This product is generally self priming, however, sometimes an undercoat may be required.

Previously painted substrates
As above, except if the surface has a high gloss coating already on it, give it a light sand to allow a “key” for the Chalk Emulsion™. Previously painted surfaces with loose, peeling or flaking paint must be made sound by scraping off loose paint. Fill nail holes and cracks with suitable filler, sand and dust off. Furniture previously finished with an oil or wax finish should be stripped or sanded to remove all previous coatings.

Complementary products
Porter’s Black Antique Wax (PZ5-P1203), Porter’s Bee’s Wax (PZ5-P1205), Porter’s Lime Wax (PZ5-P1204). A selection of premium grade wax polishes made with the finest Australian bee’s wax. Pack sizes 225g.

Wipe down the surface with a damp cloth, as the surface must be free of dust, grease, dirt etc.

Do not apply paint if Relative Humidity is above 85% or temperature is within 3°C of Dew Point. Do not apply if the surface temperature is greater than 30°C or below 10°C, or likely to fall below 10°C during the application or drying period. Stir thoroughly prior to use. Apply two coats by brush, spray or a medium nap roller. Best results on furniture are achieved when using a brush. Touch dry in 30 minutes. Allow minimum 2 hours dry time between coats. Allow 6 hours dry time. Please note that how many coats you apply is optional, you can build up the texture with 3 or more coats, or 1 may be sufficient to get the look you are after, it’s up to you. Most commonly two coats are recommended. This product can also be thinned with water, or thickened slightly by leaving the lid off and allowing evaporation.

To create a "distressed" look
A “distressed” look is simple. The first step is to determine what you'd like the finished piece to look like. If underneath the distressed areas you'd like to see an old paint colour, as if the piece has been painted many times over, you'll need to paint two colours. Consider a brighter colour for the base coat so it shows up well as it peeks through the top coat. If you want the rubbed-off areas to reveal bare wood, the technique requires only one or two coats. You also need to decide whether to add a wax to it afterward, which will add depth to the colour(s) you've selected. Once the Chalk Emulsion™ is dry, use sandpaper or steel wool to rub down paint to your desired finish. Cut back the areas which would naturally be worn down with time, such as edges, or where the object would be touched or carried. Practice and testing is important prior to distressing your finish.

Finishing
Porter’s Paints have a series of waxes that create gorgeous antiqued finishes. For a simple, clear waxed finish, use Porter’s Bee’s Wax. For a white antique effect, try Porter’s Lime Wax – this leaves a white residue behind, especially effective over heavily carved or detailed timberwork, where the white stays in the “valleys” or recessed areas. There’s also Porter’s Black Antique Wax, which is dark and gives a wonderful aged finish over the paint. Use alone, or in combination. Porter’s waxes can even be tinted with universal tinters. For example, try adding a few drops of burnt umber to the Lime Wax. Apply with a soft cloth, or fine steel wool. The finishes are endless.