Whitewash is a fast, easy, and affordable solution that you can use as an alternative to paint. Below, we will discuss how to make whitewash using various ingredients. We will also share tips on how to add color to whitewash. Check out the rest of the article below for more information.<\/p>\n\n\n
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How to Make Traditional Whitewash Using Lime<\/h2>\n
To make traditional whitewash, you will need simple materials like masonry lime, salt, and water. These materials can be easily purchased at your local home depot or online. Make sure you<\/strong> masonry lime and not garden lime because they are different substances.<\/p>\n In a large container, combine salt, masonry lime, and water. Make sure that you wear protective gear such as gloves and goggles to protect yourself from the lime powder. Mix one gallon of warm water with two cups of salt and six to eight cups of masonry lime. Mix thoroughly until the ingredients are dissolved. The mixture should have a consistency that is thinner than paint.<\/p>\n How to Add Color<\/strong><\/p>\n To add color to the traditional whitewash, you need to use natural powdered pigments. Choose a color of powdered pigment that you want and mix it with a small amount of warm water to create a paste. Then, add the colored pigment to the whitewash. Mix thoroughly until the colors are combined.<\/p>\n To make a whitewash using paint, you need to dilute it with water. Make sure to use water-based or latex paint to create the whitewash effect. In a container, pour a 1:1 ratio of water and paint. You can adjust the ratio according to the appearance that you want.<\/strong> The more water you add, the thinner the whitewash will be.<\/p>\n How to Add Color<\/strong><\/p>\n Choose a colored paint that you want. Make sure that it is water-based or latex. Dilute the paint with water to achieve the consistency that you want. Test the consistency on a wooden swatch before applying it to the furniture. This way, you can find out what it will look on the material and you can decide whether to add more water or not.<\/p>\n To make a whitewash using chalk paint, you need to mix chalk paint with water. Using chalk paint is easy but it can create a mess. You will need lots of space and make sure that your floors are protected by covering them with rags or newspapers. Create the whitewash by mixing half paint with half water.<\/strong><\/p>\n Apply the whitewash into the wood using a brush making sure that it goes into the grain of the wood. Wipe the excess paint using a rag while it is still wet so you can achieve the color and intensity that you want. You can add as many layers as you need. We have also shared this article titled, does whitewash wash off<\/a>? Check out the article for an in-depth discussion about the topic.<\/p>\n How to Add Color<\/strong><\/p>\n Chalk paint comes in a wide array and you can easily choose whatever color that you like. Like with paint, dilute the colored chalk paint with water to achieve the consistency that you want.<\/p>\n Katie Scott SALVAGED by k. scott shared the video below on YouTube. It shows how to whitewash furniture with chalk paint. Chalk paint is another ingredient that you can use in making homemade whitewash. Check out the video for more tips and information.<\/p>\n\n\nHow to Make Whitewash with Paint<\/h2>\n
How to Make Whitewash Using Chalk Paint<\/h2>\n
\u2705 Video – How to Whitewash Furniture with Chalk Paint<\/h3>\n