Also, my cats love to sleep on these chairs and I am a little worried about the wax rubbing off on their fur over time. You have really educated me on the options and the best products for the jobs! I use a cheap rag that I can toss when I'm done! Can I apply wax after poly? Or do I have to sand and repaint them again? 2- chalk paint. Thanks again. Good luck! Was the top done with Rustoleum oil-rubbed bronze metallic spray paint? As they will be outside in rain, snow, sun...I want to make sure they stand up well to the elements. Have I permanently messed up? If I want the dark wax to give me color...will this process still work? Now I do not know what to do as I don’t like the feel of the chalk dresser without a top coat. !I am in the process of redoing my bedroom furniture ...very old cherry type traditional look to a more updated coastal style bedroom. You might be able to lightly sand the poly off and then either re-apply with a lighter touch or use wax. As an Amazon Associate, this blog earns from qualifying purchases. Hello, Your post was very helpful. I used this on my dining room table and I am still thrilled with the results. It's water based and I've had no yellowing with it like has occured with other water-based polys.Oh, I've also wiped it on with a soft rag and with staining pads without having any streaking. (fyi I am going to be painting a dark wood twin bed white)2. Then you can follow up with your paint of choice. Or that piece you spotted in the thrift store that was a fabulous price but was covered in water rings and spots...not a problem when you cover it up with a couple coats of chalky paint! Annie Sloan is the only one on this list that I have never used. Flat Out Flat dries in about two to four hours under normal conditions.cleanup is easy with warm soapy water. It’s certainly not a go idea if the chalk painted item is in a high traffic area. Wax is rubbed on/buffed off, poly is brushed on. Just keep in mind that WAX IS ALWAYS LAST.Just like when you wax a car, wax is the very last thing you do for a beautiful finish and protection. Any advice? Can You Put Polyurethane Over Chalk Paint - Though the paint is a bit thicker than latex, then it does not necessarily cover 1 jacket? Give the wax a couple weeks to cure and then apply the polycrylic. I'm planning to use it for coffee mugs and wine glasses. Thank you so much Mary! Wow! Have fun painting! It depends on the humidity levels and temperatures. I didn't realize there were more durable finishes for dining table... Can i add something on top without ruining it? They are permanent unless you paint over them. I've heard very good things about DecoArt's new line of satin enamel paints...made specifically for cabinets! Your post was really helpful but I am stuck in knowing what to do next with a dresser I am redoing. To seal your outdoor calk painted projects, use a poly. The finish is crystal clear and  dries quickly. I like the way the chalk paint looks as is, but I put it on kitchen cabinets and want to make sure the finish doesn’t get damaged from day to day use. What do you recommend What's the deal with the different wax colors? Take a teaspoon of mineral spirits and add it to the wax. Have a nice day! Hello Cindy I chalk painted my laundry room cabinets and then I applied a clear satin polyurethane top coat but it left the cabinets streaky :( What can I do because I don't like them this way. No, wax should always be last! I have the wipe on that does not yellow. I'm so confused as to what to use different people say different thing. I need your help!! I have done this to adjust colors and it works! Am i able to polyurethane it although I already waxed it? For a top coat, I use just a cheap chip brush. You should spray these painted surfaces with a top coat whether it be the spray cans or your own hvlp sprayer(please don't use an airless sprayer if your trying to get personal results(these are made for large areas outside such as fences and not for fine woodwork). Any cookies that may not be particularly necessary for the website to function and is used specifically to collect user personal data via analytics, ads, other embedded contents are termed as non-necessary cookies. Hi Cindy! And do you think it will work over the other pieces without any priming? The process of painting a piece of furniture can be time-consuming. Otherwise, please look for my response under the post where you left it! Do you think it will work over the chalk paint? If you find the wax to still be too hard add a tiny bit more mineral spirits. You can read that post here http://www.diybeautify.com/2014/07/refinishing-dining-table.html. With the ease and versatility of all the chalk and refinishing paints on the market, it can be an easy choice for your next project. Help spread the word. Haven't used it yet. Thank you so much!!! Michelle, I'm so glad my top coat options post was helpful for you! Normally, a week should be fine for the chalk paint to cure before adding a protective top coat. Cindy I have chosen this post as my feature this week at the Sweet Inspiration Link Party. I'm planning to use soft wax, clear and dark on it. Just remember that all images and text on this site are property of DIY beautify. /Becky blmurphy1965@gmail.com, Hi Cindy,I would like to ask your opinion. My guess is that the light wax was not enough protection! The sanding exposed the original paint and it looks terrible. What should I use as a top coat for them outside? Now I have to re-sand it, thankfully its just one leg and the bottom side of the coffee table but still it stinks. For wax, I do like to use a round brush or one with a short, flexible handle (Wooster sells some here https://amzn.to/2EcK0FS). I'm talking dining and kitchen table tops that are used multiple times a day. Thanks for sharing. Creating a beautiful home on a budget IS within reach! It’s the perfect option for a dining room table. Maybe a Google search will help? I used it on stained wood before but never chalk paint. Polycrylic is a one and done type of product, unlike a chalk paint wax that you’d have to reapply every few months. I'm renovating a kitchen dresser with a hutch (first time ever using chalk paint). If it’s a small touch up I usually paint over the poly. Thank you so much for sharing your experiences and knowledge, you’ve been more helpful to many of us than you could know. Some are just better options for others but water-based and oil-based polyurethane can go over chalk paint just like latex paint. General Finishes High Performance Top Coat. Nice post. 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