Create a Colorful Chalkboard Dresser
![Bold Chalkboard Dresser Dresser With Bold Chalkboard Paint](http://hgtvhome.sndimg.com/content/dam/images/hgtv/fullset/2010/11/2/0/original_Janell-Beals-chalkboard-dresser-beauty_s3x4.jpg.rend.hgtvcom.616.822.85.suffix/1400956335019.jpeg)
Materials Needed:
- dresser
- water-based primer
- chalkboard paint (tinted to the color of your choice)
- paintbrush
- extra-fine sanding pad
- tack cloth
- chalk
- towel
- drop cloth
Prep Work Area and Dresser
Protect work area with a drop cloth. Remove all hardware and drawers from dresser. Tip: Place hardware together in a zipped baggie so no screws are lost.
![Prepare the Dresser for Painting Dresser With No Hardware or Drawers](http://hgtvhome.sndimg.com/content/dam/images/hgtv/fullset/2010/12/14/0/Original_Janell-Beals-chalkboard-dresser-step-1_s4x3.jpg.rend.hgtvcom.616.462.85.suffix/1400960158019.jpeg)
Sand Surface
Sand all dresser surfaces to knock down any existing finish then remove all dust with tack cloth.
![Sand the Dresser Sanding Top of Dresser](http://hgtvhome.sndimg.com/content/dam/images/hgtv/fullset/2010/12/14/0/Original_Janell-Beals-chalkboard-dresser-step-2_s4x3.jpg.rend.hgtvcom.616.462.85.suffix/1400960158265.jpeg)
Apply Primer
Brush a smooth layer of primer onto dresser and drawer surfaces. Let dry three hours then lightly sand primed areas to eliminate any rough spots. Wipe clean with tack cloth.
![Prime the Dresser Before Chalkboard Paint Adding Primer to Dresser With Brush](http://hgtvhome.sndimg.com/content/dam/images/hgtv/fullset/2010/12/14/0/Original_Janell-Beals-chalkboard-dresser-step-3_s4x3.jpg.rend.hgtvcom.616.462.85.suffix/1400960158149.jpeg)
Apply Paint
Brush a consistent layer of chalkboard paint onto dresser and drawer surfaces; allow to dry three hours.
![Paint Kid's Chalkboard Dresser Applying Red Paint to Dresser](http://hgtvhome.sndimg.com/content/dam/images/hgtv/fullset/2010/12/14/0/Original_Janell-Beals-chalkboard-dresser-step-4_s4x3.jpg.rend.hgtvcom.616.462.85.suffix/1400960158109.jpeg)
Sand Between Coats
Sand down any raised areas before applying the second coat of chalkboard paint. Wipe clean with tack cloth.
![Sand Between Paint Coats Sanding Red Dresser](http://hgtvhome.sndimg.com/content/dam/images/hgtv/fullset/2010/12/14/0/Original_Janell-Beals-chalkboard-dresser-step-5_s4x3.jpg.rend.hgtvcom.616.462.85.suffix/1400960598823.jpeg)
Apply Second Coat
Brush on second coat of chalkboard paint and allow to dry three hours.
![Adding a Second Coat of Chalkboard Paint Applying Red Paint on Dresser](http://hgtvhome.sndimg.com/content/dam/images/hgtv/fullset/2010/12/14/0/Original_Janell-Beals-chalkboard-dresser-step-6_s4x3.jpg.rend.hgtvcom.616.462.85.suffix/1400960598650.jpeg)
Treat Painted Surfaces With Chalk
Prepare dresser for writing by covering surfaces with a large chalk stick on its side. Tip: This step prevents any future chalk phrases from being "burned" into the surface and allows markings to be fully erasable.
![Prep Dresser With Chalk Treating Red Painted Surfaces With Chalk](http://hgtvhome.sndimg.com/content/dam/images/hgtv/fullset/2010/12/14/0/Original_Janell-Beals-chalkboard-dresser-step-7_s4x3.jpg.rend.hgtvcom.616.462.85.suffix/1400960598698.jpeg)
Wipe Clean
Rub chalk into painted surface then wipe away with towel.
![Clean the Dresser Surface Wiping Away Chalk From Dresser Drawers](http://hgtvhome.sndimg.com/content/dam/images/hgtv/fullset/2010/12/14/0/Original_Janell-Beals-chalkboard-dresser-step-8_s4x3.jpg.rend.hgtvcom.616.462.85.suffix/1400960599720.jpeg)
Label Drawers
Help kids stay organized by labeling each drawer. Alternately, you can add a favorite quote or saying or allow kids to add their own chalk artwork.
![Chalkboard Painted Dresser With Messages on Drawers Red Dresser With Labeled Drawers](http://hgtvhome.sndimg.com/content/dam/images/hgtv/fullset/2010/12/14/0/Original_Janell-Beals-chalkboard-dresser-step-9_s4x3.jpg.rend.hgtvcom.616.462.85.suffix/1400959292489.jpeg)