What markers and chalk is best used for this? brand name please, so I can order also..thanks :)
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Crayola chalk works great. My 3 year old son finds it easier to hold thick sidewalk chalk. And EXPO white board markers are also very thick and easy to clean. :) Hope that helps!
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Looks like I'm coming late to this party, but sure you can! If it's a sharpie** Did anyone say that already?? LOL I would not use any other kind of marker :D
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It says "Use gel markers for best results." Ours are still going strong, but I think gel markers are very different form dry erase markers.
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We use chalk, no markers. We use it in the kitchen for menus, chores, etc.I used some extra wood glue on the frame to make sure it was secure for mounting.
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Hi, thanks for your question. We would not recommend you use Chalk This Way markers on fabric, as this is a porous substance by nature. Chalk Markers are best used on hard, non porous surfaces. Whilst the ink is water based, you may find it stains your fabric and for this reason we would not recommend for this purpose. Regards, Paul Davidson Chalk This Way
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Yep, works great with chalk! Even comes with a piece of white chalk. This has turned out to be one of the best things I've ever purchased for my kids! I love it!
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Yes! I use the Bistro Chalk Marker - love it. I do have to wipe it off with a damp cloth.
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I looked up DIY chalk paint on Pinterest and found out how to mix my own chalk finish paint (not chalk board paint). The one I use has indoor paint, water, and plaster of Paris. No need to strip or sand the piece. I used an off white paint, and want over it with the minwax dark paste to darken it and age it. It looks especially nice in the grooves and corners. I love finishing furniture this way because you can do even a big piece in one day!
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I didn't use a chalk pen, but I did use regularchalk and unfortunately the letters did wipe off too easily with frequent handling. I will try a chalk pen before I give up on the labels. I am using the rest of the contact paper on a cupboard face for a chalk board.
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I haven't done so, but it says any gel markers will work. Ours are still going strong. :-)
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cues, balls, & rack yes..............not sure on chalk.......I don't remember
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I'll keep my eye open and let you all know. I tried using different crayola markers from color explosion and they don't work very well. So if you have those try it out until you get the refills. Has anyone out there tried other markers or know where to purchase the refills.....
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Hi, thank you for your question. While we have several customers who have successfully used our markers on chalk painted surfaces, we do not recommend it. Painted surfaces are typically porous, i.e., the surface has small pores allowing liquid to be absorbed or pass through. This makes it difficult to remove ink from the surface once applied. If you believe the surface on which the chalk paint was been applied is non-porous, please test a small inconspicuous area first to ensure you can remove the ink. Surfaces that are typically porous include wood, plaster, cement, tiles, cork and brick. Our Liquid Chalk erases easily with water on a non-porous surface, i.e metal, glass, slated chalkboards. I hope we have sufficiently answered your question. If you have any further queries, please don't hesitate to contact us, we are here to help. Lilly Morrison - Inspired By Craft
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Hi, Thanks for your question. Many of our customers are using our markers on chalk paint with success, however we do not recommend doing so. The reason being is that chalk paint - and all painted surfaces - are porous. This means the surface has microscopic holes which will allow ink to seep into the pores. Once you try and wipe the ink off a chalk painted surface, you may find it leaves a faint mark. Generally this mark can be removed using Windex, an ammonia based cleaner, or a lot of people have had success with Mr. Clean Magic Erasers, which are designed for removing marks off walls without removing paintwork. Given the variability of different surfaces and different brands of chalk paint, we would not recommend using our product on such a surface in case you experience issues with its removal. Other porous surfaces which should be avoided for the same reason include wood, concrete, & tiles. Also if using on a chalkboard, please check to ensure it is a solid slated chalkboard. What you will find is that if the chalkboard has a soft wood backing (often pine or similar), then it is most likely painted with chalk paint which may cause the above issues. Manufacturers of chalk boards often do this in order to save cost, and as you will appreciate whilst we guarantee the performance of our markers, we cannot guarantee all chalkboard surfaces are safe given there are so many different brands and types. We trust this is of assistance. Regards, Paul Davidson Chalk This Way
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I would use markers, the material is very flexible and paint would probably crack and peel.
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My white writes fine on our chalkboard.Use Dawn Power Dissolver (it's for gunked up pans and such). Works like a charm! I just did my chalk board with it and it's beautiful and easy to write on now! You should be able to get it at any grocery store or Wal-mart.
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I have used both brands, and I can say that for sure that chalk series brand has a thicker material. It has a more durable texture that doesn't scratch as easily as the other brand. My chalkseries boards last longer before looking worn out. If you can afford these, i highly recommend them.