At Dixie Belle, every project tells a story. Adding texture, depth, and dimension helps bring that story to life. Whether you want rustic charm, vintage patina, or a soft finish, our specialty products make it possible. Each one offers a different way to add character and creativity.


Create Raised Texture with Sea Spray

Dixie Belle Sea Spray Texture Additive packaging with powder samples and mixed paint being applied with a brush for a textured finish.

For bold, coastal, or rustic finishes, try Sea Spray. This texture additive mixes directly into your favorite paint. The result is a thick, fluffy consistency that applies beautifully with a brush or sponge. Once dry, sand lightly to reveal highs and lows. This creates natural dimension and a hand-crafted look. Sea Spray works wonderfully on vintage tables, farmhouse cabinets, and decorative accents needing a rugged, weathered feel.

Textured white vase painted with Dixie Belle Sea Spray for a rustic, weathered finish, styled with decorative background accents. Close-up of a distressed dresser drawer with textured white paint and dark undertones, finished with an antique brass pull handle. Vintage lunchbox makeover with a rustic, textured paint finish, styled on legs with farmhouse décor and a distressed window backdrop.


Add Subtle Aging with Dixie Dirt

Dixie Belle Dixie Dirt jars in Earth, Ash, and Charcoal shades displayed outdoors on natural soil background. Open jars of Dixie Belle Dixie Dirt powder in Ash, Earth, and Charcoal shades displayed on natural soil background.

Nothing says character like a natural patina. Dixie Dirt recreates the effect of years of built-up wear. Apply over clear wax or flat sealer for best results. Dust it into grooves, carvings, and corners where dirt would naturally settle. Gently wipe or brush away the excess until you like the look. It’s perfect for highlighting intricate details and instantly making furniture appear older and more authentic.

Vintage dresser painted in warm tones with floral transfer designs on drawers, accented with aged hardware for a hand-painted furniture makeover. Hand applying Dixie Belle Dixie Dirt Earth with a brush to highlight details on textured cabinet doors for an aged finish. Close-up of a painted table leg with carved details highlighted using Dixie Belle Best Dang Wax for depth and dimension.


Build & Carve with Dixie Belle Mud

Jar of Dixie Belle Dixie Mud in Black displayed on stone with textured lid and applicator tool for furniture repairs and designs. Jar of Dixie Belle Dixie Mud in Brown displayed on stone with textured lid and applicator tool for furniture repairs and designs. Jar of Dixie Belle Dixie Mud in White displayed on stone with textured lid and applicator tool for furniture repairs and designs.

Sometimes projects need more than paint. Dixie Belle Mud lets you fill, repair, and even sculpt your surface. Use it to patch holes, fix scratches, or smooth dents. Apply through stencils for raised, decorative designs that add bold dimension. It dries hard but sands easily, giving you flexibility to refine or leave rustic. Whether for repairs or creativity, Mud offers endless possibilities for customizing furniture.

Blue chalk painted nightstand with textured drawer fronts and decorative knobs, styled beside a wooden chair with floral pillow and houseplant. Black painted nightstands with textured drawer fronts, sleek gold handles, and natural wood tops for a modern furniture makeover. Blue chalk painted wall cabinet with textured door design, open side shelves, and decorative tassel accent styled in a modern space.


Crackle for an Instant Weathered Effect

Hand applying Dixie Belle Crackle with a brush over turquoise painted surface to create an aged, weathered furniture finish.

Want instant age without waiting? Crackle delivers authentic weathering in just one step. Apply it between two paint layers for best results. As the top color dries, it splits and reveals the shade beneath. The size of the cracks depends on application thickness. This creates a naturally aged surface that works beautifully on farmhouse, shabby chic, or antique-inspired projects. It’s an easy way to add dramatic texture.

Decorative box with crackle paint finish, ornate transfer designs, and patterned trim, styled with rustic accents for a vintage-inspired look. Close-up of furniture top with white crackle paint finish and wood ‘faith’ sign, creating a rustic, aged effect. Tall farmhouse cabinet with distressed white crackle paint finish, styled with indoor plants, ladder décor, and woven rug in a cozy room.


Add Sophistication with Velvet Touch

Jar of Dixie Belle Velvet Touch Black powder displayed with loose product, used with glue to create a velvety textured finish. Jar of Dixie Belle Stick With Me glue displayed on white background, used for applying Dixie Shine foils and Velvet Touch powder.

Velvet Touch is a black powder that creates a rich, velvety finish when paired with Stick With Me glue. Apply a light coat of glue to your surface, sprinkle on the powder, and gently press it down with a brush or fingers. The result is a soft, fabric-like texture that looks elegant and feels luxurious. Use it on jewelry boxes, wooden accents, or craft projects for sophisticated detail and endless creative possibilities.

Black painted dresser drawer with gold trim, ornate brass handle, and stenciled detail design for an elegant furniture makeover. Black velvet textured skull decoration created with Dixie Belle Velvet Touch powder, styled on fabric with candles in the background. Vintage Halloween décor with tall candlesticks and labeled potion bottles reading Bone Powder and Toil & Trouble on a wooden table.


Accentuate Details with Best Dang Wax

Stack of Dixie Belle Best Dang Wax in Clear, Grunge Gray, White, Brown, and Black tins displayed with paintbrush on wood surface. Open tins of Dixie Belle Best Dang Wax in white, brown, gray, and black shades displayed with brush and applicator on wood surface.

No finish is complete without a little highlight. Best Dang Wax brings dimension by enhancing curves, carvings, and edges. Available in a variety of shades, it gives different effects. Black, Grunge Gray, and Brown create depth, while White softens with a washed look. Clear wax seals and brightens, making colors pop. Apply with a brush or cloth, then buff for a professional, finished appearance.

Antique buffet painted in layered neutral tones with Dixie Belle products, featuring ornate carved details and floral accent styling. Vintage dresser painted in muted green with ornate brass hardware, styled with candles, autumn leaves, and antique portrait décor. French provincial sideboard painted in distressed neutrals with ornate carved details, styled with vintage books, pampas grass, and wall art.


Add Glamour with Dixie Shine

Dixie Belle Belles and Whistles Dixie Shine Gold foil roll packaging displayed with metallic gold background and decorative accents. Roll of Dixie Belle Dixie Shine silver foil displayed with reflective metallic background and decorative glass stand. Dixie Belle Belles and Whistles Dixie Shine Copper foil roll packaging displayed with metallic copper background and decorative accents. Roll of Dixie Belle Dixie Shine red foil displayed with reflective metallic background, perfect for furniture and craft accents.

Dixie Shine brings a metallic foil finish to your projects, adding instant sparkle and eye-catching dimension. Apply a thin coat of Stick With Me glue to your desired area, press the foil onto the surface, and gently burnish to transfer the shine. Available in brilliant metallics, it’s perfect for highlighting raised details, stenciled designs, or edges that need a touch of glamour. Use it on furniture, décor accents, or craft projects for a bold, professional finish.

Ornate mirror frame painted with layered pastel colors and metallic accents, reflecting a cozy bedroom with pink bedding. Textured wall with gold Dixie Shine foil stencil design, featuring Dixie Shine Gold foil and Stick With Me glue products. Boho-style turquoise painted side table with distressed finish, pink tassel drawer pull, and eclectic decor accents.


Bringing It All Together

From textured layers with Sea Spray to luxurious softness with Velvet Touch, these products bring out the best in your projects. Adding texture and dimension transforms painted furniture into something unique, memorable, and full of character. Which technique will you try first on your next DIY piece?

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Dixie Belle Paint Company

Dixie Belle Paint Company provides a line of chalk mineral paint that is high quality, easy to use, and most importantly priced so every DIYer can create and discover the joy of painting.

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