inspiration of the week: chalkboard paint

The next design project in our home really needs to be the nursery. But with finals week coming up, I just can't stop wishing for a home office to work and store all my samples and supplies. I'm pulling together an inspiration board for my dream office and I'd really like to do a chalkboard accent wall behind the desk. Chalkboard paint is not a new product and I've used it in the past for small crafts with great success. These spaces have me inspired to use it in a bigger way and what better place than an office?

This partial wall could have been an eye sore, but turning it into a chalkboard makes it useful.
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Using chalkboard paint on these cabinets adds interest and function.
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How fun is the chalkboard wall in family room?
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A small border of chalkboard paint adds custom artwork to this laundry room and won't get smudged.
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A chalkboard wall above this buffet brings charm and whimsy to any get together.
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Maybe I can incorporate the chalkboard wall into the nursery...
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I love the small chalkboard wall in this kitchen nook.
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Chalkboard paint needn't be confined to walls. This DIY Ikea chalkboard table is much more fun when you can draw on it.
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Sadly, for now, the office will remain a bit of a daydream. Today we're off to try and figure out the baby registry. Practical things first!