How to Use Silk All-In-One Mineral Paint
Introducing Silk All-In-One Mineral Paint—Strong, full coverage paint with a clean, elegant finish! Ready to pick up your paint brush and tackle your next home project? Read on to learn all about our newest paint collection that everyone is buzzing about!
- Degloss all pieces with a light scuff sanding.
- Clean well with White Lightning and rinse residue.
- Remove any wax before getting started.
- Factory finishes, lacquer, laminate, glass, or plastic require light scuff sanding and Slick Stick for proper adherence.
- For increased durability, apply 2 coats of paint.
- Apply with a dry synthetic brush.
- Built-in topcoat, primer, and water-based stain blocker
- Cooler temperatures or higher humidity may prolong drying time.
- Stays looking new longer and requires fewer coats
- Full coverage and strong coating
- Low reflective finish
- Excellent durability
- Washable for an easy – clean finish
- Water, Mildew and Grease Resistant
- 21 to 30 Day Cure Time
- Viscosity might vary depending on pigments.
- Do not thin Silk unless using a sprayer.
- Store between 50-90°F (10-32°C.)
- If you thin out Silk, we only recommend using water/Floetrol of no more than 8 ounces per gallon.
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For step-by-step video tutorials, watch our Silk Paint YouTube playlist here!
How do you clean up your brushes?
Water?
Hi Barbara! Here is a blog post that explains how to clean and take care of paint brushes! https://blog.dixiebellepaint.com/paint-brush-care-guide/
I am using silk all in one one my dining chairs. Do you suggest the seats be covered. With a top coat ? If so which one to match the silk paint finish. Using Olive Hampton
Thank you
C
Hi there! You do not need to use an additional topcoat. However, if you’d like to, you can use Satin Clear Coat ?
Can you use hemp oil over silk paint?
Hi Lori, Yes you can. However, Silk does have a built-in topcoat 🙂
Can you use your pearl glaze over the silk?
Hi Renee! Yes, you can! ?
I want to paint my kitchen cupboards. Wondering if the silk paint is an option.
Hi Margarita! Yes, you can use Silk Paint on kitchen cabinets 🙂
What is the difference between the silk line and the original line of paints? Is one more durable? I didn’t think you needed to sand first with Dixie belle paints but it seems that you do with the silk line??
Hi Kimberly! Silk Paint has a built-in stain blocker and a built-in topcoat. A scuff sanding is recommended when using Silk Paint. Silk Paint does not have chalk in it. Chalk Mineral Paint is great for blending and distressing. Both are durable. Silk Paint has a very sleek look. Here’s a link to our Silk Paint playlist on YouTube with lots of information and tutorials! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dSWKwVocZqU&list=PLWoML0ipF6Tj1byG7Ld3xEPcQcU5hIAB0
Can you apply Silk over a previously chalk painted piece?
(didn’t like my blend) I did not too coat it, just stopped after using two DB chalk paints.
Hi Clare! Yes, you can. As long as the piece was properly prepped when you first painted it and there are no adhesion issues with the Chalk Mineral Paint.
Can you put Gator Hide over the silk paint. I am using it to paint an Island in a rental property
Hi Denise! Silk Paint has a built-in top coat, but you can use Gator Hide if you like ?
Can I spray with Silk? What would I need to do?
Hi Tom! Yes, you can! If you thin out Silk, we only recommend using water of no more than 8 ounces per gallon. ?
Hi, I want to revamp a fabric headboard. Can the silk paint be used on fabric?
Hi Melissa! For fabric, we recommend using Chalk Mineral Paint. ?
If using a silk screen application on top of silk how do you protect the design. Or should I use silk to apply the silk screen design?
Hi Donna! You could apply a Clear Coat after using the Silkscreen Stencil or you could use Silk Paint and then you wouldn’t have to seal it. ?
Vorrei cambiare lo stile di una console mi potete aiutare su quali prodotti utilizzare? Se c’è una base da utilizzare? La console è in legno i colore noce e con vernice trasparente.
Hi Angela! Silk Paint is a great product to change the style of your piece. We recommend giving your piece a thorough cleaning with White Lightning and then scuff sand the piece. Wipe it clean and you are ready to paint!
Can I use a transfer on Silk and will it need a topcoat?
Hi Billie Jo! Yes, you can use a transfer on Silk! The transfer will need to be top-coated. ?
How long should I wait before applying a second coat?
Hi Colleen! We recommend waiting 2 hours before applying a second coat of Silk Paint 🙂
Can DB silk be painted over with DB chalk paint without any additional sanding (due to the top coat in silk)?
Also, can DB silk and DB chalk paints be mixed together?
Hi Robin! Yes, you can paint our Chalk Mineral Paint over the Silk Paint ? No, you cannot mix Silk Paint and Chalk Mineral Paint together. However, you can mix different colors of Silk Paint to make your own custom Silk Paint colors! ?
Hi! Does the silk paint smell? Do I need to use it in a well ventilated space?
And how long before it’s dry to touch?
Hi Asel! Silk Paint is low VOC. You can use it in a well ventilated space. It dries to the touch within several minutes, but we recommend waiting at least 2 hours before painting a second coat. 🙂
Can Silk paint be used over a piece that has previously been painted with latex paint?
Hi Peggy! Yes, as long as the latex paint isn’t chipping and is properly adhered, you can paint over it 🙂
Do you sand between coats with Silk paint?
Hi there! There is no need to sand between coats. ?
What’s the best way to eliminate brush strokes with silk paint?
Hi Heather! The key is to load up your brush with an ample amount of Silk Paint and to not overwork the paint ?
Can you use a foam roller with the silk all in one paint for kitchen cabinets?
Hi David! Yes, you can ?
How long should I wait if I want to use clear coat satin over the Silk paint?
Hi Diane! Silk Paint has a built-in top coat. However, if you’d like to add an additional clear coat we recommend waiting 24 hours 🙂
I am currently using the silk white cap to paint a bed and it does not seem to be self leveling. I am using a brush and can see the brush strokes. I used the Baja grey and didn’t have this issue. What can I do to fix it?
Hi Diane! When using Silk Paint, we recommend loading the brush with an ample amount of paint and working quickly. It is important to not overwork your paint. We also recommend waiting 2-4 hours between coats.
What is the primer that is in the silk paint?
Hi Michelle! Silk Paint has a built-in stain blocking primer. This prevents wood tannins from bleeding through. 🙂
I was wondering if you can do a color blend (like an ombre) using silk and chalk paint? The silk like doesn’t have that many color choices.
Hi Nicholasa! For blending, we recommend using Chalk Mineral Paint as it is easier to blend with and you can mist it with water. Happy painting! 😊
When the silk gets a little thick, can I add water to thin it out a little?
Hi Sed! The viscosity might vary depending on the pigments. You can add a small amount of water if you need to thin it out 😊
What is the coverage for the silk paint? I am want to do three pieces of furniture and not sure how much to buy?
Thank you for your question. It depends on how many square feet you’re trying to cover. 8 ounces will cover 38 sq. ft , 16 ounces will cover 75 sq. ft and 32 ounces will cover 150 sq. ft. I hope this answers your question.
Hi, I used silk paint to paint a hutch and it chips extremely easy. What did I do wrong?
Hello! Thank you for inquiring! Did you clean the hutch prior to painting? We recommend using Pristine Clean to prepare the area before applying our Silk paint!
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