I know a house trim expert that uses chalk on joints instead of wood filler. He says it will expand and contract without showing a gap. I’m not sure of the brand name but it is paintable.
Would this logic work on furniture? Is there a chalk that can be dyed to match the desired species? Have you ever tried this technique before?
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Never heard that one before. Logically, I wouldn't think paint would adhere to chalk very well.
Some time ago I used chalk to keep track of dovetailed drawer parts. I sanded the sides until all visible traces of the chalk were gone; yet a ghost of the chalk appeared after the first coat of varnish.
Hence, I'm not a big fan of using chalk.
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i have used paintable caulk in home repair. it's made by GE. i would not be inclined to try it on furniture. even in the home, sometimes it works well, but other times it stays untouchable for days or even a week. i'm not real sure why, but it can be very inconvenient esp. on a tub or countertop and if you want to paint it right away.
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