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Vintage Window Chalkboard

April 7, 2014 By Sam 4 Comments

So, I have finally started implementing the color scheme I envisioned months ago. For some reason, I tend to get really productive when the husband is away for business. This time while he was gone, I painted the family room, the dining nook, and I completed this lovely chalkboard.

Vintage Window Chalkboard | Atkinson Drive

I purchased a set of vintage windows a few years ago (when we first moved into the house). You might remember this one that serves as a large photo frame outside my master bedroom, and this one which used to serve as a backdrop for all of my wreaths.

Vintage Window Chalkboard | Atkinson Drive

I haven’t made a new wreath in a while, and the window was just too plain by itself. That’s why I turned it into a chalkboard. To me, chalkboards lend a cozy, homey feel while still looking sophisticated and relaxed – especially when they’re unique like this one!

Vintage Window Chalkboard | Atkinson Drive

This project couldn’t have been easier! All I did was thoroughly clean the window glass with my homemade surface cleaner, and after it dried I applied something like 5 coats of chalkboard paint. Once the paint cured, I conditioned the chalkboard with a single piece of white chalk.

Vintage Window Chalkboard | Atkinson Drive

I haven’t decided what to put on it yet, but I’m thrilled with all of the options I have. The real beauty of it is that I don’t have to draw anything on it, and it still looks beautiful hung above the mantel!

Vintage Window Chalkboard | Atkinson Drive

Product Recommendations:

Krylon chalkboard spray paint goes on smooth and easily
The best brush-on chalkboard paint is Valspar
This Wooster brush is my favorite for all painting projects

Vintage Window Chalkboard | Atkinson Drive

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Filed Under: DIY & Design, Do-It-Yourself, Home Decor Tagged With: chalkboard, DIY, how-to, mantel decor, Painting, valspar

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  1. Shanice

    April 7, 2014 at 2:46 pm

    This looks great! I would love it if you joined and contribute your awesome posts at my link party at City of Creative Dreams on Fridays :D Hope to see you there at City of Creative Dreams Link Party

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  2. Marisa M

    April 13, 2014 at 10:26 am

    Love this! I love how you could use the different panes for different categories of whatever you are writing. Thanks for linking up at the Show Stopper Party!

    Reply
    • Sam

      April 13, 2014 at 11:56 am

      Thanks! :-)

      Reply

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