Make Your Own Chalkboard Paint

Material:

3 teaspoons acrylic paint [colour of choice]
1 1/2 teaspoons glazing medium [water based]
1/2 teaspoon powder tile grout [Not Sanded]

How to:

The single most frequently asked question is where can I buy coloured chalk board paint? Unfortunately, this product
was discontinued a few years back and I have not been able to find another... so with a little effort, I managed to put
together a recipe that works! Now you can make your own chalk board paint in any colour you choose and don't have
to settle for the standard black and green.

Mix together all of the ingredients listed above, blend really well and that's it. You now have chalkboard paint! You
should only mix as much as you will need for your project. It doesn't keep well, but can be stored in an air tight
container for a few hours. After a longer period of time, the paint will begin to thicken a little and become a bit brittle.

Helpful Hints:
Apply your paint with a regular paint brush and allow each coat of paint to dry completely, before applying the next.
After each coat of paint, gently sand the paint with a 400 grit or higher grit sandpaper and wipe away any dust. This
will help keep your painted surface nice and smooth.

You also need to condition your chalkboard, once you have finished painting. Be sure your paint is completely dry.
Place a piece of chalk on the side and rub over the entire chalkboard surface, covering the entire area with chalk.
Using a felt cloth, wipe off the chalk you just applied. With a slightly damp cloth, wipe the chalkboard clean.

Now your chalkboard is ready!

Pictures of Chalkboard projects I like: