I Joined the Chalkboard Bandwagon

We all know that chalkboards have been super popular lately.   I finally decided to try my hand at making one.   Last year I found the perfect frame for a chalkboard, but I tucked it away.  

 



The frame is wood.

I'm not sure what this was in a previous life.

I thought it may have been a perpetual wall calendar, but I really do not have a clue.

 

I thought it would be perfect for a chalkboard because

there is a space between the wood frame and the backing

 where a chalkboard could easily slide into.

and

there is also a groove on the bottom piece that would be perfect to hold chalk.

 

 

 

 

I've been afraid to try chalkboard paint.

I tried the spray can kind last year and could not get an even coat to save my life. So this time, I moved on to the brush on kind and I love it.   I cut a piece of thin wood to fit inside of the frame and I gave it three coats of chalkboard paint. I allowed a day for drying in between each coat. (that's what the directions said to do)   While that was drying the first day, I removed the backing from the frame, then sanded and painted it white. I distressed the frame and gave it a protective matte finish.    

    On the third day, I placed the chalkboard in the frame and replaced the backing.   

I'm pleased with the end result and I'll definitely

use the brush on chalkboard paint again!

 

 

 

 

Have you made a chalkboard?

If so, have you had good luck with the spray can kind

or do you use the brush on kind?

 

I'm curious to hear your opinion.

 

 

'til next time,

 

 

Linking to:

 My Repurposed Life

Knick of Time Interiors