Chalk Paint vs Regular Latex Paint- TEST What is the difference? Chalkpaint verses Regular Latex!

UPDATE VIDEO POSTED! LINK AT END OF THIS VIDEO! Is it really that good? How does chalkpaint compare to regular old latex paint from which it is made anyway? Check out this side by side test comparison to see difference and decide if you want to go chalk or stay old school. #chalkpainttutorial #chalkpaint #diychalkpaint #chalkpainttips #chalkpaintprep #sandingchalkpaint #noprep #chalkpaintchallenge #chalkpainttest #chalkpaintvsregularpaint

[shannasalvatore]

I refinish furniture and I specialize in southern rustic pieces. I only use regular flat paint. As you can see, it gives a better distressed look with half the effort and time, and you can put a clear coat in matte finish over it (spay can) and it it hold better then chalk paint. I hate chalk paint, more expensive, more time consuming, and the wax to seal it costs more and takes more time. I personally thought the regular paint side looked better. The top didn't look no where near as patchy as the chalk side and weathered looked on the bottom half was beautiful compared to the chalk side.

[scotyfilms]

The main reason I use chalk paint is that you can paint over waxed and/or shiny surfaces.  You don't have to strip or sand the furniture first. Other than that, i think regular paint works fine.

[DeanneMariaCreates]

By using foam rollers you can obtain the professional finish whatever paint you use.

[lblueyedbabe]

Am I crazy lol I think the left side actually looks better....

[janedoe]

Oh my goodness, I never knew I could learn so many new things by watching YouTube. I just subscribed to your Channel and I appreciate you demonstrating the difference between latex and chalk paints. I’m planning on painting the wooden cabinet underneath my bathroom sink and I didn’t know which type of paint to use, but now I do! ♥️👍🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[lisac]

Long before I ever heard of chalk paint & didn't no what I was doing, I painted a chest of draws with white emulsion (latex paint) distressed it to shabby chic. I never even varnished it yet it lasted years.

[glenbutler]

Kudos to you for your trial and error approach.. many companies pitching product sponsorships are slowly replacing community information sharing forums.😥

[takeiteasy]

I tried French chic alfresco chalk paint on my composite plastic internal front porch door. It was dark red and I painted it in Wise old sage. It was scarey for the first 2 coats I thought I would have to buy a new door or just leave home before my husband got back from work!!! If it got a bit dry and draggy I just gently dipped the tip of my brush into a bit of water i had on hand in a pot, this technique was better as i could have more control over the paint and water ratio and it worked like a dream. It turned out fabulous and the colour is beautiful. I let it cure as suggested but it can easily be scratched off when I use keys and turn the handle if I catch it with my nails. Quick instant results though is what I wanted and I got it. I also did my wooden gate with exactly the same tub of paint it only took a short time and its great no problems.
I then bought an expensive wall paint, same brand, what an absolute nightmare never again. Even watered down it was really hard to use with a roller or brush. Finish wasnt great. But that's just me. I do like chalk paint for instant results though and I can change up furniture colours within hours. I'll stick with regular emulsion for now for my walls.

[ValarieEdwards]

I appreciate the side by side. Usually these versus videos omit vital information. Thanks!

[TreadTalk]

Cool chair, love the color combo! I’m so glad I found your video, we have a 1927 Buick w mohair interior that’s original and very bleached out. The mohair used to be a dark navy blue and while I plan on replacing the interior at some point, for now I’d like to spray dye the mohair just as you did here in the chair! Watching your video has given me the confidence to give it a go this fall!

[willow]

Thanks for sharing your personal experience. However, Chalk paint is only more durable IF it's sealed w/wax which is labor intensive & expensive. Annie Sloan's YouTube channel she explains all about her Chalk paints, how they work, the waxing process etc.

[pruzzilla]

When I see distressed furniture, I always think... why don't they paint that???? Has anyone tried mixing Flo in the chalk paint to help eliminate brush strokes? I'm going to do that this weekend on a few bathroom cabinets.

[marsieb]

You're not crazy, the left side does look better!

[PCHPatti]

Well done. Answered my questions about the two paints.

[benfuched]

Let me ask you something doll, why did you sand after you paint? Isn't fresh paint covering all surfaces the desired look?

[mindakahn]

Good tutorial. I stopped using chalk and milk paint years ago. Too unreliable. Latex is cheaper even the best. A tester pot of Farrow and Ball will do a piece of furniture and you can still wax and dust it.

[MultiScrappydo]

The thing that chalk paint is touted for is coverage. You could’ve taken a dark finish and showed coats of what it looked like to cover it.

[normanmiller]

I learned that you don’t paint up and down for chalk paint. You use a round headed brush to apply it. Also I learned that you should apply clear wax before you sand.

[Cass_]

I always used regular paint and never had any problems with it... the behr paint is thick and the coverage is good too. I think it can compete well with chalk paint

[dianevitale]

Several yrs ago, I painted two pieces of furniture in my bedroom, prepping well, using Valspar water base paint. Had asked someone in the paint dept of Lowes first which paint would give a durable finish. When all finished and completely dry.. quickly each time I opened and closed a drawer there was chipping at edges. Went back and asked the same guy if I should have used some type of top coat. He nixed that thought. Well, I lived with the flaws, however sometime in the near furniture there should be several pieces including kitchen cabinets to paint. I'd rather not have to wax as read once should with a chalk paint. It's important in the upcoming small house renovation to have a good look and durable. ???