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How do you whitewash brick with chalk paint?

Published in Painting 1 min read

Whitewashing brick with chalk paint is a simple process involving applying chalk paint and wiping off the excess to achieve a desired, subtle, aged look.

Here's a breakdown of the process:

  1. Prepare the Brick: Clean the brick surface to remove any dirt or debris.
  2. Apply Chalk Paint: Lightly dust chalk paint onto the brick. The referenced video segment highlights applying the paint "very lightly."
  3. Remove Excess Paint: Immediately wipe off the excess chalk paint. This is crucial to achieve the whitewashed effect rather than a solid paint coverage. The video emphasizes really easily wiping off the excess.
  4. Adjust and Repeat: If the effect is too subtle, repeat steps 2 and 3 until you reach the desired level of whitewashing. Remember, less is more; it's easier to add more paint than to remove it.

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