Trendy chalkboard-painted walls are a fun and fresh way to add personality to your home, but removing the marks from the chalk can be a challenge. Nobody wants smudged chalkboard walls when drawing or writing, so it’s essential to learn how to clean chalkboard-painted walls so they look nice and clean.
At Phillips Paint and Decorating Center, our team has compiled a helpful guide on how to clean chalkboard paint from your walls to get them looking brand new again.
1. Erase the Board
To begin, it’s best to start with a surface that is as clean as possible. You can use a chalk eraser, a dry cloth, or even a paper towel. With long, smooth strokes, erase as many marks as possible.
It’s easier to clean off fresh chalk than older chalk that has been on the board for a while, so it’s helpful to erase semi-frequently. Even with a gentle solution, cleaning it can cause your paint to wear down if you overuse it. We recommend cleaning your walls no more than once a month.
2. Mix Your Solution
Now, it’s time to wash the board. Avoid using harsh chemicals on your chalkboard walls, as they could permanently damage them or even remove the paint. Instead, the best solution to use is a mix of 70% water and 30% vinegar.
If you don’t have any vinegar, you can use the following:
- Hot water with dish soap.
- Cans or bottles of Coke without water.
- Straight lemon juice.
3. Apply to Your Walls
Once your solution is ready, dip a sponge or a clean cloth into it and wring it out so it’s damp but not dripping. A paper towel could work, but it gets too soggy for more than a pass or two, so it’s best for small spaces.
4. Squeegee it Off
Remove the excess liquid with a squeegee or another clean towel or sponge. This step decreases the drying time, letting you get back to using the chalkboard sooner.
Types of Benjamin Moore Chalkboard Paint and Ways to Use It
At Phillips Paint and Decorating Center, we carry two types of Benjamin Moore chalkboard paint. These paints can update your walls with a mini chalkboard, turn a door into a space for family schedules or announcements, or create a space where children can create masterpieces.
A couple of Benjamin Moore Specialty Paint include:
- Studio Finishes® Chalkboard Paint 307: This paint turns any interior surface into a chalkboard, and it’s available in eight different colors.
- ben® Chalkboard Paint by Benjamin Moore: For a fast-drying chalkboard paint that cleans easily and is available in thousands of colors, select ben® Chalkboard Paint.
Shop Benjamin Moore Chalkboard Paint Near Lancaster, PA
Whether you want a fresh wall or you’re looking for ways to allow your child to express their inner artist, adding chalkboard paint is a fantastic idea. It’s easy to keep it clean and looking nice. At Phillips Paint and Decorating Center in Lancaster, PA, we carry Benjamin Moore specialty paints so you can update your home in unique and interesting ways.
Request a consultation using our contact form, calling (717) 397-1616, or visiting our Lancaster, PA, store at 136 South Centerville Road in the Woods Edge Plaza. We serve all of Lancaster County, York County, Chester County, Lebanon County, and Berks County, PA.
