Preparing furniture to be painted is pretty straightforward: Chalk paint can adhere to most surfaces, so there’s no need to ...

Wood furniture is often coated with finishes ... For a farmhouse feel, use matte chalk paint and distressed edges. Experiment ...

Instead of retiling a bathroom, you can follow a simple pattern with chalk paint. “Use it on the sides of baths, on floors, or furniture—you just need to seal in with clear lacquer,” says Sloan.