Making A Magnetic Chalkboard Wall

Online research yielded the use of magnetic sheet metal coupled with pre existing frames like this and this or added simple frames around it like this or this.

Making a magnetic chalkboard wall.

The good news is that although it takes some time it is simple. It s grainer and rougher than a traditional chalkboard. Once i d finished seasoning the chalkboard i pulled it off the wall. How to make a diy chalkboard wall that s magnetic too by jac of all things feb 15 2018.

The kids love the chalkboard wall. The wall that i just painted with chalkboard paint is smooth. Plus you won t be limited to the colors in the store and can make your magnetic chalkboard any color your diy heart desires. And the best part is it s not too difficult to make.

I brought it out to the cold garage to measure the trim. I had only tacked it up there with a couple of nails on the top. A diy magnetic chalkboard provides hours of fun for any space. The 6 foot pieces worked perfectly on the sides.

But again the roughness of the board doesn t bother us. Our custom magnetic chalkboard wall was one of the very first projects i attempted right after we moved in and i wish i had taken more pictures throughout the chaos. And it pulled off easily. How to make a giant magnetic chalkboard.

Secure it to the wall using screws or other hanging hardware. Mark areas to magnetize. How to make a magnetic chalkboard. It s easy and way less expensive than buying pre made chalkboard paint.

It adds a fun playful touch and keeps the kids busy for hours. How to make a magnetic chalkboard wall in 6 steps step 1. To magnetize your eraser and chalk holder cut pieces of adhesive magnetic sheeting to size peel off the backing and stick the pieces to the backs of the eraser and holder. You can make a magnetic.

If you like your chalkboards smooth don t make it magnetic. Surface of your choice wall table piece of wood plaster of paris. The part of the wall that is magnetic also has a different feel. Prepare the wall by sanding it with a fine grit sanding block then wipe the dust away with a clean damp cloth or large sponge.

Apply painter s tape to the wall to mark the sections that you want to magnetize.