Upcycle - Chalk Fridge

So we got our house 3 years ago and the kitchen is ok, but could definitely use an revamp.  My only problem is I hate wasting money on things. What I mean is even though the fridge & oven are cream they work perfectly. So why go spend $3000+ on a LG french door fridge if I don't need to right now.

The problem is that I really do hate the color. So I figured with my left over chalkboard paint from another DIY project I would paint the fridge. If it turned out awesome, if it didn't that would be my clue to buy new appliances.

Well, guess what!?  It worked and looks adorable in the kitchen! I absolutely love it and I'm sad I didn't think of it sooner.

Things you'll need:
-Chalk board paint (any color)
-Small grain sandpaper
-Small detail paint brush
-Door and cabinet roller kit
-Painters tape
-Rag
-Chalk

The how-to is really simple:

Wipe down the fridge, when its dry lightly sand it and then wipe down again.

Tape off any sections you don't want painted. I did the detail work first and then used the roller. Do one section at a time. I didn't completely follow the directions, after 30 minutes I applied another coat and in 8 hours did another. I waited 48 hours to wipe it down and then use it as a chalk board.

I've been using it daily. An eraser (ebay has good deals on erasers) will remove the chalk, however a lightly damp rag will remove all traces of previous drawing/lettering. Purchase a metal locker pen holder and use it to store your eraser and chalk.

NOTE- I got my black paint at Home Depot, but the bottom image is from Lowes.


The Hubby, Wee P and our friends who have been over love the revamp!