Can you apply dark wax directly over Chalk Paint?

If applying the Dark Wax straight over Chalk Paint – will darken it more since the Dark Wax stains the paint when no clear wax layer has been applied. But if you have a piece of furniture or cabinets that will be handled a lot- it is best to still have a layer of clear wax.

Is Annie Sloan graphite black or GREY?

Graphite is a soft charcoal black Chalk Paint® colour inspired by Lamp Black, a traditional pigment. It works for many interiors from neoclassical to modern. When waxed, it becomes a beautiful black like dark slate.

Can you use Annie Sloan wax over regular paint?

The answer is 100% yes. Unlike latex, Chalk Paint® doesn’t have a finish built in. Think about what happens when you buy a gallon of wall paint from your local paint store. You choose your finish first (flat, semi gloss, gloss, etc.)

Which is darker graphite or Annie Sloan dark wax?

Click on photo to enlarge. Graphite is a soft black – which I like to compare to a dark slate color. It is made with purplish blues, browns, and is not completely black. When waxed with Annie’s Dark Wax- the color becomes even more richer and warm as shown above.

What’s the best way to use graphite over wax?

Using Dark Wax over Graphite richens it significantly and you may want to consider this as an option. For those of you just absolutely must have black- here are some options: 1. In a separate container, place some Dark Wax. Then add either Aubusson Blue or Napoleonic Blue Chalk Paint™ to it and incorporate well.

Do you use mineral spirits to clean Annie Sloan wax?

I also use Mineral Spirits to clean Annie Sloan Soft Waxes from my wax brushes. When you use Mineral Spirits cut the Dark Wax to make a glaze, I feel it is very important to NOT use the “green” (environmentally safer) brand of Mineral Spirits.

What kind of chalk paint is Graphite Black?

Graphite is a soft charcoal black Chalk Paint® colour inspired by Lamp Black, a traditional pigment. It works for many interiors from neoclassical to modern. When waxed, it becomes a beautiful black like dark slate. This product is not available to buy on our website in your country.