Top 10 Best Chalk Paints in 2021 (Rust-Oleum, Heirlooms, and More)

The Rust-Oluem line of chalk paint has been setting the bar for non-Annie Sloan, chalk paint for years. It's available in a 30-ounce container, so it's perfect for any large project. It's also made in a low-odor formula for a less smelly painting experience.

Painters loved that this paint goes on easy and dries fast! Most reviews stated they'd only needed one or two coats to transform their walls and furniture. There are negative reviews due to some purchases of the linen white and the clear coat paints leaving a yellowish finish on some furniture, though.

Overall, this paint takes top place for its high quality and easy application. As a bonus, it can be ordered with a brush and even comes with a free refund as an added guarantee.

The Heirloom Traditions Paint series is made with furniture in mind. Since it's an all-in-one product, it functions as a primer, wax coat, and topcoat all in one! If you're looking for a paint to finish walls or furniture with minimal effort, this is it.

A lot of reviewers are into the patented low luster matte finish that makes refurbished furniture look brand new. It also has a "self-leveling" factor. So in a perfect world, no sanding or smoothing is required.

The bad news is that some painters weren't fans of the learning curve for this paint. Because of the added factors for color, topcoat, and self-leveling, this paint is known to take a more refined painting application for maximum use.

While this paint may not be the absolute best for beginners, most reviewers love the finished look. Additionally, it can actually be applied to fabrics and leathers to give this chalk paint a little more function.

Country Chic's chalk paint lines come in a vast variety of colors and sizes and it dries within 30 minutes. This primer-and-paint combo is also made without harmful chemicals like phthalates, formaldehyde, heavy metals, and more, so it's safe for the whole family!

Most reviewers praised the finished colors and the wide selection of vintage shades. However, there's negative press for the paint durability. Painters say that the finish chips and scratches easily. This is an issue for painters that desire a sleek, smooth finish.

On the bright side, many buyers highlighted the coverage and minimal prep times for this chalk paint. They were able to achieve their perfect look after only a few coats. Reviewers also loved that the watery texture of this paint made it easy to work with.

The Retique It paint collection comes in gallon sizes and offers add-ons that come with a top coat and two unique brushes or, alternatively, two wax coats and three unique brushes. It's specifically made for furniture and cabinets, so you can spruce up an old piece in no time.

A lot of reviewers loved how far this paint stretches. Even reviewers who were tackling larger projects stated that it only took one to two coats to get the job done. Some also liked that the paint was almost odorless.

Here's the catch, though: there are painters who were less than impressed with the finished shades of certain colors, namely Midnight Black, some browns, and certain blues. But overall, many were impressed with the kit options and easy application.

The KILZ chalk paint has a little bit of everything you want from a quality can of chalk paint. Reviewers loved the smooth finish this paint provides. They also liked how thick this paint is in comparison to its watery alternatives. That means little goes a long way.

This chalk paint does take quite a few coats to completely cover brightly colored projects. Reviewers applied upwards of three coats before achieving the desired results.

In the end, this chalk paint offers the versatility that chalk paint is known for as it can be applied to almost any surface and has a solid color selection. This chalk paint also comes in larger sizes for painting a room or wall.

Don't let the "furniture" paint label fool you. This chalk paint by Shabby Chic can be applied to virtually any surface (like most chalk paint). Reviewers liked that the paint was easy to distress, affordable, and has a flat matte finish.

But the downside is that reviewers had a lot to say about how watery the paint is and how many coats it takes to really set in. They also had poor experiences with colors, as the colors tend to be darker or lighter than expected once dried.

All in all, reviewers enjoyed the even finish and long-term durability this chalk paint offers.

Jolie's chalk paint is water-based, which means it's easy to clean up spills. This particular paint also has sample sizes available to try before you commit.

Painters and refurbishers enjoyed the short drying time and the smooth matte finish. But no product is perfect and reviewers were not fans of certain shades like black, teal, and blue which were either not as vibrant or as dark as they would've liked.

While you can't win'em all, this particular chalk paint did win most of them thanks to its texture, consistency, and little-to-no prep time. Reviewers also noted that the paint finish is durable and goes on smoothly.

This is the only chalk paint on the list that can be bought in an aerosol can for the same chalky finish. Also, it's worth noting that there are beaucoups of additional colors for the aerosol!

Users of this chalk paint absolutely loved how accurate the finished colors were. They stated it was easy to apply, dry, and the coverage was good. A few painters also noted how thick this paint.

The negative reviews for this paint are focused more around the aerosol can nozzle coming damaged, and how chalk flakes in the can might affect breathing. It is advised to wear proper protective equipment when dealing with aerosol fumes in general.

For the most part, reviewers appreciated the color, short drying time, and the fact many only needed one to two coats to revamp their projects.

The FolkArt chalk paint set comes with nine different colors to choose from! Perfect for multi-piece projects. These chalk paints are great for beginners, those trying to find the right shade, and those working on smaller projects.

Reviewers enjoyed the light colors and the bright matte finish. They also liked that the paint has great coverage and some refurbishers made a habit of adding a little water to stretch the paint even further.

Some reviewers rated the product lower for the small, two-ounce, bottles as they'd expected more chalk paint. To be clear, this entry isn't for repainting a wall or armoire. Reviewers that knew what to expect enjoyed the variety and how quickly this chalk paint dries.

This chalk paint can be applied to any surface and is available in a multitude of colors. However, the smaller available sizes mean this chalk paint may not be ideal for painting larger projects.

Painters liked the sleek finish and fast drying time of this paint. The overall finish is stated to revitalize old furniture. They also liked the coverage as most projects were completed with only a couple of coats.

However, reviewers were disappointed with the colors once dried and the watery consistency of the paint. Still, most refurbishers liked the matte finish and simple clean-up.