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A magnetic tray chalkboard with notes, chalk drawings, and magnets.
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DIY Amazing Magnetic Chalkboard

This DIY Amazing Magnetic Chalkboard is a simple, accessible craft for you and the kids, you'll have a blast!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Decorative Craft, Paint Craft
Keyword: DIY Magnetic Chalkboard
Servings: 1 Magnetic Chalkboard
Author: Shelly
Cost: $15

Equipment

  • Coverings to protect surfaces

Ingredients

  • 1 Oil pan (3×4’ from automotive store)
  • 1 can Chalkboard paint 
  • 1 Sponge brush
  • Paint tape
  • Chalk
  • Hanger for board 3M Command strips could work well

Instructions

  • Use painters tape to tape off the edges of the oil pan so that the chalkboard paint only goes on the flat surface of the pan. Make sure the tape is pressed down well to give a crisp painted edge.
  • Stir or shake the chalkboard paint can up so it is well mixed before using. Use the sponge brush to paint the surface of the pan with strokes that go in one direction.
  • Wait awhile while the paint dries (timing directions are on the can). Then paint the surface again with the brush moving a different direction. It may even need a third coat of paint. Let dry.
  • Use a piece of chalk on its side to go over the entire surface of the board. Wipe this off with a rag. This “preps” the surface so that the chalk doesn’t stay on the paint permanently when you write on it later. Don’t skip this step.
  • When taking off the tape, pull very gently as it can pull chunks of the paint with it.

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