Athenian Black Chalk Paint™ by Annie Sloan
Annie Sloan Athenian Black Chalk Paint™ is a true, deep black furniture paint with a sophisticated, timeless finish. Part of the iconic Annie Sloan Chalk Paint™ range, Athenian Black is ideal for painting furniture, upcycling tired pieces and creating dramatic statement pieces in your home.
A timeless and versatile colour, Athenian Black is ideal for transforming furniture and creating a bold, sophisticated finish in your home.
Whether you're painting an old chest of drawers, dining table, wardrobe, bedside table or decorative piece, this rich black paint is a popular choice for furniture painting and upcycling projects.
Why choose Athenian Black?
Athenian Black is a deep, true black that can create very different looks depending on how you use it.
Use it to create:
- sophisticated black furniture
- dramatic statement pieces
- contemporary interiors
- traditional painted furniture
- two-tone furniture designs
- striking upcycled pieces
- dark, modern accents
- painted kitchen cabinets
It works particularly well when paired with contrasting colours and natural wood tones.
How much Athenian Black Chalk Paint™ do I need?
Annie Sloan Chalk Paint™ is available in different sizes to suit everything from smaller decorative projects to larger pieces of furniture.
As a guide, 1 litre covers approximately 13 square metres, while 500ml covers approximately 6.5 square metres. Coverage can vary depending on the surface and application.
If you're unsure how much paint you need, we'd be happy to help you choose the right size.
Do I need to prepare furniture before using Chalk Paint™?
One of the reasons Annie Sloan Chalk Paint™ is so popular for furniture painting is its ease of use and minimal preparation requirements.
For the best results, make sure your furniture is clean, dry and free from loose dirt, grease or flaking material before painting.
Different surfaces may require different preparation, so if you're unsure, ask us for advice.
Does Athenian Black Chalk Paint™ need a finish?
For many furniture projects, a protective finish is recommended.
Annie Sloan recommends using Chalk Paint™ Wax or Chalk Paint™ Lacquer where appropriate, depending on the piece and the level of durability required.
Colours that work with Athenian Black
Athenian Black can be used alone for a dramatic finish or combined with other Annie Sloan colours.
Consider pairing it with:
- Old White
- Original ** Best Seller
- Country Grey
- Aubusson Blue
- Primer Red
- Capri Pink ** Our favourite combination
How to use Annie Sloan Chalk Paint:
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Clean your furniture
Remove dirt, dust and grease. - Stir the paint thoroughly.
- Apply Chalk Paint™ using an Annie Sloan brush or suitable roller.
- Allow to dry.
- Add a second coat if required.
- Protect your finished piece with Chalk Paint™ Wax or another suitable finish.
- Enjoy your newly transformed furniture!
New to using Chalk Paint or need more information check out our Annie Sloan Chalk Paint Guide
For inspiration and ideas to use Chalk Paint to upcycle and paint furniture see our Annie Sloan Paint & Colour Academy
See the full range of 50+ Annie Sloan Chalk Paint Colours
Complete your project
Athenian Black Paint + Chalk Paint Brush + Clear Wax
Need help choosing your paint?
We're happy to help.
Whether you're painting your first piece of furniture or you're an experienced upcycler, we're here to help you choose colours, paint sizes, brushes and finishes.
Visit us in Long Melford, Suffolk, or explore our Annie Sloan workshops.
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