Magnetic chalkboard paint has been used for the past decade to allow kids to be more creative at home and school. It can be used to decorate walls, tables, and just about any flat surface that can be painted. It is easy to apply and does not require professional application, making it more popular with parents who like to create activities for their children at home. Magnetic chalkboard paint does not require special tools and can be applied with traditional rollers or paint brushes.

How to Apply Magnetic Chalkboard Paint

Depending on the paint’s manufacturer, either a separate magnetic paint primer and chalkboard paint or a combined primer-paint solution can be used. The separate magnetic primer option gives the user more freedom to pick the chalkboard paint color. The only all-in-one paint colors usually available are the traditional chalkboard black or dark green. Once the brand and type of paint and/or primer are selected, the wall/surface should be cleaned with a damp rag or cloth. Once the surface is dry, apply the paint with a foam roller and/or brush. Many decorators recommend that only a portion of the wall be painted because of the traditional colors’ darkness. According to them, users should only paint a subset or lower portion of the surface. After applying the paint, allow it to dry overnight and ensure that it is dry to the touch before testing out the new chalkboard.

What are Some Magnetic Chalkboard Paint Uses?

Magnetic chalkboard paint has many uses at home, school, and in a business. This paint can be used to create a chalkboard on any wall that paint can be applied to, which can then be used as a message board for family members, students, or customers. Table tops can also become game tables for checkers, art, or creative design with a little magnetic chalkboard paint. Magnetic chalkboard paint’s only limitation is the designer’s creativity regarding application.

Is Magnetic Chalkboard Paint Safe?

Magnetic chalkboard paint is considered safe for children and pets. It is a non-toxic, latex, water-based paint. Health professionals and industry generally consider the separate magnetic primer (which is metallic) safe. Magnetic chalkboard paint users often complain that it is more difficult to remove chalk marks from its cheap brands. This sometimes results in the surface having to be repainted more often than higher quality magnetic chalkboard paints.