Instructions for Use
CeCe Caldwell’s Chalk and Clay Paint
Clean and dry object to be painted. Vigorously shake can for 1-2
minutes. Remove lid and stir thoroughly. With a good quality brush or
roller, apply one coat. Allow paint to dry (2-4 hours). As the paint dries
it is going to become much lighter than it is when it is wet. Apply
second coat, if needed, and allow to dry again. You can burnish with
piece of brown kraft paper or very fine grit sanding block over your
piece before or after you apply your finish coat.
General Waxing Tips
Apply all wax products sparingly. Use a ‘less is more’ approach. An easy
way to learn the proper amount of wax that should be on your brush is
to remove a small portion of wax from the can and spread onto a piece
of cardboard or a paper plate. Pick up the wax with your brush or cloth,
from the cardboard, wipe your brush/cloth off on another area of the
cardboard/paper plate to ensure it is evenly coated and not overloaded
in a single spot on the brush/cloth. Apply to project, returning to the
cardboard/paper place to pick up additional wax. Often you can pick
up from the area on the cardboard/paper plate that you wiped off your
brush/cloth on prior. Endurance or Satin Finish should not be put over
any type of wax (Clear Wax, Waxing Cream, Light/Dark Aging Cream).
Waxing Cream Instructions for Use
Apply Waxing Cream with a flat (not pointed) bottom brush or with a
piece of lint-free cheese cloth. Apply a VERY thin coat of Waxing Cream;
similar to the amount that you would have on a paint brush if you were
dry brushing with paint. SPARINGLY is the key word. Rub/buff in with a
cloth/rag. Most find this thin, first coat is ALL that is needed. It shines
up quickly with a light buffing. You can immediately add a second coat
if needed/desired. Waxing cream takes approximately 30 days to fully
cure.
This is the same way I apply the Clear Wax, only I make sure I have
even less on my brush than with the Clear Wax. The number one
mistake made with any wax is over applying it. With all waxes, you will
achieve best results if you do 2 light coats versus one heavy coat. If you
are getting splotching – you have applied too much. For continued
shine and protection, re-apply the clear wax every 6-12 months under
normal conditions.
NOTE: We are finding there may be some separation occurring in
shipment with it getting warm in the trucks, so stir lightly to make sure
it is well mixed.
ADVANTAGES OF WAXING CREAM: Uses less wax to achieve better
results (more economical) Less effort (buffing) needed to get higher
shine. Deeper penetration of wax into the paint
Clear Wax Instructions for Use
Clear Wax should be applied in a thin, even coat with a flat bottom
brush or lint-free cloth. Apply sparingly. Always use less wax than you
think is needed. It is best to apply several thin layers than one heavy
layer. Wipe away excess. The surface should then be thoroughly buffed
with a dry cloth, piece of brown kraft paper or finishing pad after 2-4
hours. For an even hard finish, the wax can be rebuffed 2-4 days after
the initial buffing. This product requires several weeks to fully cure.
Freshly waxed surfaces should be kept free of moisture and heavy use
for about a week or so. For continued shine and protection, re-apply
the clear wax every 6-12 months under normal conditions.
Aging Cream (Light & Dark) Instructions for Use
Before first use stir well, mixing wax from bottom into upper layers of
wax, as the pigment has a tendency to settle to the bottom of
container. Apply sparingly with a soft brush to surface that has been
treated with Clear Wax or Satin Finish. It becomes thin (like an oil) as
you work with it. Feather into areas that you to appear aged. Remove
any extreme excess. Leave more cream in the areas that you want the
deeper pigmentation. Remove all cream from areas that you do not
want an aged appearance. Allow to rest several minutes, before wiping
away all excess. Apply a second coat if needed for deeper color. The
cream takes longer to dry than wax. Do not over saturate your wood
with the wax. Build color slowly. Use only a soft cloth to buff. Aging
Cream goes on much lighter, straight from the container, than most
dark waxes. For a harder finish, apply a coat of the Clear Wax several
days after the application of the Aging Cream.
Aging Cream and all pigmented waxes take practice. Always work on a
sample board prior to first use. Different personal techniques can
achieve similar results. Practice on a sample boards helps you develop
your personal application method that works best for your desired
results.
Endurance Instructions for Use
Apply Endurance over thoroughly dried paint or stain. Endurance should
not be put over any type of wax (Clear Wax, Waxing Cream, Light/Dark
Aging Cream). Twenty four hours of drying is recommended before you
apply to ensure no moisture is trapped between the paint and the finish
coat. Up to six layers can be used for the ultimate protection of a
surface. To apply, always work in the direction of the grain, using a
foam brush, staining pad or high quality synthetic brush. Apply thin,
even layers. Allow each layer to dry completely prior to application of
the next layer. After every second layer, lightly sand with a very fine
sandpaper or piece of brown kraft paper. Burnish your final coat with a
piece of brown kraft paper (a grocery bag is great, low cost source of
kraft paper, but use unprinted side). Use 4-6 layers on surfaces such as
a the tops of a family dining table, coffee table or end table.
Endurance is the finish recommended for cabinetry and table tops. It is
a satin finish for indoor use. Endurance is non-yellowing. If you desired
an aged appearance, we suggest you use our Clear Glaze tinted under
the Endurance to achieve the desired effect. Endurance needs one week
to fully cure.
Satin Finish Instructions for Use
Satin Finish is a durable topcoat. Satin Finish should not be put over
any type of wax (Clear Wax, Waxing Cream, Light/Dark Aging Cream).
Stir well before use. It should be applied over painted surfaces in a thin,
even coat with a fine brush, foam brush. For ease of application, it can
be applied diluted with approximately 25% water, using several light
coats to achieve a durable finish. For a hand-waxed feel, after final coat
of Satin Finish has dried completely, you may apply Clear Wax Or
Waxing Cream on top of the Satin Finish. Give you piece a light sanding
with kraft paper or very high grit sand paper, then wax. This product
requires several weeks to fully cure. Freshly finished surfaces should be
kept free of moisture and heavy objects. Heavy use should be avoided
for a week or so.
A single coat Satin Finish may be diluted 50/50 with water for use on
projects not receiving daily use (for example, a picture frame).
Clear Glaze Instructions for Use
Glaze is generally used as a enhancing technique rather than a final
finish. Clear Glaze can be tinted with dry pigments, universal tints, or
CeCe Caldwell’s Paints to achieve the desired color or it can be used
clear to give a light sheen to décor items that will not be handled
regularly (i.e. picture frames). A prep layer of uncolored Clear Glaze is
recommended for novice users as it allows more open time to work
with the colored Glaze.
Tea-Colored Glaze: Add small amount of Virginia Chestnut to into Clear
Glaze
Tobacco-Colored Glaze: Virginia Chestnut and a touch of Vermont Slate
Black/Gray Glaze: Beckley Coal, depending on amount used
Mix well. Apply with brush, sponge or rag to furniture. Work in small
sections and keep a wet edge. Glaze can be moved around on surface
to create the desired look. Generally, the color is more concentrated
around decorative details and outer edges and becomes more subtle
toward the center of a flat surface. However, it can be used for an
overall aged effect. A coat of Endurance or Satin Finish is recommended
to give your piece a long lasting finish.
Aging Dust Instructions for Use
Apply a thin coat of Clear Wax to project piece. While wax is still tacky,
sprinkle a small amount of Aging Dust onto crevices, carved details,
corners and other areas that would have naturally collected dust over
the decades. Work the Aging Dust into these areas with a soft brush.
Spread excess toward flat surfaces. Let sit for 20-30 minutes while wax
dries. Remove any excess with a soft cloth. Buff item well after wax has
dried completely.
General Safety Notes
ANY time you sand,we recommend you use Personal Protection
Equipment to ensure you do not inhale any of the dust. Never cut into
old layers of paint on a project if you are not 100% sure it does not
contain lead-based paint. You do not want to release the lead into your
environment.