HOW DO YOU MAKE A DRY ERASE WALL?

 

A top-quality dry erase wall is versatile and can be installed in various venues, including business offices, classrooms, homes, restaurants, libraries, retail shops, clinics, and hospitals. Once installed, a dry erase wall offers a vast surface for writing and drawing that can be used for doing business meeting presentations, conducting classroom lessons, posting household schedules, and countless other tasks. Dry erase walls are also perfect places to reveal your creativity through impromptu sketching, doodling, poetry writing, brainstorming, and other forms of expression.

If you’ve been thinking about applying dry erase paint to one or more of your walls, here are several essential steps to assure you a highly satisfactory dry erase wall outcome and many years of reliable service.

Thoroughly Prepare Your Surface Before Application

Preparing a smooth, unblemished surface before covering a wall with premium dry erase paint is critical. If you’re working with drywall, it’s essential to skim-coat the surface at least once, if not twice, in preparation for your dry erase paint application. And if the surface has been finished with the so-called “orange peel” texture, you’ll need to skim coat it with joint compound, also known as drywall mud, before applying the dry erase paint. This is so because when dry erase markers are used to write or draw on an orange peel-type surface, the marker ink settles in the tiny pits or low areas, resulting in an unsightly spotted appearance. In such a case, the markings also look irregular and less dark and distinct than they would appear on a perfectly smooth wall.

Orange Peel Surfaces Need to be Skim Coated with Drywall Mud

To prevent this issue, smooth your wall by putting on an ample layer of joint compound that will fill in all of the tiny peaks and valleys in the orange peel surface. Then, once the joint compound has dried, sand the wall with 180-grit sandpaper and follow up by sanding once again with 240-grit sandpaper until you arrive at a completely smooth and even surface all over the wall.

Next, after the orange peel texture and rough sections of joint compound have been eliminated, carefully wipe down the entire surface with a moistened microfiber cloth or mitt. Follow this up with another thorough wipe down with a dry microfiber cloth so your wall will be arid and suitable for applying a primer paint or our proprietary ReMARKable Tintable Base Paint. This product consists of a base coat and primer all in one so it does away with the need to apply separate a primer and base coat.

If you choose to use a primer and base coat of another manufacturer, first prime the surface with a good quality white primer and follow this up with an appropriate environmentally friendly base coat, preferably a high-quality satin or eggshell water-based enamel. If you plan to apply the paint over a dark-colored painted wall, you will have to prime the surface first with white primer.

Carefully Mask off the Area of the Wall to be Painted with Painter’s Tape

Using painter’s tape, mask off the area you want to turn into a dry erase surface. Look for a good quality brand of painter’s tape that provides superior seep-through protection. Regular masking tape, which is generally of poorer quality, tends to allow paint to bleed through its sides, leaving behind uneven edges when it’s removed. Lower-quality masking tape is also prone to breaking up and splitting apart during removal. In contrast, painter’s tape stays intact and leaves a clean, even edge on your painted surface after it’s removed.

To ensure you have a successful tape application before installing your dry erase paint, you can practice applying the tape to a section of molding or other surface until you can do it smoothly, evenly, and with the right degree of tension. Stretching the tape as you apply it before painting can cause air bubbles or puckering, which will cause the dry erase paint to seep under the edges of the tape and produce an irregular and unsightly appearance upon removal.

When you feel ready to apply the painter’s tape, carefully position the tape against an edge you want to cover and pull about ten inches of tape from the roll. Then, hold the tape roll tightly next to the wall with one hand and move the roll along as you apply the tape in a completely straight line. During this time, you should be pressing down on the tape with the index finger of your other hand. Finally, tear off the piece of tape that you’ve installed and use the same procedure to apply another length of tape to the next section, and so on, until you’ve masked off the entire area where you plan to apply the dry erase paint.

Thoroughly Mix the Dry Erase Paint Formula

Once everything is ready, carefully mix parts A and B of the dry erase paint formula for at least three minutes according to the kit’s instructions while using a slow, steady motion. This will ensure that the paint’s two components are thoroughly blended and that no issues will arise during application or after the dry erase paint cures. Avoid over-mixing the paint or mixing it too vigorously with a strong swirling motion, as this will cause the paint’s bubbling, which will lead to small pits on the finished surface after the paint cures. Such an irregular surface causes dry erase marker ink to easily collect in the low areas or valleys, thus creating an unsightly look and less distinct ink lines when writing and drawing.

Apply the Dry Erase Paint to Your Wall

Using a microfiber paint roller with a nap of 1/4″ or 3/8, apply a single thick coat of the dry erase paint mixture to your wall based on the procedure described in your paint kit’s instructions. During the application process, it’s important not to try “stretching” your dry erase paint by spreading it out and causing it to be applied too thinly. Doing so will result in an undesirable appearance for your dry erase and a surface that will only be possible to write on smoothly and erase cleanly.

Remove the Tape within 30 Minutes and Let the Paint Cure

Take off your painter’s tape within thirty minutes after you apply the dry erase paint. This procedure will remove the tape before the paint can harden completely, thus maintaining a clean, straight edge on your finished dry erase painted surface.

The freshly painted dry erase wall should be dry to the touch in six to eight hours, depending on your room’s ambient temperature and humidity levels. However, it is essential to wait a minimum of 48 hours before using the surface to allow the paint to cure completely and avoid creating any future issues with writing and erasing.

Write and Draw On Your New Dry Erase Wall

Try your new dry erase wall to experience the joy of writing and drawing on its vast open canvas! Use only high-quality low-odor dry erase markers, and unleash your innate creativity by expressing yourself in large, easy-to-see text and drawings that can be readily erased when new thoughts and images arise. Once you’ve completed installing your dry erase wall, the possibilities for using the surface are endless and are only limited by the size of your imagination.

For example, suppose you’ve applied the dry erase paint to a wall in your business office. In that case, it will provide a handy communications center for you and your team to hold brainstorming sessions, posting reminders about upcoming staff meetings, writing messages about new office policies, and various other tasks.

 

CAPTIVATING SEPTEMBER QUOTES FOR YOUR DRY ERASE PAINTED WALL

 

As September embraces us with its warm embrace, it brings a perfect balance of tranquility and transformation. It’s a month of reflection and anticipation, where the echoes of summer’s joys resonate as we prepare for the arrival of autumn. What better way to immerse yourself in the essence of September than adorning your dry erase painted wall with an array of inspiring quotes that encapsulate its unique qualities?

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THINGS TO DO WITH DRY ERASE PAINT

 

Every room in the house, school, business office, or other venue is a potential spot for applying top-quality dry erase paint. The information in this video will give you some practical pointers where whiteboard paint can be installed and ideas for how dry erase surfaces may make your life and those of your family members, students, and coworkers more convenient and enjoyable.

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DOES YOUR DRY ERASE PAINT DRY WITH A MATTE FINISH?

 

Wondering if dry erase paint dries with a matte finish? Get all the answers you need to properly create an easily projectable dry erase wall.

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HOW DO I CLEAN MY DRY ERASE WALL?

 

As long as you regularly clean and maintain your premium dry erase wall, you will be sure to get ten-plus years of trouble-free use from this handy, durable, and easily erasable tool that’s great for posting notes, doing business presentations, conducting classes, brainstorming, and countless other tasks. The following are some suggestions about how to clean and maintain your dry erase painted wall so that it retains its usefulness and pristine look for many years and provides you with an ever-ready option to help satisfy your daily communication needs in the office, classroom, clinic, home school, or other venue.

Removing Stubborn Stains and Permanent Ink Marks From Your Whiteboard Wall

Ghosting is a common type of staining due to the buildup of dry erase marker ink over time on whiteboards and dry erase painted walls. In such cases, the surface of a traditionally framed whiteboard or a dry erase wall becomes hard to erase cleanly, resulting in gray, cloudy-looking areas and causing the “ghosts” of previous dry erase ink markings to remain behind. This condition makes the surface look dingy and unsightly and causes difficulties with making out text and images.

Dry erase marker ink that stays on a dry erase wall too long will inevitably cause ghosting. To eliminate ghosting, you should begin by going over the entire area covered by the stains with fresh black low-odor dry erase marker ink. Next, quickly rub off the inked-over area with a dry microfiber cloth or sponge. After applying the ink over the entire area where the wall is stained, you will need to rub fast with the cloth while the ink is still wet, and you can remove the ink completely.

The ingredients of dry erase marker ink include chemicals known as solvents that allow the ink to remain fluid for a short time. This quality enables the ink to momentarily loosen up the ghost marks or permanent marker ink stains from your wall so they can be removed with a cloth. For more stubborn stains and ink marks made by permanent markers, repeat this process as often as necessary to remove all traces of discoloration on your surface. Follow up this procedure by wiping the area again with a water-dampened microfiber cloth. Finally, please give it a last wipe down with a clean, dry microfiber cloth, and your surface should be as good as new and ready to use.

Performing Everyday Cleaning on Your Whiteboard Walls

A light spraying with an environmentally friendly water-based whiteboard surface cleaner and a gentle wipe down with a clean microfiber cloth is all required to cleanse your surface of dry erase ink marks before they can set in and be more challenging to get rid of. Clean the entire surface with a wet cleaning solution for more long-term maintenance. Moisten a clean microfiber cloth or sponge your favorite eco-friendly liquid whiteboard cleaner and gently but firmly rub the dry erase painted wall. Once you have successfully removed all of the residual marker ink on the surface, rinse your microfiber cloth or sponge with clean water to remove the cleaning solution. Then, dry the board with a separate clean, dry microfiber cloth. Use an eco-friendly water-based whiteboard cleaner or water to clean the surface.

Although dry erase walls are extremely stain resistant due to the high-quality ingredients and state-of-the-art manufacturing processes that go into making the dry erase paint formula, periodic cleaning with a microfiber cloth moistened with water or an environmentally friendly whiteboard cleaner can help you to preserve an immaculate writing and drawing surface for many years of regular use. As mentioned, be sure to use an eco-friendly water-based cleaner such as our proprietary cleaning product that’s specifically formulated for cleaning whiteboards or whiteboard-painted surfaces. Avoid cleaners containing harsh chemicals such as ammonia or bleach because these materials can permanently damage the luster, durability, and erasability of your dry erase painted wall and lead to the need for repainting.

If you follow these suggestions, you can keep your dry erase wall attractive, easy to write on, easy to erase, and look like new for the whole lifespan of ten-plus years. Our proprietary brand of cleaner is safe to use, low in odor, and eco-friendly, as it contains no volatile organic compounds (VOCs), the odorous, hazardous chemicals in most ordinary household cleaners. These substances contribute significantly to air, water, and soil pollution and damage the health and well-being of humans, animals, and planet Earth. By contrast, our cleaner is safe to use in home offices, study rooms, medical facilities, restaurants, or any other location where people work, study, or live, and it poses no threat to the environment.

Erase and Clean Dry Erase Walls Only with Microfiber Materials

Use a microfiber cloth or sponge consistently, as previously advised, to remove dry erase ink markings from a top-quality whiteboard painted surface. Microfiber fabric can remove the most minute dust and ink particles because it consists of millions of microscopic fibers that are many times tinier and more abundant than the fibers in cotton, rayon, or other fabrics. Due to the asterisk-like shape of the microfibers, and the countless microscopic nooks and crannies around them, microfiber cloth is highly absorbent. The tiny size and significant number of these fibers exponentially increase the fabric’s overall surface area, making microfiber cloth able to absorb seven times its weight in water.

This fine fibrous structure allows microfiber cloths and sponges to catch and hold onto particles that other kinds of cloths or sponges fail to catch, making microfiber fabric perfect for virtually any cleaning chore. The super-tiny fibers can wedge into even the tiniest gaps or notches in a surface to pull out dirt, dry erase marker ink, and even bacteria. That’s why regular use of microfiber materials to erase and clean your whiteboard-painted wall will lead to the most spotless, attractive, and writable surface you can attain with any cleaning device.

Ongoing Dry Erase Wall Maintenance

Dry erase painted walls are easiest to erase, clean, and maintain when only low-odor dry erase markers are used for writing and drawing. A microfiber cloth or sponge is used for erasure and regular maintenance. Also, when necessary, it’s recommended that a good-quality eco-friendly whiteboard cleaner be used periodically to maintain your surface in the most spotless and serviceable condition. Denatured alcohol may be applied as a cleaning agent if a gentle water-based whiteboard cleaner is unavailable.

In addition, it’s important to remember that harsh household or industrial types of cleaning products such as textured paper towels, abrasive pads, cleaners containing ammonia or bleach, or any other strong chemical liquids or coarse kinds of materials can compromise the quality of the dry erase painted surface and make it hard to use and erase. A vigorous abrasive action should also be avoided when erasing and cleaning your dry erase painted wall. The impermeability of premium whiteboard painted surfaces permits them to be easily erased and cleaned without forceful rubbing, because their Teflon-like nature keeps ink from sinking in to produce permanent smudges or stains.

That said, dry erase marker ink will tend to leach into the surface whenever a premium dry erase surface is scratched or degraded because of overly aggressive erasing or rubbing. This will cause an unsightly look and problems with writing and erasing. Therefore, it’s best to mildly rub the surface with a clean microfiber cloth or sponge and an eco-friendly cleaning solution followed by a dry wipe down, and then the surface will again be ready for use.

 

6 TIPS ON HOW TO APPLY DRY ERASE PAINT

 

Applying top-quality dry erase paint differs from the way traditional latex wall paint is applied. It involves specific techniques to ensure you achieve a perfect installation and experience ten or more trouble-free years of regular use when your dry erase surface is properly erased and maintained. Some significant factors to consider when making your application are discussed in this article.

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DRY ERASE WALL QUOTES FOR AUGUST 2023

 

As August embraces us with its warm embrace, offering a perfect balance of tranquility and transformation, let your dry erase wall come to life with an inspiring collection of quotes. This month of reflection and anticipation allows the echoes of summer’s joys to resonate as we prepare for the arrival of autumn. What better way to immerse yourself in the essence of August than by enriching your living space with quotes that encapsulate its unique qualities?

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