying a latex flat, matte or satin paint and I simply haven’t wanted to spend gobs of money on chalk paint again in case I still don’t like it. I’m trying to decide right now on what I want to use for this antique dresser that was my grandmothers. I don’t want to mess it up so I don’t think I’ll risk using the chalk on it.
Ugh. Decisions decisions. Lol
Thanks for the video.

[donnakeifer]

Loved the video, I'm going to get moving on my project. BTW, what paint did you use on your white hutch behind you in the video? Very nice

[ReadyEmKay]

Thank you much!!! I've been watching video after video trying to figure out what I want to use on some furniture and cabinets and this was the most helpful video I've found. Are there any special brushes you use with the ProClassic? Also, would you recommend some sort of top coat with the Proclassic for cabinets?

[Jade_]

Thank you for this helpful comparison.

[TateBugs]

You over analyze 🤣 then I don’t feel so bad. I’ve been heavily researching the differences for quite some time lol!!! Thanks for this video!

[alexandriamihalcik]

Great information! Thank you for sharing this comparison. I learned a lot!

[iamd-]

Can you please explain latex vs. Acrylic vs. Acrylic latex...I am so confused lol I need one of those shirts, I definitely over think everything and then confuse myself

[corinnefigueira]

so does the Sherwin Williams Pro Classic have less of a chance to yellow over time?

[zb]

What do u think about always using a kilz primer? What brush brand and roller do u like for furniture painting? I am going to try your sherwin williams with the top coat stuff.

[gailbader]

can you put wax on chalk paint and then put a layer of poly?

[Terryemj]

Hi, this was very helpful. I'm about to repaint my dinning table and chairs and not sure where to start.
The furniture is laminate. Should I light sand it first? Prime. Then use laminate I'm thinking.
Any advice on redoing laminate would be greatly appreciated.