Chicago Grey – Chalk Paint by Annie Sloan

Description

Annie Sloan Chicago Grey Chalk Paint is an excellent choice for furniture upcycling, especially when you want a cool, understated finish. It works beautifully on wooden furniture and can be used on its own or combined with other Annie Sloan Chalk Paint colours to create a more individual look.

Why Choose Chicago Grey Chalk Paint?

• Contemporary grey with a subtle blue undertone
• Ideal for industrial and Scandinavian interiors
• A versatile neutral for modern furniture
• Excellent for furniture upcycling projects
• Works beautifully with both light and dark colours
• Can be layered and distressed to create an aged finish
• Available in 120ml tester pots and 1 litre tins

Chicago Grey pairs particularly well with colours including Emperor’s Silk, Old Ochre, Antoinette, Paloma, Graphite and Aubusson Blue.

Chicago Grey for Different Interior Styles

• Industrial interiors: Chicago Grey’s cool grey tone works particularly well with metal, exposed brick, aged wood and darker finishes.
• Scandinavian interiors: Its soft blue-grey undertone complements light woods and simple, natural furnishings.
• Contemporary furniture: Chicago Grey provides a subtle neutral backdrop that works well with modern interiors without being as stark as a bright white.

How to Use Chalk Paint

Chicago Grey Chalk Paint by Annie Sloan offers a fresh and contemporary feel having a slight hint of Blue. Reminiscent of the architecture in Chicago, it is the perfect neutral for industrial interiors or soft Scandinavian furniture.

• For best results apply the paint with either a chalk paint brush or flat brush.
• Once you have finished painting, we always recommend using either an Annie Sloan Chalk Paint Wax or chalk paint Lacquer to seal and finish. Apply with a wax brush or soft cloth.
• You can use a Sanding pad to smooth the paint or create an aged effect.
• Please be aware that the colour shades may look different on your computer screen to real life. For a true representative we strongly advise to use the hand painted colour card.
• We offer all paints in either a 120 ml tester pot or 1 litre tins.
• A one litre tin will cover approximately 13 square metres.
• For hints and tips please see our article on ‘how to chalk paint furniture’

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Colours that Complement Chicago Grey Chalk Paint:

Emperors Silk

Old Ochre

Antoinette

Paloma

Graphite

Aubusson Blue

Customer Examples using Chicago Grey Chalk Paint:

Chicago Grey painted bureau

Stencilled Chest in Chicago Grey

Annie Sloan Chalk Paint - Chicago Grey

Chicago Grey Chalk Painted Furniture

Frequently Asked Questions

What colour is Annie Sloan Chicago Grey?

Chicago Grey is a contemporary grey with a subtle blue undertone. It is a cool, versatile neutral that works particularly well in modern and industrial interiors.

Is Chicago Grey Chalk Paint blue?

Chicago Grey is primarily a grey rather than a blue, but it has a subtle blue undertone that becomes more noticeable depending on the surrounding colours and lighting.

Is Chicago Grey good for furniture?

Yes. Chicago Grey is an excellent furniture paint for wooden furniture and upcycling projects, particularly when you want a modern, understated finish.

What colours go with Chicago Grey Chalk Paint?

Chicago Grey works well with a range of Annie Sloan colours, including Emperor’s Silk, Old Ochre, Antoinette, Paloma, Graphite and Aubusson Blue.

How much does 1 litre of Chalk Paint cover?

One litre of Annie Sloan Chalk Paint covers approximately 13 square metres, although actual coverage depends on the surface and how the paint is applied.

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