Next, apply black chalk paint wax and push into the paintwork to bring out brush marks. Wipe back any excess with clear wax. Make sure the table has been waxed. Once dry, peel tape. Advertisement 2 ...

2. Start painting from bottom with darkest colour, stopping at about 1/3 of the way up. Don't do straight lines. Vary the height of each line, almost as if it mimics a mountain range. 3.