painting interior brick to look chalky

[kristens]

hi guys!!!
i am trying to paint and old brick interior, of 900 sq feet to a warm, chalky or more brick like chalk like texture. i was told that acrylic paint mixed with something that sounded like "cyme" was the way to go. i plan on putting on a clear masonry sealer, then because the brick is quite uneven, old and dark, put on a velvety warm wash on it. any advice/ suggestions?

thanks!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
kristen

kristens

[Laura]

Hi Kristen,
My expertise is stenciling, but I know from reading other forums on here there are several that pertain to what you're asking, so if no one can help here, keep on reading! Good Luck!

[HayZee518]

Try "THOROSEAL" it is a cement based concrete sealer paint. It is available in colors. It may provide you with a one coat finish you desire or a suitable base for a different kind of paint to get the results you want.

[MrsFauxster]

OH! What you need to get is lime paint. It feels chalky and can be tinted to earth-toned colors (i.e. brick or terra cotta) You don't need to seal it when you are done if you want it to continue to "chalk out" naturally. It's a beautiful and natural look, and it's not really "faux painting" because it's the "real McCoy".

Go to www.Adicolor.com and look up a dealer in your area for the lime paint.

Amanda
www.artisticillusions.com