Most young parents would have noticed that young
children seem to love to draw or paint on the walls, and it is really tough to
get them out of this habit. What if you could encourage it instead, by simply
creating a space for them where they can write or draw all they feel like? You
can turn any portion of wall or the entire wall itself into a blackboard by
using chalkboard or blackboard paint. The hardware store might even sell you a
small sample to try if you would like to test it out on a small space first.
Step 1: Much like any other painting project, the
space must first be cleaned of any protrusions or nails. After this, use a
rough paper such as sandpaper to remove dust and any loose particles.
Step 2: Depending on the type of surface, you may
require a primer to prepare the surface. This might not be necessary if you are
just converting a small portion of your wall, but do take an expert’s advice if
required.
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Step 3: Tape the edges using painter’s tape to give
you a clear edge to your blackboard area. This is especially important for
amateur painters and DIYers as we would not be able to get a straight lined
edge otherwise.
Step 4: Use a good quality paintbrush and apply a thick
coat of the blackboard paint.
Step 5: Wait for the paint to dry (give it at least 6
hours, or leave it overnight) and give it another coat for a smooth and glossy
finish.
Once dry, your blackboard is ready to use! This
process can be used even for making a to-do list in your kitchen or home
office, with some differences in preparing the surface where necessary. For
painting large surfaces, the B&D BDPR400
RapidRoller can make your job faster and lot less messy as well. Do check out
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