Old School DIY Paint by Debi’s Design Diary - Dark Blue Gray Clay Paint for Furniture

$17.64

Old School is a rich, deep blue-gray clay-based paint with a moody, sophisticated tone. This highly pigmented DIY Paint creates a smooth, velvety matte finish and delivers bold, lasting color—perfect for furniture, cabinetry, décor, and even fabric. 🎨 Key Features Deep blue-gray color with a rich, classic feel A favorite neutral for adding depth and contrast Ultra-high pigment load for strong, lasting coverage Soft, 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 deep, modern neutral tone Creating contrast on cabinets or accent pieces Updating décor with a moody, sophisticated finish 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 is still 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