Introduction to Chalk Paint
A course by Neus Iserte , Content Creator
Learn to transform your old furniture and give it a new life with chalk paint
Learn to transform your old furniture and give it a new life with chalk paint
Do you know about the huge range of possibilities that chalk paint has to offer? Learn all that and more alongside Neus Iserte from Crea Decora Recicla, who is a specialist in the technique. In Spain, she was a pioneer in raising awareness about the material, making countless tutorials and videos to promote the merits of this wonderful, sustainable paint.
In this course, Neus teaches you the basics to transform your furniture and decorative items with chalk paint in a way that's quick, easy, and kinder to the environment. Learn simple techniques that get eye-catching results and breathe new life into your furniture.
What will you learn in this online course?
21 lessons & 24 downloads
- 99% positive reviews (411)
- 10,022 students
- 21 lessons (3h 14m)
- 24 additional resources (4 files)
- Online and at your own pace
- Available on the app
- Audio: Spanish
- Spanish · English · Portuguese · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch
- Level: Beginner
- Unlimited access forever
What is this course's project?
Transform a chest of drawers using various techniques and see how it changes depending on the color, the technique used, and the handles chosen. The processes involved can be applied to any piece of furniture.
Projects by course students
Who is this online course for?
Anyone who is eager to do some home improvement, surround themselves with more beauty, and live more sustainably by recycling their furniture and decorative objects. It is also for all decorating and craft lovers, of course.
Requirements and materials
You don't need any prior experience to take this course.
The materials you need for transforming your piece include brushes, chalk paint, wax, a few cotton cloths, and different colors of paint, depending on the technique chosen.
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A course by Neus Iserte
Neus Iserte is the founder of Crea Decora Recicla. This interior design lover and content creator started her project and online store in 2012, the same year she also opened her physical store and workshop dedicated exclusively to chalk paint.
She has worked with the most prestigious brands of chalk paint on the market and was a pioneer in Spain in raising awareness about this material, making countless tutorials and videos to promote the merits of this wonderful, environmentally friendly product.
Content
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U1
Introduction
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Presentation
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Influences
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U2
Preparation of material and part
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What is chalk paint?
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Preparation of the piece
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Brushes, brushes and paint preservation
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What are waxes and how to use them 1
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What are waxes and how to use them 2
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Choosing a style
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Choosing a color
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U3
Basic style: basic painting and waxing
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Materials
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Preparation of the piece and application of paint 1
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Preparation of the piece and application of paint 2
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Wax
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Finishes
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Wood effect
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U4
Aged effect
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Materials
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Preparation of the piece and application of the paint
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Waxed to create an aged effect
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Waxed finishes
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U5
Conservation and recycling
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Conservation of the piece and cleaning of the furniture
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Sign up for recycling
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FP
Final project
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Introduction to Chalk Paint
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FAQs
Domestika's courses are online classes that provide you with the tools and skills you need to complete a specific project. Every step of the project combines video lessons with complementary instructional material, so you can learn by doing. Domestika's courses also allow you to share your own projects with the teacher and with other students, creating a dynamic course community.
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The courses are divided into different units. Each one includes lessons, informational text, tasks, and practice exercises to help you carry out your project step by step, with additional complementary resources and downloads. You'll also have access to an exclusive forum where you can interact with the teacher and with other students, as well as share your work and your course project, creating a community around the course.
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carlaptalhadas
The course was detailed and the monitor explained all with detail and with several examples. The pace was the right pace to learn .
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val_rouby
Explications très claires et très structurées permettant de réaliser les différentes étapes nécessaires à la transformation d'un meuble avec de la peinture à la craie.
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elizabethcorraleszelaya
PlusBuen curso para iniciar en el mundo de la pintura a la tiza. Agradecida con la instructora por su mensaje claro durante las clases.
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jdulinska
Świetny kurs, bardzo pomocny, ciekawy i inspirujący :)
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lucylucas4
PlusTambién quiero solicitar que este curso sea más promocionado, ya que realmente fue una casualidad encontrarlo... porque es tan valioso para modernizar sin desperdiciar... para cambiar de color sin decapar... Gracias, mil gracias!...
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