WALL PAINT

USING WALL PAINT ON FURNITURE OR KITCHEN CABINETS

Wall Paint is particularly durable, and it can be used on furniture, but it doesn’t offer the same adhesion as Chalk Paint™. We always recommend using Chalk Paint™ on furniture and reserving Wall Paint for what it does best—painting walls!

 

USING WALL PAINT ON PREVIOUSLY LACQUERED OR GLOSSY SURFACES

Annie Sloan Wall Paint can be used on previously lacquered or glossy painted surfaces, but it won’t have the same adhesion as Chalk Paint™. To increase durability, it’s recommended to use an appropriate primer as a base coat (or a layer of Chalk Paint™).

 

IS WALL PAINT BREATHABLE?

Wall Paint contains ingredients that make it very durable. It does not have the same breathability as Chalk Paint™. If you are painting lime plaster or other finishes that require a breathable paint, we recommend using Chalk Paint™.

 

HOW TO CALCULATE THE IDEAL AMOUNT OF PAINT?

2.5 liters of Annie Sloan Wall Paint will cover 27.5 m². Coverage will vary depending on the surface and application.

 

IS IT ONLY AVAILABLE IN MATT?

Annie Sloan Wall Paint is available in one finish: a luxurious, velvety matt emulsion with a slight sheen. This finish offers the best of both worlds to achieve a high-end aesthetic while ensuring that the wall paint can withstand the demands of a busy family home.

 

IS IT FREEZABLE?

Annie Sloan Wall Paint is sensitive to freezing and should be protected from low temperatures. Freezing will render Wall Paint unusable.

 

DO I NEED A MIXER?

Annie Sloan Wall Paint can be mixed by hand before each use, and a professional mixer is not required. Annie recommends using a mixing stick or the handle of a wooden spoon; just be sure to stir from the bottom of the tin to evenly distribute the pigments.

 

DO I NEED TO PRIME?

Knowing when to prime your walls can save time, money, and frustration. These guidelines are helpful for knowing when priming is needed before using Annie Sloan Wall Paint, but they are worth keeping in mind no matter what wall paint you choose.

Many priming needs can be reduced by thoroughly cleaning your walls before painting. Clean with a brush, then wash with warm soapy water or a mixture of vinegar and water, and let dry before painting.

As always, Annie recommends doing a patch test before painting to see if priming is necessary. Unlike furniture, where small patch tests are sufficient, walls will need a larger patch test because any effect will be less noticeable on smaller areas. Here’s when you should consider priming:

New plaster. Painting new plaster can create visible, uneven brushstrokes in the paint finish. To prevent brushstrokes from appearing on painted walls, you can use a specialized primer or create your own “mist coat.” A mist coat is simply paint thinned with water that acts as a primer. All you need to do is mix paint with water: as a rough guide, three parts paint to one part water should work.

Painted walls. If your walls are heavily stained and thorough cleaning doesn’t remove the marks (e.g., from nicotine or coffee splashes), consider priming. This is especially important if you are using a light or white shade. Yellow tones underneath can adversely affect the final color.

Gloss paint. To improve adhesion when painting over a highly glossy surface, consider using a primer.

Dramatic color change. When trying to achieve a drastic color change, such as from light to dark, dark to light, or painting with a bright color, it may be beneficial to use an undercoat before applying Annie Sloan Wall Paint. For example, if you are transitioning from a white wall to a bold color like Riad Terracotta, you may want to apply an undercoat in a similar color (or gray) to reduce the number of Annie Sloan Wall Paint coats required.

 

IS ANNIE SLOAN WALL PAINT DURABLE?

Annie Sloan Wall Paint is extremely durable and has outperformed competitors in independent tests. It has a washable matt finish. Just allow at least 14 days for curing before washing.

 

IS ANNIE SLOAN WALL PAINT ECO-FRIENDLY?

Annie Sloan Wall Paint is a water-based paint with low VOC content, created by a company committed to environmental protection. Low VOC means fewer unpleasant toxins in our paints, which is better for everyone. Annie Sloan Wall Paint is also certified as toy-safe, meaning the paint has been tested for toxic heavy metals that could harm your health and your family’s health. And of course, our tins are recyclable! We are continuously working to become a more sustainable company, and we welcome your feedback on how we can improve.

 

HOW TO AVOID AND CLEAN MARKS ON DARK WALL PAINTS

Annie Sloan Wall Paint is scuff-resistant, durable, and wipeable with built-in protective properties. When touching or rubbing dry painted walls with dirty hands, you may notice that darker colors show white, chalky marks where your hands have been. This is typical of matt paints made with darker pigments and is easily fixed. To remove, simply wipe with a damp or dry cloth. Do not wipe areas where Annie Sloan Wall Paint has not yet fully dried and cured.