tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3133880622852492921.post5591690585492707189..comments2024-01-19T02:42:36.132-06:00Comments on Revisionary Life: CeCe Caldwell and Annie Sloan: How do they compare?Revihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03118538206780122093noreply@blogger.comBlogger17125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3133880622852492921.post-43261892619497956612015-06-16T11:05:05.060-05:002015-06-16T11:05:05.060-05:00After comparing the Material Safety Data Sheets, I...After comparing the Material Safety Data Sheets, I would much prefer using CeCe Caldwell Chalk & Clay Paints. They are non flammable. And, as many pointed out, the paint is unlike latex and must be applied with the proper brushes and sealed to get quality results. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3133880622852492921.post-3333983283549794372014-09-08T11:54:08.810-05:002014-09-08T11:54:08.810-05:00I have used both paints and would like to point ou...I have used both paints and would like to point out that these paints cannot be used like latex. They are an entirely different animal. Be sure to go to a dealer who will give you a brief demo (they should for free) of the product before you use it or you will not get the benefits of the paint. You cannot simply paint a piece of furniture with it using your knowledge of how to paint with latex. You often need special brushes and the sealers are very important. The sealers are part of the paint process with these chalk paints. Be sure to check out a local dealer and get the help you need so you can truly enjoy this type of paint.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08983454420929678339noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3133880622852492921.post-84371141474904988512014-07-01T14:06:37.017-05:002014-07-01T14:06:37.017-05:00I have use both. I will go back to Annie Sloan. ...I have use both. I will go back to Annie Sloan. The Cece Caldwell's in my opinion does not have the coverage and chips very easily. It sometimes need touch ups before you can even wax. Tried used the spray bottle technique with water to make it smooth. It didn't work with Cece Caldwell's. Not happy at all. It may not be a bad paint, but I don't care for it at all. Annie Sloan is so much easier to work with. It took so much Cece Caldwell paint to paint a very small nightstand, about half a quart of one color and about half a quart of the contrast color. You won't save money because of this.Jaymenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3133880622852492921.post-45571250280010784682013-07-05T21:12:46.061-05:002013-07-05T21:12:46.061-05:00I love wet distressing! It is one of my favorite t...I love wet distressing! It is one of my favorite techniques..the tip is to use a small piece of cloth and do not have it too wet...here is a post of some of the pieces I have wet distressed--keep trying--it is my new obsession!! <br /><br />http://midwestcottageandfinds.blogspot.com/2013/06/american-paint-companys.htmlchris from midwest cottge and findshttp://midwestcottageandfinds.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3133880622852492921.post-22551564744672414612013-07-05T20:09:12.925-05:002013-07-05T20:09:12.925-05:00Great comparison--but to be fair I think you shoul...Great comparison--but to be fair I think you should check out the ASCP MSDS sheet--very toxic toxic...http://www.materialsafetydatasheets.info/annie-sloan.html<br /><br />Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3133880622852492921.post-87263754952725415252013-07-05T15:13:02.625-05:002013-07-05T15:13:02.625-05:00Our local Annie Sloan Chalk paint stockist is the ...Our local Annie Sloan Chalk paint stockist is the person who Instructed me 1st on damp cloth distressing. That is the only way she does it. They all come off the same with a damp cloth once dry.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3133880622852492921.post-33163999405560026612013-07-03T00:26:49.993-05:002013-07-03T00:26:49.993-05:00Great info Revi. I have only tried ASCP and homem...Great info Revi. I have only tried ASCP and homemade. I wanted to try CECE but the only place that I know carries it around here was closed. So I used AS again. It is right down the road from me and very convenient. I still wonder if the wax protects that much. Guess time will tell. Thanks for sharing with SYC.<br />hugs,<br />JannHave a Daily Cup of Mrs. Olsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15446091501170762899noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3133880622852492921.post-48167871095868879342013-06-28T07:13:58.483-05:002013-06-28T07:13:58.483-05:00I tried CCC paint a few months ago, because I have...I tried CCC paint a few months ago, because I have a retailer close by and the colors are really great. Like you, distressing took off WAY too much paint for my liking ... I had virtually no control over it, as the paint practically dissolved and wiped off the cabinet door I had painted the day before. Disgusted with the results, and not willing to risk a new product that I no longer had faith in, it only took a moderate scrubbing with a kitchen scrubber to take ALL of the CCC paint off of that cabinet door! I mixed up a similar custom color with ASCP (which I have used on many pieces over the last two years). I say, don't waste your money on CCC. (no affiliation with either company here. Just a very seasoned refinisher/do-it-yourselfer.)Connie in Hartwoodhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09127877285792861166noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3133880622852492921.post-27858762412532354632013-06-27T11:22:59.801-05:002013-06-27T11:22:59.801-05:00I love the unsolicited opinions! That is the kind ...I love the unsolicited opinions! That is the kind we need to see.....Around here, I can't find CCC, and I can find ASCP. So, it is nice to hear your opinion!<br />Thank you<br />NancyWild Oak Designshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03130161439969950766noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3133880622852492921.post-61537989011580359692013-06-26T09:24:53.913-05:002013-06-26T09:24:53.913-05:00Ok. I'm a paint retailer in California and fo...Ok. I'm a paint retailer in California and found you on SSS. I stock a new chalk style paint, Old Town Paints and Miss Mustard Seed's Milk Paint. Nice to be here!<br /><br />I love product comparisons, especially when it comes to paint! So, let me give my 2 cents worth!<br /><br />ALL chalk style paints will wet distress. Even Annie Sloan. You can't do it after waxed, but before is fine.<br /><br />I use a small piece of terry cloth when wet distressing, backed by a finger, to work in small areas. I really like working with 100% cotton when distressing or buffing. You have to wet or dry distress very carefully, or too much paint can come off. <br /><br />All chalk paints are designed to have a top coat of wax, or a polyacrylic (sealant) of some kind. Otherwise, they are subject to water stains and have a chalky feel to them. I love the feel of a waxed piece of furniture, but polyacrylic is perfect for outdoor pieces.<br /><br />Price is a big deal. There are some great chalk style paints being made right now, throughout the U.S., for under $30 a quart, with great results. <br /><br />Happy Painting,<br />BarbaraBarbara Bussey {The Treasured Home}https://www.blogger.com/profile/01566967029105521709noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3133880622852492921.post-37466964922757548432013-06-25T23:34:40.537-05:002013-06-25T23:34:40.537-05:00This was really helpful as I'm considering pai...This was really helpful as I'm considering painting some pieces that I have for my sleeping porch.Butterfly 8)(8 Bungalow https://www.blogger.com/profile/12407401010841427366noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3133880622852492921.post-35016763914845040442013-06-25T21:40:17.376-05:002013-06-25T21:40:17.376-05:00What an informative post! I had wondered about the...What an informative post! I had wondered about the comparison but have not used CCC yet. I'll be interested in seeing your follow up!Pat@Life At Lydias Househttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14787343275424850739noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3133880622852492921.post-54402153504087554412013-06-25T21:30:55.607-05:002013-06-25T21:30:55.607-05:00Thanks Revi. My daughter got me a quart of Annie S...Thanks Revi. My daughter got me a quart of Annie Sloan for Christmas that I have been saving. I can't wait to paint something on my next day off. I was a little worried.<br />I have a vintage ironing board, I think I'm going to go for it!<br />I'll take pictures. Thank you for the inspiration.<br />Clara from Redeemed Junk and Stuff<br />Clarahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00738057909765876853noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3133880622852492921.post-17048300186594098782013-06-25T15:24:51.330-05:002013-06-25T15:24:51.330-05:00Your comparison is very interesting to me. I have...Your comparison is very interesting to me. I have recently used ASCP and tried Valspar Super Flat as a substitute. I've not used CCC at all but wondered about it. So far, I really like ASCP and the way it handles every surface with no prep. But the price! I bought a few basics and racked up $119. The Valspar is similar, but it's harder to get the dark wax blended. BTW, I love your Word of the Day. :-)<br />His blessings,<br />Kim @ Curtain QueenAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14921234463617674458noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3133880622852492921.post-76684447296102511462013-06-25T05:42:20.640-05:002013-06-25T05:42:20.640-05:00Well, thanks for doing the work for us. That was v...Well, thanks for doing the work for us. That was very interesting. I have never bought either. I always make my own (because I'm cheap and don't want to have to drive somewhere to find some.) I find that the chalk paint I make can also be sanded with a wet rag and I do that for some things, especially when I don't want to go outside. Way less messy. I bet your Annie Sloan paint can also be wet distressed just the same. I'm also finding that I usually need the two coats and touch up on dark pieces. Keep up the good work!<br />LizLiz @ Quirky Vistashttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12619479131117781394noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3133880622852492921.post-74031742175557810292013-06-25T02:46:20.075-05:002013-06-25T02:46:20.075-05:00Hi Revi, I made a new bloggie friend in you. Thank...Hi Revi, I made a new bloggie friend in you. Thanks again for following me. Following you back. So happy you made the comparison between ASCP and CeCe and shared it with us. ASCP will be available in South Africa from 1 July and I seriously can't wait to get my hands on it!<br /><br />xoxo<br />SumayaSumaya at Evocative Vintagehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06596420402941033148noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3133880622852492921.post-22508229107432205782013-06-23T17:49:26.702-05:002013-06-23T17:49:26.702-05:00we have both, but, i've only used as, and from...we have both, but, i've only used as, and from your test, i think i'll stick to as:) thanks so much and have a great week!farmhouse-storyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00032726701043723077noreply@blogger.com