house designs:how to make a chalkboard wall

          So,you have decided to have your first chalkboard wall. 

 Great it’s really a smart choice, considering its usefulness as described in my article here and here .

                            Making a chalkboard wall is fairly easy. It took me about 30 minutes and I am a really slow. Special chalkboard paint is made by most major paint manufacturers usually available in a variety of colors at your local hardware store.

you will need:

1. Painter's tape
2. Sand paper
3. nail/screw remover
4. spackle (if there are holes in the wall after removing the nails)
5. chalkboard paint
6. primer (optional)

Step 1 - Prepare the Wall

First, use the painter's tape to Frame the section of the wall you wish to paint using painter ‘s tape . Clean the area of any obstructions  including removing any nails or screws and filling in any holes left  with spackle. Leave it to dry ,and sand the surface flat.

   If the wall is painted in some glossy paint , remove it by sanding the whole area, helping the chalkboard paint adhere more effectively. Alternatively, you can paint over the whole surface with primer before attempting to apply the chalkboard layer. If you do opt for primer, let it dry thoroughly before proceeding.

Step 2 - Apply the Chalkboard Paint

Stir the chalkboard paint, and then apply a coat of paint directly to the wall just as you would any other wall paint. Let the coat dry as per manufacturer's manual Then apply a second coat.

Let this dry for a full three days, and then carefully remove the painter's tape.

Step 3 –Paint a Frame

To create a separation between the chalkboard and the rest of the wall, paint a frame in a contrasting color.

Step 4 - Prepare the Wall for Use

Before you use your New chalkboard wall or show it off to your friends, condition it with a layer of chalk dust. For this, use the broad side of a big chalk piece and drag it along the entire surface of your chalkboard.

                                 When you have filled in the entire surface, erase it all with the chalkboard eraser. Your chalkboard wall is now ready to use.

Step 5 - Maintaining Your Chalkboard

                                              To clean your chalkboard wall, simply wipe it clean as needed with a damp cloth. And repeat Step 4

                                 Installing racks or nails with strings to store the chalk when not in use would be a welcome addition.

 VOILA!! your wall is ready.