What is Fusion Paint?
February 7, 2019
What is Fusion Paint?
Fusion Paint is 100% acrylic, water-based paint. Once cures, fusion paint is both stain and waterproof. The best part, no primer or topcoat is required — a one-step process paint.
So you’re probably wondering right about now, what’s the difference between chalk paint and fusion paint.I’m glad you asked. There is some difference, and they are noteworthy.
Check it out.
Fusion Paint Chalk Paint
Prep Time? Little to none Prep Time? Little to none
Consistency? Light, thin,self-leveling with minimal Consistency? Thick, finish shows more
texture texture
Can colors be mixed? Yes Can colors mix? Yes
Can you distress? Yes Can you distress? Yes
Can you antique? Yes Can you antique? Yes
Waterproof? Yes Waterproof? NO!!
Stainproof? Yes Stainproof? NO!!
Requires sealing with topcoat? No Requires sealing w/topcoat? No
Toxic? No, low VOC, no toxic fillers Toxic? Some brands latex, Ethylene Glycol,
Can you distress? Yes Can you distress? Yes
Can you antique? Yes Can you antique? Yes
Waterproof? Yes Waterproof? NO!!
Stainproof? Yes Stainproof? NO!!
Requires sealing with topcoat? No Requires sealing w/topcoat? No
Toxic? No, low VOC, no toxic fillers Toxic? Some brands latex, Ethylene Glycol,
and methanol and all harmful.
Cost? $20.50 per pint Cost? $35-40 per quart.
Cost? $20.50 per pint Cost? $35-40 per quart.
As you can see, there are more benefits to using fusion paint rather than chalk paint. Fusion paint makes it easier to use and produces long term results. It’s also more affordable. And it comes in metallic as well!!
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