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February 28, 2024
Many projects don’t need sealant, but it depends on which paint you are using and what you’re painting.
Most paints are self-sealing. However, Frenchic’s Original Artisan Range is a traditional chalk and mineral paint designed to wear away for visual effects like ageing. This paint does need to be sealed with wax or another sealant.
In contrast, Frenchic’s other ranges such as Al Fresco and Lazy Range are self-sealing, so generally no additional sealant is required.
Although Frenchic paints are robust, you can use sealants for added durability in areas of high traffic or wear, such as table-tops. Tuff Top Coat has additional heat resistance, for example, while Finishing Coat adds extra water resistance.
You can also use sealants for visual effects such as shimmers – more details below. Remember that a sealant will change the finish of the paint. Tuff Top Coat is matte, whereas Finishing Coat is satin.
On the other hand, waxes won’t increase the durability of self-sealing paints – but they are great when you want to be creative, such as:
For a matte look, check out Frenchic’s Tuff Top Coat. The heavy-duty sealant provides a flat finish that is heat resistant, hard-wearing and completely scrubbable. Or for a satiny finish, try Finishing Coat. It provides the same durability with a soft sheen look.
Both are super-simple to apply with a sponge or soft brush and can even be mixed to form glazes or used for other decorative techniques, offering many different style options.
Some other ideas:
Explore the world of chalk paint further with our blog post on sealing chalk paint.
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