FolkArt Home Decor Chalk Furniture & Craft Paint in Assorted Colors
- Paint
- 16 fl oz
- Ultra Matte
- Acrylic
- Better rated than 68%
A straightforward, USA-made chalk paint built for the distressed-furniture look, with minimal prep needed before you start.
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How it ranks among the 19 paints we track
4.8★ across 3,500 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
3,500 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
1,000+ bought on Amazon last month.
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Overview
FolkArt Home Decor Chalk paint in White Adirondack (model 34846), a 16 oz chalk-finish acrylic paint that dries to an ultra-matte look and is made in the USA.
Chalk paints trade gloss for the ability to distress and layer, and this one leans into that: the ultra-matte dried finish sands and layers cleanly for an aged look on furniture and home decor pieces. It's formulated to skip heavy sanding or priming beforehand, which is the main reason people reach for chalk paint over standard acrylic on furniture flips. Clean-up stays simple with soap and water as long as it's addressed before the paint sets.
- 16 oz size, White Adirondack shade
- Ultra-matte finish, sands and layers for a distressed look
- Minimal surface prep required before painting
- Works on wood, glass, metal and terra cotta
Who it's for
Fits furniture flippers and home decor crafters who want a distressed, aged white finish without stripping or priming first. Less useful for anyone wanting a glossy, wipeable finish, since the ultra-matte surface is built to be sanded and worn down, not preserved shiny.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Minimal surface prep needed before painting
- Ultra-matte finish sands and distresses cleanly
- Works across wood, glass, metal and terra cotta
- Matte finish is not meant to stay glossy or durable
- Single 16 oz size, no smaller sample option listed
Performance notes
The formula is pigmented enough to cover in fewer coats than typical craft acrylic, and because it needs minimal surface prep, most projects start with cleaning rather than sanding or priming. Once dry, the ultra-matte surface can be layered with additional coats and sanded back to expose lower layers, which is how the aged look is achieved. It's rated for wood, glass, metal and terra cotta, so the same can be used across a mixed-material furniture piece.
Specifications
| Brand | FolkArt |
|---|---|
| Model | 34846 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 1 pound |
| Size | 16 fl oz |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Item Volume | 16 fl oz |
| Age Range Description | General Use Product |
| Construction & materials | |
| Finish Type | Ultra Matte |
| Color | White Adirondack |
| Color Code | White Adirondack |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 16 fl oz |
| Other details | |
| Paint Type | Acrylic |
| Container Type | Bottle |
| Item Form | Liquid |
| Item Type Name | Folkart Home Decor Chalk Paint 16oz - White Adirondack |
| Special Features | Non Toxic |
| Dry Time In Hours | 1 |
| Specific Uses For Product | Interior |
| Surface Recommendation | Glass,Metal,Wood |
| Coverage | Full |
| Indoor Outdoor Usage | Indoor |
| Part Number | 34846 |
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How it compares
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|---|---|---|---|
| FolkArt Home Decor Chalk Furniture & Craft Paint in Assorted ColorsThis product | 4.8 / 5 | 3,500 | 4.7 / 5 |
| Apple Barrel Multi Surface Acrylic PaintApple Barrel | 4.7 / 5 | 14,800 | 4.7 / 5 |
| TBC The Best Crafts Paint Sticks for Kids Ages 2-8TBC The Best Crafts | 4.8 / 5 | 6,800 | 4.7 / 5 |
| Mont Marte Acrylic Colour Paint Set Signature 24pc x 1.21 US fl.ozMont Marte | 4.8 / 5 | 15,500 | 4.6 / 5 |
| Angelus Acrylic Leather PaintAngelus | 4.8 / 5 | 10,300 | 4.6 / 5 |
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Questions about the FolkArt 34846
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
Does FolkArt Home Decor Chalk paint need primer first?
No, it's formulated to need minimal surface prep, so most projects just need a clean surface before painting.
Can this White Adirondack shade be distressed or sanded?
Yes, the ultra-matte finish is designed to be layered and sanded back for an aged, worn look.
What surfaces does the 34846 paint work on?
The listing specifies wood, glass, metal and terra cotta, among other home decor surfaces.