Posh Chalk Premium Coatings

The Posh Chalk Pastes come in two varieties, Smooth Metallic Pastes – of which there are 13 different colors.  And the Textured Pastes which are available in three colors. Both are water-based and the only difference between the two varieties is that the Textured Pastes have real Swarovski Crystals in them! The crystals give an extra dimension of texture.  Whereas, the smooth pastes can be levelled to create a luxurious smooth metallic finish.  As the name would suggest.

The pastes are thick and were designed with raised stenciling in mind.  A less is more attitude is often required. If you’re using them for raised stenciling, the best option is to use a palette knife or a spreader to ensure even distribution.

To add that extra pizazz to your Posh Chalk Paste stencil designs, introduce a little heat. If you warm the pastes with a heat gun while they are still wet, they will pop! That is to say, they will puff up to a thick eggshell-like consistency adding that extra bit of texture and definition to your projects. When popping them, you may begin to notice the scent – all the Posh Chalk Pastes contain essential oils and each one is perfumed slightly differently.

If stenciling isn’t your thing, don’t worry, you don’t have to throw out your pastes just yet. These pastes can also be used as paint or even a wash. Simply water them down a little and get to work.

Don’t worry about sealing the pastes as they are an all-in-one product. They can even be used outdoors. Just let them cure a little first.

The Posh Chalk Pigments can be a little daunting to the uninitiated, but fear not – they’re super easy to use and the finish you get with them is out of this world.! These little pots of powder have the ability to transform a project right before your eyes! For most people, the first step is to mix them with a top coat sealer such as Posh Chalk Infusor. Most topcoat sealers will work with the pigments but the finish is guaranteed with our Infusor.

The trick is to add the pigments first then add the sealer of your choice. This will help you control the consistency a little better.

Let’s talk about consistency for a minute. This is where Posh Chalk Pigments are truly versatile. You can control the consistency with the ratio of pigments to the sealer. Need a thicker, paste-like mixture? Use less sealer and more pigments and vice versa.

In recent times we’ve seen pigments mixed into paints (though this can often dull the metallic luster) and even used in resin pours. In fact, they’re great in resin pours as the pigments naturally float in the middle of the resin – so no more two-stage resin projects!

Finally, the finish, the luster and shine you get from the pigments will transform whatever you're working with into metal! As the pigments are real metal, you are in essence working with liquid metal – that’s the reason for the jaw-dropping, head-turning finish.

Like the pastes, the patinas come in two varieties. There are oil-based Artisan Patinas that is available in a more traditional range of colors and the water-based Aqua Patinas which come in a much more bold, Boho range of colors. Both sets of patinas are very highly pigmented and are used for bringing out the details in your designs. They’re great at emphasizing the intricacies in the WoodUbend mouldings.

A little really does go a long way with the Posh Chalk Patinas and you only need a tiny amount. You may find it is easier to apply the patinas with your finger rather than a small brush. The patinas are for highlighting, not for painting a wall! Feel free to use the patinas on outdoor projects as once they are cured, they are weather resistant.

The curing process differs depending on what surface you’re applying the patinas to. A good rule of thumb for both the Aqua and Artisan range is that on a porous surface you should let it cure for one week.

The main takeaway for the patinas is to use only a little bit! Inevitably you’ll need to come back in and wipe a bit away – but when used right, the patinas add so much depth to a project!

Fusion Mineral Paint

Fusion Mineral Paint is such a fabulous eco-friendly product to use on your furniture projects.  But don’t stop there, this paint can be used on many different surfaces.  Fusion is made with actual mineral pigment so the colors are vivid and don’t fade.   You can paint right in the house with no fear of fumes as there is little to no odor.  The paint is formulated to dry with its own topcoat so there is no need to seal it.  There are so many products in the Fusion Mineral Paint line. 

Do I need to prep?

People often ask if they need to prep first before painting. The answer is always YES!  A little prep goes a long way in making sure that your painted pieces stay beautiful for years to come.  At the very least, you must clean your pieces well with a degreaser.  Below is a prep guide to show what you need to do for different surfaces. 

How much paint will I need?

Fusion Mineral Paint has amazing coverage. You won’t need as much paint as you think to complete your project. Just remember, less is more. Two thin coats of paint is what you’re striving for to get a smooth finish. The first coat will look streaky but the second coat will smooth everything out and make it look very smooth. And when painting in thin coats, you won’t see the brush strokes after it dries. See the Coverage Chart below to see how much paint you will need for the size of the project you have.

Just a few more tips to help

WoodUbend

What is WoodUbend You Ask?

They are heat bendable mouldings and trims. With all the properties of wood, these unique and decorative pieces can be cut, sanded, painted and adhered with wood glue to your desired surface.

Before you begin to use the mouldings, they need to be warm and bendy or they will snap and break. But not to worry if this happens because once you glue them in place, they broken edges meld nicely together. WoodUbend can cool down quickly. The mouldings take roughly the same amount of time to cool down as they did to warm up, so make sure they are good and warm before you get to work. It’s just as important, but not as widely known, to heat them when they are being adhered to the surface. This makes sure that they “snuggle” to the surface. A rule of thumb is if you think you should be warming your mouldings … then you should be!

A Heat Gun

Using a heat gun is the quickest method of heating your mouldings, however, it is also the riskiest. If you’re not comfortable using a heat gun, then I would advise caution. Most heat guns can reach anywhere between 200°C all the way up to 600°C. This is more than enough to cause some damage to your surroundings, your WoodUbend mouldings and, most importantly, yourself.

As the name suggests, WoodUbend has a very high wood content – this is why they react just like wood when cool. Because they have such a high wood content, they can be scorched, just like wood. When using a heat gun it is imperative to keep it moving, especially if you have glue on your moulding. The glue can bubble and burn really quickly, so be sure to keep an eye on it.

A Hairdryer

A hairdryer will take a little longer to warm up your WoodUbend mouldings, but if you are a little hesitant to use a heat gun, this method carries with it a much lower chance of damaging your lovely mouldings. The flip side of this, however, is that a hairdryer is going to take longer to warm up your WoodUbend.

So, if you’re a little intimidated by a heat gun, a hairdryer is the perfect tool to use.

A Grill or Electric Skillet

An interesting one, but immensely useful, having a sausage griddle with a little bit of tin foil on top works very well. Set your griddle on medium heat to gently warm up your mouldings while you’re working on other parts of your project. It’s a little outside of the box, but it works great, especially if you combine it with one of the two methods I’ve mentioned earlier. You can be painting away, safe in the knowledge that your WoodUbend mouldings are warm and ready to use.

The tin foil is an important factor in the process, as the griddle can get warm, and the tin foil will protect your mouldings from being scorched while sitting there. It also works well to keep sausage grease off of them!

Affordable Refinished Furniture

I collect a lot of used wooden furniture.  I make sure it is in good shape structurally.  Replace drawer slides or whatever needs to be fixed.  Give it a good cleaning and then I paint it.  I sell Fusion Mineral Paint in my shop so that is what I use to paint furniture.  It is amazing to see the transformation from a scratched or scuffed piece of furniture to a lovey, new looking piece. 

Dressers

I have a variety of used dressers in stock.  There are my recycled dressers that have been refinished and painted.  Also, there is a basement section of the store that has a lot of used dressers in stock that haven’t been painted.  So, if you’re looking for a used dresser and would like to paint it yourself, you can get the dresser and the paint here at Regained Relics.

Accent Tables

There are also a variety of accent tables, nightstands and end tables in stock.  Accent tables can add a little splash of color to any room.  You may need one in your entryway.  Or there may be an empty space in a room that needs a little “something”.

Other Furniture

Something unique for every room in your home.  So if you’re looking for a certain piece to add to your décor, drop in and see what we have upcycled.  You just might find something you can’t leave without!