Rustins Quick Drying Blackboard Black Paint
Rustins Quick Drying Blackboard Black Paint
Overview
Rustins Blackboard Black is a water-based, quick-drying paint that creates a matt, non-reflective black surface, ideal for blackboards, photographic work, or creative chalkboard projects. Suitable for use on almost any surface, it provides a smooth, durable finish that can be used both indoors and outdoors.
- Matt black, non-reflective finish for optimal chalk visibility
- Water-based and quick-drying, with low odour
- Can be applied to a wide variety of surfaces to create a chalkboard anywhere
- Conforms to Safety of Toys Regulations, BS EN 71 Part 3 (1995)
Rustins Blackboard Black combines versatility, safety, and ease of use, allowing you to create durable chalk surfaces on walls, doors, furniture, or craft projects.
| Area | Interior & Exterior |
| Recommended Use | Creating chalk/blackboards, notice boarts and photographic work. |
| Base | Water-Based |
| Coverage | Up to 12m2 per litre |
| Drying Time | Touch-dry in 30 Minutes. Allow 3 days to fully cure before using chalk on the surface. |
| Re-Coat Time | 6 Hours |
| Recommended Coats | 1-2 Coats |
| Application Method | Brush |
| Clean Up | Remove as much product as possible from the equipment before cleaning with water |
Preparation
Ensure the surface is clean, smooth, sound, dry, and free from wax, dust, and other contaminants.
- If applying to bare wood, 2-3 coats may be required to achieve the desired film thickness and coverage.
- Clean previously painted or coated surfaces using Rustins Surface Cleaner, white spirit, detergent, or sugar soap.
- Lightly sand the surface to provide a key for the paint to adhere effectively.
- May be applied over solvent and acrylic paint.
Proper preparation ensures a smooth, durable, and long-lasting matt black finish suitable for chalkboard or photographic applications.
Application
Before you start, make sure the surface is clean, dry, and free from dust, grease, or loose material. Stir the paint thoroughly to ensure an even finish.
- Apply the paint using a good-quality synthetic fibre brush, working it on generously and evenly. Avoid over-brushing, as this can affect the final appearance.
- For best results, apply 1–2 coats, depending on the coverage and depth of colour you’d like to achieve.
- The paint will be touch-dry in around 30 minutes, but allow approximately 6 hours between coats. Drying times may vary depending on temperature and humidity.
- Once finished, allow the surface to fully cure for 3 days before writing on it with chalk. This helps create a durable, long-lasting blackboard surface.
- For optimum performance, apply in dry conditions at temperatures between 15-25°C. Do not apply below 10°C or in high humidity.