I was going to use the old white color in Annie Sloan but after your comparison I may use the Rustoleum in linen white. I’m curious about the ingredients. And then of course you can mix the colors together to obtain new versions… And their matte sealer is fantastic! I painted a project without adding the water and it was so challenging to work with due to it being so thick. I will say this though, the Rustoleum can also be tinted, so even though you only see a half dozen colours on the shelf there is a light tint base and dark tint base. Rustoleum website (in Australia, at least, where I am) states "16% of the mixture consists of ingredient(s) of unknown acute toxicity". She sells a Polyvine was finish varnish for final finish. Or maybe go on a Target run?! I’d say you’d probably want to start with a good primer. Some colors just can’t be replicated, but it sure opens up a lot of possibilities! My “greatest generation” mom stopped using wax for a reason – it has to be re-applied every so often and doesn’t really protect as much as it should. Chalked paint can be distressed to achieve a vintage look that will last. I have all white furniture and all are used with chalk paint. Or kitchen cabinets. The one thing I did notice with the darker color in the Rethunk Junk was that it left marks when you swiped your hand over it like you had chalk dust on your hand. Just about to doing up furniture as a hobby. In a sense your “comparison” is a little like comparing oil based paint to latex. Nothing to complain about! JUST SAW, Most people that use Rustoleum end up coming to me and going with AS. The second coat seemed to cake up for me a bit, which I have experienced in the past with Annie Sloan paint. I grabbed an old table that worked perfectly for this little experiment and I got to work. Sounds like it didn’t hold up? Hi Sarah, Do you think the Rustoleum chalky paint would work on those ’90 curio cabinets? And I love the chalked spray paint. I do like the Annie Sloan colors – they are deep, with a rich tone. I haven’t tried either of these kinds, so this was really helpful. What/how do I do this? And I think you will love the White Linen for your nursery project. And my biggest recommendation would be to seal them with a clear polycrylic, don’t use wax. Which one do you think would be best on the rough masonry? Chalked Ultra Matt paint is an easy to use paint that dries to a velvety smooth matt finish. White Ultra Matte Spray Paint creates an ultra-matte finish with superior coverage and adhesion. ASCP colors allow for custom color creation which I greatly appreciate. Also available in a spray version and Chalked Decorative Glaze for antiquing. This doesn’t detract from the fact that I’ve found it decent as well. Thank you for telling me about the difference between AS and Rust-Oleum. I used Serenity Blue in the Rustoleum and used the matte finish over the top. Rust-Oleum’s Premium Synthetic brushes are ideal for applying Rust-Oleum Chalked Ultra Matte Paint. I seen above you mentioning the wax not protecting the bathroom vanities. I did 2 coats paint & 2 coats of their topcoat clear. Will this cover a office desk. It rejuvenates furniture and home décor with timeless elegance. Easy peasy! Thanks for the tip Mallory! to see localavailability, Need Help? I actually did it on this dining table, which you can see here: https://sarahjoyblog.com/chalk-paint-dining-table-makeover/ It definitely seals better than the wax and I agree, I don’t really like using the wax anymore either. So not a fan of Anne Sloan chalk paint. We are getting ready to do our kitchen cabinets and this helped us decide. Sarah, any experience with this before I jump in?! I have been considering trying my first Annie Sloan Chalk Paint project for months, and even stopped by a boutique shop. But I’m curious, what did you cover your cabinets with when you used latex paint? Local store prices may vary from those displayed. I saw some of the rustoleum chalked at Ace but the cautions seemed to be like other latex paint. It levels out the paint and looks like it has been spray painted. Okie dokie. Or bathroom vanity. Do you have any suggestions regarding black? I will try this. I used the Rust-Oleum paint and the spray finish on a piece of furniture. I’m wondering if I should do sizing with the leafs or use the tubes of gilding wax that Annie Sloan sells. It stunk. Have you tried the annie sloan lacquer vs the Rust-o-leum top coat? Latex is a liquid synthetic polymer that doesn’t adhere as deeply into the surface. I’ve even made my own chalk paint and wow, it was amazing . And it must be reapplied down the road. It seals much better than wax, in my experience anyway. Used it on a sofa table. I’ve never used Annie Sloan. enter the rustoleum clear matte finish! But it is thick and I felt somewhat hard to use. You just can’t beat the price and I found them to be very similar! Thank you so much for this. I will be trying my 1st project ever on an antique rocking chair I read so many bad reviews about chalk paint before so I was always a bit worried about trying it. I’m a pretty big behr fan but dont really have the ability to do my own comparison test!! Please call us at: 1-800-HOME-DEPOT (1-800-466-3337), Please enter in your email address in the following format: you@domain.com. You need some affiliate links for Rust-oleum! As a color consultant I step right outside those boundaries and can color that Rustoleum product into hundreds of different hues. Plus it mixed well with my Annie Sloan so that’s a nice bonus! Find helpful customer reviews and review ratings for Rust-Oleum 302591 Chalked Spray Paint, 12 oz, Linen White/White at Amazon.com. Thank you for this article, im new at chalk painting and appreciate your honesty on in this article. It was a big help. S Paint. I’ve used the RustOleum before and thought the same about the color choices. It is super helpful. I have always wanted to try using chalk paint and now I know which brand I will use. Thank you for your report. Final Thoughts: Spray Chalk Paint vs Regular Chalk Paint. I just wanted to mention the wax. Amazing Coverage Even Without Priming Hi, I just ran into your blog, and need an expert opinion. I am so confused- as I also tried Fusion paint. I have painted several pieces of furniture over the years. hope you used Benjamin Moore Advance… The ONLY paint to use on furniture and kitchen cabinets.. goes on like silk and no brush or roller marks. Extremely helpful go me. The Rustoleum doesn’t. Problem came when the new mattress didn’t fit! Thank you for explaining both products. I too have used both as well as another couple on the market chalk paints. Here goes the first coat of paint. haha! It’s just all the necessary data needed come to a conclusion. I’d say you will probably need an extra coat of paint on your chest of drawers, but other than that I think you’d be ok. What color are you thinking about using? She has received many compliments on the table. So much easier to use than poly and looks much nicer. Oh perfect, glad it came at a good time Jenn! I am going to paint my dining table and will try the rustoleum. Thanks again. Half the price, easier to apply, smoother and does not need to sealed. I’ve only played with it on small pieces. Can be applied to a variety of surfaces, such as wood, glass, metal, ceramic, and even plastic. I might finally break over and try the chalk paint after seeing all the input from you and other’s comments. I have a hall table to chalk paint and I’m not sure what to use! I use water base matte polyurethane. , I haven’t done anything else with that spray paint yet actually. I used both but I like Rustoleum better. But after I read this I’m definitely going to buy the Rust-Oleum. Thank you Sue. I have used rust-oleum for about 4 years our local hardware sells it for $13 It can be mixed in several different colors at a hardware store. Hi Sara My favorite chalk paint is still Annie Sloan chalk paint, however, you just can’t beat the price of the Rust-Oleum (less than $18 for a quart) and it has lots of other good features too. It looks a lot “whiter” then the AS. And i am really a big fan from annie sloan paint…..but i will try the rust- oleum now. Within a month most of the cabinets have chipped, peeling, and basically look awful! Fusion also is much better with the self leveling, and when I waxed over the Rustoleum, the paint actually came off, even after curing for days. Thanks for sharing! However, our local Aboffs that mixes Ben Moore mixes any color we want into the RustOleum base. That’s awesome Lisa, glad to hear it worked well for you!! Rethunk Junk has a color “Midnight” that is a pretty nice black. I love to have my choices!!! I really appreciated your comparison.Fixing to paint my first piece with rustoleom…Great article…. I have waxed the dresser but was wondering whether to try the clear coat on my bed . I’ve used both brands and though I think Annie Sloan gives better coverage it’s way too expensive. It holds up much better than wax in my opinion!! And what about the RO Glazes? And happppppppy Monday to you. This is really good to know. Thank you again , Have you tried the Black Dog Salvage Funiture Paint (from the Black Dog Salvage TV Show) It is also a one coat, no prep, low VOC paint. I have painted many pieces of furniture but have always used the Americana Decor chalk paint from Home Depot and really like it! Cate. I was leaning towards Rust-oleum for the price and after reading this blog even more so now. I know in my heart it will look fantastic but ughhh to make that first stroke with the brush!!! Overall I think the Rust-Oleum paint is just as good and for a much more affordable price point. I just want to share to tip that I learned on how to get rid of brush marks easily- use a brush (or aa roller) to apply the paint and then use a small DRY roller and lightly go over the painted area before it it dry. Has anyone used the Rustoleum spray chalk paint? Here’s the scoop on both paints from the Rust-Oleum website: Rust-Oleum Chalked Paint: Chalked paint is an easy to use paint for those DIY projects that dries to a velvety smooth matte finish. Good luck finishing it up–send me pics! It can be painted or distressed, giving any project a one of a kind look. Great to know… I was wondering if you have tried the furniture paint from Lowe’s? I am new to chalk painting. Drys with no brush strokes on second coat. Hi Sarah, I’m glad you went thru the hassle of starting this with us. I have high gloss kitchen cabinets in a dark color (Cheery wood) and want to paint them in light gray,any warning signs i need to know about?? Please do this in your next comparison. However, if I had to pick just one I’d go with the, Both brands also offer a protective top coat or wax, which is supposed to seal the paint and help protect against damage. When it comes to homemade chalk paints, my best luck has been using Liquid Pixie Dust. I have purchased and used many products from the UK and will continue to do so, but it doesn’t matter where a product is made, if a product works better AND saves money, I’ll purchase and use that product regardless of the place of origin. Let’s do this comparison! But you can have the Amy Howard paint tinted (locally it’s an Ace? anyways thts all! I will try the Rust-Oleum paint and hope it turns out good. OMG I haven’t tried making my own, but I totally want to! Can you tell me what clear matte sealer you used? Like you, on a trip to Home Depot we came across the Rustoleum chalk paint. Thanks so much for this post! I am also using Rust oleum, get an amazing matt finish, (especially love the cocoa, which is a light tape colour! And your right not sure why they say one coat coverage? I have used Annie Sloan and now bought some Rustoleum to apply. Adore Annie Sloan paint- but want to try a lower priced (but still good quality) product- great comparison! I’m so pleased I found your comparison Sarah! Still love AS Old White for a creamy vintage white. I want to paint a varnished fireplace without sanding and the marble hearth – in your opinion is this likely to work? My next question is if I’m painting a rocking chair would you recommend the paint or spray paint? I’m always just too and I don’t think verbiage has been wasted. They have quite a bit of water/sun damage over the years. I was wondering if anyone had used this product? I have found with any wax finish the longer it is “cured” the more durable it becomes. I will definitely be sticking with rustoleum for future projects. I’ve been using Fusion mineral paint for years, but based on this review I decided to try the Rustoleum on a desk I was taking from a mahogany wood to white. It can be painted or distressed, giving any project a one of a kind look with a vintage feel. Wondered if there was a good substitute for AS paint-glad to hear Rustoleum is comparable. Spray chalk or brush on chalk paint ? I’ve used the furniture pain & it works great if you like something with a little semi gloss sheen. Kathy. For added protection following application, use Rust-Oleum Chalked Clear Protective Topcoat brush-on. So, I found that the Valspar works really well too. They have a dark and a light tint base that can be turned into several colors, you can see the choices on a paint sheet in the store and chose your color from there. Thank you so MUCH for doing this! I also painted some big bookcases with Fusion and they turned out quite well. I liked the “no prep”. Wow you have painted a lot of great stuff Maria! I did a large MCM 8 drawer dresser with less than 8 ounces. Tks for the post though, makes me feel much better that I can’t buy Annie Sloan!!! Yes you can definitely use poly if you don’t have wax! And for the kitchen cabinets, I’d definitely wipe them down well with hot soapy water. Luckily, most people who try Rustoleum complain about it, and end up coming back to me for AS. Question: Do you think that I need to sand down again before starting over with another chalk paint? But I haven’t used it yet for something like that, so I can’t say 100%! Thanks for your great article! Linen or old white? What a very precise comparison!! It appears to be a composite material of some sort mimicking stamped concrete. So glad you went for it. I did have a bad experience with Rustoleum CP once -I’m guessing it was a bad can- because it clumped, had poor coverage and anything that touched the surface before topcoating stained it-even water, and I’d have to repaint that entire surface to make it match. If you found AS caking(?) The Linen White is a pure white without yellow undertones. The review was so well penned that I can easily make an informed decision. I just painted old TV cabinet with Rust-Oleum. Thanks for your post. Thank you so much for this video. Totally wipeable finish, very satiny smooth, and has held up well for a few years now. I used a paint brush by AS and a friend suggested using a sponge. I am late to the chalk paint wagon, but will be trying my hand soon! Ultra-Matte Interior Chalked Paint, Topcoat Clear is a soft matte topcoat that can be easily applied to any chalked surface. I have a dining room table, cabinet and chairs I would like to paint. Hi, it cost wasn’t a factor which one would you recommend ? Even after thoroughly dissolved, the molecules of those 2 products are drawn together and form tiny white clumps you have to sand off and are left with tiny white dots you have to touch up. I’d been informed that a quart would cover several pieces. I chose it based on the “no prep” method……. Both sides dried completely in about 20 minutes and were ready for the second coat. Depending on the article to be painted, I may prefer one over the other. This was such a great post, Sarah, thank you for your expertise! It “lives” on a screened porch. I want to paint upholstery and want to know whether I should splurge on Annie Sloan Chalk Paint or use Rustoleum brand. She also says her paint doesn’t need a finish wax (although she sells a big line of them). Just because it’s called “Chalked” on the front doesn’t mean it’s a purely water-based paint. Rust-Oleum® Chalked Protective Topcoat is a clear coating that is applied over Chalked Ultra Matte Paint. As for being chemical safe, it has very little to no VOC’s (depends on color) but Chalk Paint is baby & food safe, by European standards-which are way tougher than ones here in the US. I’m considering doing a dining table with leaves that hide underneath and I’m scared they will. I am painting my dining room hutch as I speak after already painting the table and chairs that go with it (I have had this set since the mid 80’s), and I’m almost done now. I just need to topcoat it tomorrow. I was going to say the same thing. The only thing I have to add is that if you purchase the Rustoleum Chalk Paint at your local hardware store they can tint it to any color. I love rustoleum chalk paint. Thank you! Chalked Paint provides one coat coverage on most surfaces without special preparation or priming. Thanks for ‘genuine’ comparison. Thank you!! It goes on so smoothly- no brush marks- no streaks- I did 2 coats on a drawer – did not prime, sand, nor cleaned it (that’s because I was just testing the color But I am not going to try another brand- sticking with Rust-oleum! I didn’t try the topcoat to see if it made a difference though. Wow what a great tip!! Support local small business and get personalized attention with your project! Again thank you! Help! I had read reviews about chalk paint n they were good. I’ve also used clear and dark paste wax as finish with the Rustoleum chalked paint with great success. It has some leaf effects begging for gilding. Excellent review! Thanks for sharing! Oh that’s awesome Rhonda! I haven’t done that much work with any of this. I was thinking of Annie Sloan Old White and use a sea sponge? I agree, I think the Rust-Oleum is a good alternative for the money. The clear wax on top of the Rustoleum was nice to protect this piece. Loves this paint and was curious about the Annie Sloan stuff. I don’t think rustoleum has a dark wax option like as right? Hi Sarah! Any tips plz. I loved it also. You apply a generous layer and don’t keep going over it. I have some General Finishes Chalk Paint right now and I’m getting ready to paint some bar stools with it, so we’ll see how that goes. Also, any issues with chipping? Hope u may enjoy as well, perhaps rustoleum spray on chalk paint vs canned chalk paint like Charcol mite be an i teresting experiment also. And I have to agree about the Old White–it definitely has a yellow look to it. I went thru the paces of getting AS and MH, but no one had it. I experienced “bleed through” with the Rustoleum but not the Annie Sloan. it looks beautiful, shows so much more corrector and it buffs out just like it did on your shoes. The pieces I’ve painted with Annie Sloan had to cure a week between coats or it would pull up the other color. That is good to know and Menards is SO good at mixing colors. It’s very forgiving and the finish flattens and smooths beautifully. I do like their colours better and I noticed the brush marks in the Rustoleum (but I would use a small roller not a brush). The price difference alone makes me lean towards Rustoleum so thankyou for confirming it isn’t a sub-par product. Hi Sarah , very interesting post, I am a Rustoleum fan through and through. Enjoyed the Annie Sloan and Rust-Oleum comparison. And idea appears and the job can be done because gravity is impulse in that doesn’t like long engagements. It looked fabulous and held up so much better than wax. Once it has cured it also is baby and food safe. Love it. Great comparison…thanks so much! Thank you! So, thanks so much! Menards mixed a color from another paint to get the color I wanted to Rustoleum chalk paint. So my conclusion is no matter how much they tell you no prep, you always need to clean a surface, do a light sand, and you always need to seal it if it is something like a kitchen cabinet with a lot of wear and tear. The only complication with odor is the Annie Sloan wax before it has cured. How do u wipe off if they get dirty I’m excited to start my projects! Rust-Oleum® Chalked Ultra Matt Paint creates an ultra matt finish with superior adhesion and coverage. If so, should I seal it with anything? Do I need to use a wax on the finished project? I’m soooo happy you did this comparison. Hi I really liked both brands but the rustoleum is cheaper by half. Thank you. I’ve been thinking about trying a chalk paint project and I appreciate the comparison. After the suggested 21 days for the wax and paint to cure, AS won’t peal or chip ever. One of the posters said that Rustoleum is really “flat latex paint”. Have you tried Frenchic paints? I think you’d be fine to use that spray paint on light fixtures. I just bought some Rust-Oleum ‘chalky – finish’ paint (I think the name is the clue) as I’d run out of Annie Sloan. Thank you for sharing your knowledge! Love both chalk paints, but I’m battling to find a supplier in the Western Cape South Africa! Now I want to repaint them a different color using chalked paint Because of the previously used RED paint, will the old paint color bleed thru to the new color? Thanks so much!!! Not to give you even MORE projects to try – but have your tried Amy Howard? Set your store Totally unbiased opinions were offered, I give this post extra kudo points for the fact she has been ride or die for 6 years with Annie Sloan paint (which is a beautiful paint line) but was willing to give another (beautiful) paint line a try, despite her connection with AS and went with truthful & factual pros and cons to the two. It has great coverage and is durable -I often use it inside and outside sides of drawers & inside cabinets without topcoating and it’s never scratched off. I’ve done several projects with rust oleum because it was cheaper, however I felt I used twice the amount of paint as Annie Sloan. What is your favorite brush when painting with Rustoleum Chalk Paint? That’s what I used on our fireplace and it worked really well. I read you comparison between Annie Sloan and Rustoleum. So cost aside, which is a better paint finish. Di. I had to check it out…they had a color I liked (which made my decision very easy) and the price can’t be beat-seriously!! The can says light use in 3 days and cures in 7 but I’ve found that it reaches maximum hardness in 30 days. I agreed all so that rust -oleum paint is great! AS is about twice as expensive and I just don’t feel like it’s worth the price in my opinion. Thank you so much! My question is, do I need to sand the entire piece between coats and before waxing for a smoother finish? Thank you so much for your insightful and detailed blog comparing Annie Sloan Chalk Paint and Rustoleum Chalk Paint. I had been wondering for a while on the difference in paints! I have seen some people say it’s hard paint to work with , I like the rust oleum. Good luck on your project! Great blog! I have painted a brick fireplace and I shared the tutorial here: https://sarahjoyblog.com/paint-brick-fireplace/. I’ve used the Rustoleum Linen White on an old blanket box with so many marks and scuffs before it was painted and after many months it’s still going strong with no stains peeping through x. haha glad you like my two tone table Helen! Mostly now though I just use latex satin paints, usually Valspar from Lowe’s, but others work too, and mix in purchased chalk powder. most of the time I just use a low grit sandpaper! I’m nervous to utilize the topcoat from Rustoleum… I’m not sure what to do! Now I mat get started tomorrow. it didn’t work as well for me. There ARE chemical limitations in the color spectrum, but if you find a good consultant, he or she should be able to color that product to suit you! I have begun using rustoleum ALMOST religiously, I keep a linen white and charcoal in my garage at all times. I’m sooo disappointed with the way my hope chest is coming out. whats featured in the main picture would be a good white…What I got was a dark coffee and cream which in some light looks like a bit of grey cement added in – distressed lamp – the style and material are perfect – the color is a mess. I used it on my bathroom vanity and it’s held up great. I always use RO lacquer over AS. My new favourite. As for our local AS stockist….they went out of business and the next closest is 45 minutes away. Thank you for the comparison. I did that last time (latex) and found it rubs off with waer (around hardware). Make sure to save the code if you may need more than a can. -> Is it okay if I can apply polycrylic sealer (of any finish) in case I dont have wax. It brings new life to tired and worn pieces in timeless color s. That works really well too! That was great that you used a side-by-side view. I’ve never done a black chalk paint–but like Maria said in the comment below I’m sure the dark wax would just deepen the color that much more! I also found it to be very thick and ended up having to sand down a few spots and repaint because of the gloppiness (is that a word) and then came the wax – oh no . Here’s the table I used for this project. Any opinions would be appreciated. It won’t hold up! I’m looking for a soft ivory and the rustoleum seems too white.. any advice appreciated – love the lamp not the color and it took us 2 years to settle on this…I’m picky. Primer should be zinzzer the red can.. then paint.. works fantastic.. Valspar makes a spray chalk paint. I have never used AS, but am loving the Rustoleum products. Awesome! Good luck on your Hoosier cabinet, I’m sure that will be a beauty when you’re done. They have it here in our Home Depot Your blog is my new fav!! It comes in satin or matte. I started with Rust-oleum when I first tried chalk paint and really liked it (especially the low cost!) About to do a kitchen table. Hello Sarah. Chalked Ultra Matte paint is an easy to use paint that dries to a velvety smooth matte finish. Rust-Oleum ® Chalked Decorative Glaze allows you to add a custom antiqued finish to any Chalked painted surface. I think this one will go in the garage for now. The polycrylic doesn’t yellow and it was a great choice. I find the chalk powder offers as smooth of a finish as rustoleum, zillions of colors and much less hassle than AS paint. Particularly happy that you used a difficult darkish table. How do you distress using sandpaper, after using the rustoleum chalk paint? It is supposed to be all black but it arrived with thin red lines encircling and outlining the panel. Thank you for this post! It doesn’t have the same base or binders as actual Chalk Paint does. Hi Rust-Oleum is a great option. For homemade the Pixie Dust makes a beautiful, very durable chalky paint that has great coverage and goes a loooong ways. It is super matte finish latex paint. 4)seal with polycrylic sealer. I need to try this “wax” you can brush on–sounds amazing and so much easier to use than the AS wax. I was surprised at how smoothly it went on and how easy it was to use. See the full line of Chalked Ultra Matte Paint here: http://bit.ly/1R4YKp8Chalked Ultra Matte Paint is the easiest way to transform your outdated furniture.

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