You can also use a magnetic primer undercoat to create a surface that attracts magnets.
Chalkboard paint on sheet metal.
Two should measure 22 and the other two 24.
2 x 3 galvanized sheet metal i got mine at home depot spray primer chalkboard paint.
Cut a piece of masonite board to the size you need this one measured 22 x 24.
To begin the process of chalk painting on metal i will water down my paint if i need to.
Diy sheet metal magnetic chalk board tutorial one piece of sheet metal i used a precut 24 x 30 piece from home depot deco art s chalky finish paint black deco art s clear chalk board sealer trim for chalkboard sides cut to size i used 3 fir the friendly fellows at home depot cut to size.
Kreg jig see my full guide on how to use a kreg.
Then we coated the front side with chalkboard spray paint.
The ratio will be 1 cup of chalk paint to a 1 4 cup of water.
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I used the brush on version you can also use the spray can.
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So if you are chalk painting on a metal desk or on metal outdoor furniture i would water down the paint.
Cut a piece of galvanized sheet metal to fit masonite board using tin snips or an exacto knife.
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Chalky paint choices chalkboard paint comes in two different sheen types.
Materials for the diy magnetic chalkboard 2 1 x 2 x 8 common board.
It was really splotchy and even after three coats didn t seem to be covering the metal very well even with primer.
You will apply it just the same as you would if you didn t water down the paint.
I used furring strips.
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Once we had the sheet metal we gave it a few good coats of primer on both sides to prevent rust.
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