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Premium Chalkboard Paints for Walls, Furniture, Glass, and More
Our high-quality chalkboard paints are durable, easy to apply, and perfect for updating home offices, classrooms, or creative projects. Ideal for homes, schools, offices, and commercial spaces, they allow you to create functional, long-lasting chalkboard walls, furniture, and more with ease.
Types of Chalkboard Paints
Explore our full chalkboard paint range and choose the one that best suits your needs.Black Chalkboard Paint
Our original product provides a sleek black matt finish that transforms any surface into a fully functional chalkboard. Ideal for writing, drawing, planning, or teaching, it's perfect for educational institutions, home study areas, or creative corners. Magnetic strength: NoneUltra Magnetic Chalkboard Paint
For maximum magnetic functionality, choose our Ultra Magnetic Chalkboard Paint. Designed for heavier magnetic use, it’s perfect for holding multiple documents or tools that need to be regularly displayed and rearranged. Magnetic strength: Holds eight or more A4 papers and contains 75% magnetite.Super Magnetic Chalkboard Paint
This innovative paint combines the write-on/wipe-off benefits of a chalkboard with magnetic properties. Use magnets to pin documents, notes, or images directly onto the writable surface. Magnetic strength: Holds up to 5 A4 papers and contains 60% magnetite.Each product features a black matte finish and is ideal for functional displays in exhibitions, art workshops, classrooms, office planning walls, kids' playrooms, and residential spaces. For magnetic chalkboard products, you can choose the most suitable magnetic option depending on the strength of the magnets you use. Contact us, we're always here to guide you to the right product.
How to Apply Chalkboard Paint
Applying good chalkboard paint is a simple process. For best results:- Prime the surface: Use our chalkboard paint sealer to seal porous surfaces. This is an essential step in surface preparation to ensure proper adhesion.
- Apply two coats of chalkboard paint: Use a mohair, foam, or lint-free roller. Let the first coat dry before applying the second.
- Condition the surface: After 48 hours, rub chalk across the entire area and wipe clean. This prepares your chalkboard for use.
Surfaces Suitable for Chalkboard Paints
Our paints are highly versatile and can be applied to many non-porous, smooth surfaces. It is essential to prime the surface with a White Primer or another water-based primer before application. For indoor use only.- Chalkboard Paint for Wall: Ideal for collaboration, visual planning, and reducing paper use in your home, office, or classroom. It delivers a sleek, functional writing surface.
- Chalkboard Paint for Desk: Turn desks or tabletops into writable workspaces. Great for reminders, notes, or creative brainstorming.
- Chalkboard Paint on Wood or Furniture: Use on cabinet doors, toy boxes, or drawers to add functional or playful writing areas. This DIY chalkboard paint for furniture or wood is excellent for organization or children's play.
- Chalkboard Paint on Glass: Perfect for stylised modern decor or functional cafe signage. Create a chalkboard panel on glass partitions or windows.
- Chalkboard Paint for Smooth Non-Porous Surfaces: Apply to plastic, metal, or concrete for creative or professional projects. As long as the surface is smooth and primed, it’s ready for transformation.
Things to Know About Chalkboard Paint
- How to Use Chalkboard Paint?: Chalkboard Paint is ideal for writing, sketching, planning, and collaboration. Use traditional chalk and wipe off with a microfibre cloth for a fresh start each time.
- How Well Does Chalkboard Paint Work?: When properly applied, chalkboard paint creates a durable, easy-to-clean surface that resists ghosting and stays effective over time.
- What Paint Should I Use For A Chalkboard?: Choose from Black, Super Magnetic, or Ultra Magnetic Chalkboard Paint depending on whether you need a basic writing surface or magnetic functionality.
- How to Clean Chalkboard Paint?: Use a soft cloth or our Micro-Fibre Eraser Cloth to clean your surface. Avoid excessive moisture or harsh chemicals to maintain longevity. Read our full guide to cleaning a chalkboard.
FAQ's
Yes, chalkboard paint can adhere to metal. Nonetheless, a few considerations are important for ensuring effective bonding and longevity:
- Surface Preparation: Thoroughly clean the metal surface to eliminate any dirt, grease, or rust. Lightly sand the area to improve paint attachment.
- Primer: Use our White Primer, applying one or two coats as needed, which will create a bond with the metal. Once the primer is dry, proceed with two coats of chalkboard paint.
- Curing Time: After applying the paint, it is essential to allow sufficient time for curing before using the chalkboard.
- If skin contact occurs, wash the area with warm, soapy water.
- If the product comes into contact with the eyes, rinse carefully with clean water and seek medical attention.
- Keep children away from the area.
- Ensure the space is well-ventilated during both the application and drying phases.
Chalkboard Paint is predominantly black, resulting in a matte black finish after application. If color options are desired, we recommend our Clear Whiteboard paint which can be applied over any colored wall.
