Use and Care Manual
TECHNICAL DATA SPC-18
SPECIALTY
CHALKBOARD PAINT
Form: GDH-338
Rev.: 042914
1
.DESCRIPTION AND USES .
Chalkboard is an ultra-hard scratch resistant finish that allows
you to create a unique writeable-erasable surface. Chalkboard
paint can be applied to wood, metal, masonry, drywall, plaster,
glass, concrete, terra cotta, paperboard and hardwood.
Products are formulated with slate-like materials. It provides
the perfect surface for chalk writing on walls, doors, tables,
cabinets, picture frames, flower pots and more. It’s also ideal
for resurfacing ping pong tables.
.PRODUCTS .
SKU Description
206438 Flat Green
206540 Flat Black
..PAINTING APPLICATION .
SURFACE PREPARATION
Remove loose paint and rust with a wire brush or sandpaper.
Lightly sand glossy surfaces. Clean with soap and water, rinse
and let dry.
WARNING! If you scrape, sand or remove old paint,
you may release lead dust. LEAD IS TOXIC. EXPOSURE TO
LEAD DUST CAN CAUSE SERIOUS ILLNESS SUCH AS
BRAIN DAMAGE, ESPECIALLY IN CHILDREN. PREGNANT
WOMEN SHOULD ALSO AVOID EXPOSURE. Wear a
NIOSH-approved respirator to control lead exposure. Clean up
carefully with a HEPA vacuum and a wet mop. Before you sand,
find out how to protect yourself and your family by contacting the
National Lead Information Hotline at 1-800-424-LEAD or log on
to www.epa.gov/lead.
..PRODUCT APPLICATION (cont.) .
PRIMING
Use of Painter’s Touch
®
or American Accents
®
latex primer
provides superior adhesion and hiding and is especially
recommended for bare wood and metal. You can apply
Chalkboard Paint 2 hours after applying the primer. After
priming bare wood, sand lightly to smooth out the surface.
APPLICATION
Mix thoroughly to ensure any settled pigment is re-dispersed.
Thinning is not required. In hot, dry conditions, you may thin up to
2 oz. per quart with water to extend dry time. Use a good quality
synthetic brush, ¼” to ⅜” nap roller or a foam roller designed to
give a smooth finish. Avoid excessive brushing or rolling. Use
light, even stokes to ensure an even and the smoothest finish.
DRY & RECOAT TIMES
Dry and recoat times are based on 70ºF (21°C) and 50%
relative humidity. Allow more time at cooler temperatures.
Dries to touch in 30 minutes, to handle in 2 hours and is
fully dry in 2-4 hours. May be recoated after 4 hours.
CLEAN UP
Clean brush and other application tools immediately with
soap and water. Properly discard empty container.
CONDITIONING AND USE
After 3 days, the chalkboard finish is ready for use. Before writing,
condition the surface by rubbing the side of a piece of chalk over
the entire surface and erase. This will leave a coat of chalk dust
that will provide the best erasability. Chalkboard can be wiped
clean with a damp cloth. Wait 7 days after painting before wiping
it down. Repeat conditioning step after cleaning.