To also mention, I tinted the chalk paint with a touch of alabaster, but it really didn’t make much of a difference.

Is there a reason why you didn’t do a swatch test BEFORE painting the entire thing??

I liked what you had before much better. Sorry to say, I know that doesn't help you at all. But before it had dimension to it....and now it does not. Color mismatch notwithstanding.

If I were you, rather than painting tile (again), I'd just find a real, actual tile that you do like and use that.

^^^ What Patrice said! I’d find a tile you love and have it installed. It truly would be worth it in the long run. There are so many great tiles out there, it could look amazing. :)

You could paint the mantel and surround with the same chalk paint. Or try wax on the painted tile (test first!).

Thanks all - the sample looked the same colour.. didn’t think of testing it…

Does anyone think distressing the chalk paint would look good? With the natural tile showing below it

Honestly, no, I don’t think distressing would look good.

I’ve worked with chalk paint many times — I think you could remove it from the tile without too much difficulty.

That’s fantastic news. I haven’t sealed it yet….

WhTs the best way to remove it from tile? Paint stripper?

I’ve actually used vinegar and water before.

Does anyone else have suggestions on how to salvage this??? Can I maybe use stencil or something

Do you use the fireplace? My concern is that heat will make the paint blister, unless you used heat resistant paint of course.

Oh wow!! That is nice….. a charcoal grey instead of white… I like it

And yes I used chalk paint. I believe it’s heat resistant

Here it is.

Final