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    Today's show is about DIY Chalky Paint Primer , you can get the recipe and see how it is made by clicking that link.

     

    Gail shares her favorite reasons to use the DIY Chalky paint as a primer as well as her favorite FREE sandpaper.

     

    Readers’ questions over the years about the DIY Chalky Paint are answered, and will hopefully answer any questions that you may have.

     

    You can see all of the chalky paint projects that Gail has done by clicking this link: DIY Chalky Paint Projects.

    Gail shares tips about her favorite paint brushes and why a cheap chip brush is her favorite. Did you know Gail’s favorite colors to use on projects that she sells is Polished Pear (antique white) and Beluga (true black).

     

    Some of the projects discussed today:

    • Antique School Desk
    • Cousin Terry’s Armoire (tv center)
    • Community Class

     

    You’ll find out when NOT to use the DIY Chalky Paint primer, what Gail uses for chalkboard writing surfaces, and how to tint furniture wax.

    Several questions answered about waxing and sealing.

     

    Next time: What are your best tips about curb shopping, yard saling and thrift store shopping?

     

    Keep in touch with DIY with MRL Facebook where you can ask questions and leave comments. Call in and leave a message by dialing 844 HELP MRL.

     

    Today’s Sponsor is Homeright.com, see fun projects at MyRepurposedLife.com/Homeright

     

    You can manually listen to each episode via the blog, but it’s so much easier when you subscribe to DIY with MRL, via iTunes, Stitcher, or Tune-in where you can listen while you’re on the go!

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    Hi, there! I’m Gail Wilson, the author and mastermind behind My Repurposed Life. I’m obsessed with finding potential in unexpected places and believe that with a little hard work and imagination, any old thing can be made useful again—myself included! I hope you’ll enjoy the journey and pick up a few tools along the way… literally!

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