Tarnished Pearl DIY Paint by Debi’s Design Diary – Soft White Gray Matte Clay Paint

$17.64

Tarnished Pearl is a soft white, clay-based paint with a subtle hint of gray, creating an elegant, muted tone reminiscent of natural pearls. This highly pigmented DIY Paint delivers a smooth, velvety matte finish and works beautifully on furniture, décor, and even fabric. 🎨 Key Features: Soft white with a gentle gray undertone Elegant, neutral color inspired by natural pearls Ultra-high pigment load for rich, lasting coverage Smooth, velvety matte finish Made with only 9 premium ingredients No VOCs – safe for indoor use Adheres to wood, metal, plastic, canvas, and fabric Fabric remains soft and flexible after painting 📦 Sizes & Coverage: 8 oz (Sample): ~35 sq ft (small projects like a chair or side table) 16 oz (Pint): ~75 sq ft (most furniture pieces) 32 oz (Quart): ~150 sq ft (multiple pieces) 🪑 Real-Life Use: Refinishing furniture with a soft, neutral white-gray tone Updating cabinets or décor for a clean, timeless look Creating layered or lightly distressed finishes Painting upholstery or fabric while maintaining softness Example: A velvet sofa was painted using a 1:4 paint-to-water ratio and required three coats. Six years later, the color remains vibrant and the fabric remains soft—no reupholstery needed. 💧 Application Tips: “Move the paint with water” for smooth blending Use a continuous misting bottle to lightly dampen your brush or surface Dilution options: Up to 1:10 (paint to water) without losing color vibrancy Many users prefer a 1:1 ratio for standard applications For fabric (like velvet): approx. 1:4 ratio, applied in multiple coats 🛠️ How to Use: Clean and dry your surface Stir paint (often minimal stirring is needed) Apply first coat Allow to dry (15 minutes to a few hours depending on climate) Apply a second coat if needed Let cure for 24 hours Seal with a DIY Paint finishing product (such as wax or Big Top) to enhance durability and depth 🌿 Ingredients (9 Total): Water, clay, porcelain clay, chalk, alcohol, ester (binder), cellulose, pigments, preservative 💡 Helpful Notes: Paint dries matte and deepens slightly in tone when sealed Highly pigmented formula allows dilution without losing richness Ordering multiple items reduces shipping cost (each additional item adds only $1 shipping) The sofa shown in listing photos was painted with Gypsy Green.