Wax vs Poly Over Chalk Paint - Which is Better?
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- čas přidán 10. 09. 2024
- This video compares wax vs poly over chalk paint. Christina Muscari of Pretty Distressed uses General Finishes High Performance Top Coat in Flat with Annie Sloan Chalk Paint Clear Wax over Annie Sloan Chalk Paint in Old White.
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The big debate (at least in my mind😉) is about the finished look of wax v. nonwax. Some polys leave a plastic look. It would be helpful to see this project (or another, especially on dark paint) held at different angles so to detect that issue via the finished appearance.
I use wax all the time, the issue people generally don’t know is that wax can take up to 30 days to cure before the final buff out. Poly is more instant in comparison.
Just a heads up on water based clear coats and steel wool. It's best not to use steel wool as it can very quickly leave rust stains in your finish, especially noticeable on lighter paints and woods.. 180 grit sand paper is preferred or one of the synthetic scrubber pad thingys.
I know this video is 4 yrs old but my experience with the top coats is a couple years down the road they yellow really bad, you don’t see it immediately but most of them will eventually turn yellow, at least that’s been my experience. Thank you for all your trials with different products, have now watched a few of your videos, saves us a lot of time and headaches.❤️
This was a question I had, so brilliant. Thanks from an new “learner”
Thank you for this, I have the General Finishes topcoat, and I have recently painted my stairs as well, and I really wanted to use this, because I heard that it was more durable than wax. I did my kitchen cabinets in Old White and waxed them, and my kids are beating them up. I have to do touch ups frequently, so I wanted to do something more durable this time on the stairs. I wish I would have used the General Finishes on my cabinets, but I'm not going to re-do them just yet. Thank you again, enjoy your videos.
i have a small place and use everything a lot, polycrylic is my choice over chalk paint, I used flat on the cupboards and no problem. couple of coats and i am pleased. used satin in the bathroom just to help reflect a bit of light.
Loved your demo. Very thorough. I feel confident in using General Finishes Top Coat for my piece. THANK YOI!
Hi Christina. Just want to thank you for this product comparison demonstration and for addressing common questions as these are so helpful. I am very new to this process and any time I am unsure of a best approach, you have a video that offers options and explanations. Looking forward to more inspiration. Wishing you continued success!
Thank you for another helpful video. I think I have watched just about all of yours and I love how you have progressed through the years! I just finished my first piece (a small side table) and I think it came out ok. I have to admit, I was a bit challenged by the waxing and did go back and re-watch your videos regarding that once I was actually in the process of doing it. I guess like everything, practice makes perfect...or imperfect...if that's what you are going for right?! Anyway, I have purchased some Dixie Belle paint for comparison and selected my next victim...onward! Thanks for all the tips and keep up the great work!
Hi Christina! I love your videos. They are very hands-on! I especially love these comparison videos. There are so many products out there and for beginners like me, it can be mind boggling. Thanks for demystifying the materials and tools.
Oh, Lisa, that means so much to me. That is a huge reason I started making videos. Thanks for watching.
Thankyou so much am a beginner and I’ve been watching your videos for inspiration gonna start of with something easy 😊
Thank you for doing this video. I've been searching for this answer!
Just wanted to let you know that I ended up using this on a big table and chairs and hutch that I redid for my Sweetie for his home. It was painted a dark charcoal chalk paint almost black with a dark stain on the table top and chair seats. I used this over the paint and then A rub on poly over the stain. Oh my gosh it was so much easier and quicker. I actually used the satin finish because I was using a satin finish for the table top and it turned out really nice. Just wanted you to know. The rub on poly is awesome if you ever want/need to use a polyurethane. I ended up doing about 6 coats of poly on the table top because I wanted a thick coat, but it was so much easier than that polyurethane. No bubbles. Also, white wax works awesome is someone wants to have a really TRUE WHITE finish. I've been playing around recently with different waxes and notices a big difference with white wax versus clear wax.
Direct and right to the point, informative,interesting and helpful!! Great videos! Thank you !! Helped me decided~~
I use a clear floor lacquer. And you can wipe it down. I have re finishes a bathroom vanity with chalk paint and put a lacquer on it. Imo better than wax.
Thanks for the feedback!
hi I wanted to know when u say u can wipe it down you mean like when you Re cleaning? I wanted to use chalk paint but not sure if I can wipe it down with moist towel for cleaning purposes im really confused I also wanted it to look a tad glossy
hi I wanted to know when u say u can wipe it down you mean like when you Re cleaning? I wanted to use chalk paint but not sure if I can wipe it down with moist towel for cleaning purposes im really confused I also wanted it to look a tad glossy
@@aarechiga04 the lacquer will make it glossy and you can spill water on it with no damage.
I'd love to see you using Annie Sloan Gilding Wax. Thanks so much for all your informative videos.
Thank you gave me the answer i was looking for if you can put a water base finish over chalk paint thank you so much great job.
Just the information I was looking for. Thank you!!
Thank you for this video I'm always looking . I love tyoung oli also. So easy!
I wish I had done some research on which top coats to use for Chalk paint. I used Rustoleum chalk paint for my kitchen cabinets. (Some light pink/lavender, light blue and dark purple). I used Rustoleum clear matte top coat to protect them. But after a week or so stains are already showing and when I try to clean it, the finish and paint are rubbing off! Yikes! So my question is, can I touch up w/the chalk paint and put on the General Finishes top coat? So can I now put on the General Finishes on top of the Rustoleum top coat? Or do I have to take the Rustoleum top coat off first before putting on the General Finishes top coat? (I'm hoping I won't have to. One good thing is that I only have done about 7 cabinet doors so I want to make sure I'm doing it right. And since these are kitchen cabinets, I need to have a top coat that won't yellow, or not too much, easy to clean, and durable.) Can I use more of a satin top coat General Finishes instead of flat? Hoping that a satin would provide more protection and easier to clean? But this might affect the color and sheen or look? Thanks.
I have used chalk wax on my dinning table and need to seal the whole dinning table. So from what I understood I can use the clear chalk wax to seal the colors and protect my table? Is that correct
I'm having a difficult time with wax sealer on chalk paint.. it leaves an ugly thick waxy finish which is blotchy in many areas and not smooth... All I want is something that goes on like shoe polish and wipes away clean with a luster. What am I doing wrong? So frustrated!
So the clear coat would be better for like a dining table and chairs? Since people use it more? Thank you!
Thanks a lot Cristina 🙏🏻❤️😘
Can you top coat and then wax I know that seems really weird but I'm just curious awesome video thanks for sharing
I painted over mdf/vinyl cabinets and I used poly over the chalk paint. I then added wax over to just smooth everything and give it the extra protection. It worked really well and I'm glad I did both!
@@southsilodesigns2020 Could you do the opposite? I waxed over chalk paint but now I'm thinking I want a better seal. The finish isn't what I was looking for.
I have never use that, and I don’t like the yellow at all. Anne is good but cost too much. I use midway paste and I get no yellow .
I use it only for indoor furniture. Cost at Home Depot & Lowe’s about 10.00 and it good for more than 2 pieces of big furniture . Smells a bit in the begging but it goes away.no big deal. Thanks for video
I am curious. I have been using Rustolium chalked paint because of the cost. I used their clear matt finish for a top coat I did on a book case. I did have some yellowing. I want to paint and wax my vintage coffee table. Again I bought the Rustolium brand but am debating on waxes. So you used Midway paste wax? I want to do a clear coat and then the dark coat that I have seen video’s on. Have you tried that or know if they even sell dark wax? I’m always looking at ways to save money for my projects.
When you wax, is it a one time thing? I have read you have to wax once a year depending on how much use the piece will get.
I have never had to rewax any of my pieces, but I don't really use any chemicals to clean them. You might need to wax it again in 3-5 years if it gets a lot of use or you clean it a lot.
I just painted my black book shelves white with chalk paint. I sanded a little and put two coats of chalk paint but after two days of drying and adjusting the shelves my nail scratched some paint off, Will a wax or other kind of seal prevent this from happening again? Is there a time limit on how long you wait before applying seal, it’s been about 3 days? 😊
Yes, wax or topcoat will help seal it to not scratch. What paint did you use?
Thanks Christina. Have you tried using a foam roller for the top coat - does that work OK? Going to be applying it with the foam brush this week - but winding if the foam roller might be an option. Thanks.
How long should you allow the chalk paint cure before clear coat? Also, can to apply the top coat over the wax if you are distressing
I love using Chalk paints on small pieces for the fact, these paints are safe to use indoors and are odor free. Does "High Performance" top coat have a strong odor?
Question for you when using the java gel for the top of a desk can you use wax instead of the high performance to coat?
Thanks ! Tht was a good brief but I’ve bought like 10 top coats and alway so scared to use them , the reviews were quite horrific for polyurethane water base top coat (minwax).somebody wrote that the it doesn’t go well with chalk paint
can i paint over wax with chalk paint and also chalk over a chair i chalked and put poly acrylic it turned yellow
Appreciate your videos. Thank you!
I love that wax and in time I will order it if I can. Based in London.
I waxed my dicie chalk table I painted. The psint job is almost brush strokes free. Very nice proud 2 say.
I used Sheraton wax that contains pine turpentine and linseed oil. I gave it a thick coat with a brush and left it for 20 min. I didn't realise I should have buffed it immediately as per instr.
I did since but feels not silky.
Any advise? I thought to keep buffing it or perhaps apply tunk or pure linseed oil after few days maybe?
Or next day.
Not sure. Lost a bit.
Watched hundreds of videos but doing the work is different.
Hi Christina, thank you for your video. I never painted anything, just in my High School, decades ago... I will movefor small apartment and I saw many videos how to paint furniture. Because I don't have experience I am thinking to use Satin Color or something else for my future old furniture. Those colors for wood, would possible to distress a little bit ? Thank you
How long does the chalk paint has to dry before you apply the top coat? Did you ever had issues with the water based top coat dissolving the underlying paint?
It depends on the brand of chalk paint for dry time- each manufacturer has a recommendation for their paint.
Love ur videos! I would be very interested in seeing a tutorial or comparison video using bb frosh.
Hi i have a question, i purchased a dresser that someone chalk painted but did not put a top coat... after looking at the dresser i noticed some chipped chalk paint and some scuffing ... would i be able to just repaint it with chalk paint without having to sand anything?
You could try touching it up. Do you know what color and paint was used on it?
Awesome vid, great info!
I thin mine and put an extender as well as a dab of paint to stop yellowing and hazing. The challenge I have is getting the dark wax look while maintaining a tough working surface. Have you ever waxed over top of thin coat of topcoat?
It yellowed because their was no. Primer cover stain blocker applied or you can use a alcohol stain blocker primer before you put down your acrylic finish.
Thanks!
Can I use a clear wax and a dark was on the same piece for effects
i have a question, i have a matted or chalked table and when i accidentally scratch it the paint comes off. what is a really good product that can stop that.
Did you seal it with anything yet?
I recently painted some kitchen cabinets with chalk paint. I'm ready to glaze and knowing that the glaze will soak more into the chalk paint, I bought sealer wax to apply before glazing. My question is, should I use polyacrylic then glaze without using wax? Or wax, glaze, then polyacrylic? Does the glaze need a protective coat beneath it and over it?
I don’t work with glaze so I don’t have any advice to offer. Sorry.
How is the durability of the wax?
What wax would be best used for waverly chalk paint? I'm using the colors ink, white, and ballet slipper. Or should I just use the waverly wax to seal everything? 😮
You can use the Waverly wax to seal everything.
I am using Annie Sloan paint and wax on my kitchen cabs. What causes the dull spots? I have been so careful to apply evenly and wax according to directions. Also, how many coats of wax does it take for a good finish and durability? Thanks
Send me some pics of the spots you are talking about. Christina@prettydistressed.com
Hi I want to chalk paint my dining table and use a water base varnish over it,do you know how tough it would be with kids please?
I have mine done with this topcoat, and it has help up well with kids. It has some scratches, but you can only see them if you catch them in a certain light.
Omg I knew you’d have the video I needed!! Can you do kitchen cabinets one day!? Like tomorrow? 😬
I did cabinets in my laundry room earlier this year. Same process would apply for the kitchen. czcams.com/video/_gbjabOVEKU/video.html
I just painted my old vanity in the bathroom with the Annie Sloane paint. Love the color. The retailer highly recommended the wax over her lacquer. I hate the smell of the wax. I only did one side. The smell gives me a headache so I'm going to just use a clear coat for the rest of the vanity. The wax to me is way too much work. Thanks.
The smell of AS wax is pretty strong. I use a mask a lot when I apply it.
Have you noticed yellowing of the poly top coat on any of your pieces or does it stay clear?
Using a finish coat made specifically for chalk paint is the best way to prevent it from yellowing.
Do you like Dixiebell or Annie Sloan better?
Enjoy your videos and thanks! I am very new and a novice. I like the distressed look (achieve thru dark wax). So do I apply the top coat (general finishes HP) then apply dark wax?
If you want to use dark wax, I would pair it with clear wax first instead of the GFHP
Someone used floor lacquer to top coat their kitchen cabinets. I would like your thoughts on this? Ie.. yellowing, durability, easy-clean up? I am getting ready to do our daughters bathroom cabinets. Like yours, they are oak, 16 years old and need a freshened look. As a realtor I have a lot of people in my home and want to stay trendy without having to do constant upkeep. I also don't want to be constantly concerned about what steam from showers will do to the cabinets. I need them to last. (So, I am thinking no on wax) What are your thoughts on top coat? I really enjoy your videos!
I used this topcoat on my bathroom cabinet and really like it. It didn’t yellow the finish. We’ve moved so I can’t provide an update on how it looks after a year. But I agree, I like using a topcoat versus wax for cabinets.
Have you ever used minwax water based polycrylic protective finish in clear satin?
Yes, I have. I like this one better. 😊
What aboutminwax water based high gloss does that work good too without yellowing
How long do you wait to buff out the wax, and how do you do it?
I love the look of wax but prefer not finishing with it. Question- if you use water based top coat, how does that not "wipe off with water" like the water base chalk paint does/can if you don't seal it? If the seal is water based what is the difference? Is there an acrylic seal that doesn't yellow? THANK YOU. Can you mix water based/acrylic paint/seal combos? Or is it always water paint/water seal, etc.
The top coat has hardeners unlike the chalk paint. It's a topcoat even though it is water based. It will not wipe off after it is cured. Water based sealers takes longer to dry than oil based but are easy to clean up. Brushes used with water based top coats can be cleaned up with soap and water. Oil based ones you have to use a solvent of some kind like mineral spirits. All the topcoats will yellow a little, but I've found that waterbed top coats yellow less than polyurethane. It's always best to check with the manufacturer of the specific paint or topcoat you are working with to see what their recommendations are for the specific product you are working with.
Hello, I wonder why do we put a seal over chalk paint? Does it prevent chipping?
Because when it dries it looks and feels like chalk and when you wax it gives it a low sheen almost like a hand rubbed oil finish. Plus it makes it resist stains.
Sweet notes, especially since it was known to use two types
New to your channel, and your tutorials are awesome, by the way. I am also new to painting furniture. How long do you "cure" pieces for depending on what finish you use? I've heard that you need at least a week when using wax correct? And that means that the piece just needs to be left alone to cure? Don't put anything on it or try to clean it, etc, right? I have painted a few pieces but haven't finished any of them with wax or top coat yet. Thank you.
For wax, I let my pieces cure for 30 days before I put anything on them.
@@ChristinaMuscari Thank you for responding to all my questions. How long does a piece have to cure if you use General Finishes top coat instead of wax? Do you prefer the top coat over the wax? Are there certain pieces of furniture that are better finished in wax verses top coat? Sorry for all the questions, but thank you for your time.
Hi Christina, I cannot get Anne Sloan chalk paint in my area. Have you ever tried rust oleum chalk pain? Or any other chalk paint from Home Depot or Lowe’s ?
I haven't tried any big box chalk paint yet, but I have started using Dixie Belle paint. I'm really enjoying it and you can get it online.dixiebellepaint.com/?aff=166
I tried Rustoleum once in pure white and I didn't like it at all. Very poor coverage and I ended up having to use a primer first, which is too time consuming and not necessary if you use Annie Sloan.
So on all your detailed chalk painted projects and large furniture do you steal wool the whole piece before sealing it all for a second and third time???
Yes. You need to do a light sanding between coats
I think it would have been better if you had compared Annie Sloan wax with Annie Sloan clear lacquer and then done a durability test to show how much more protect the lacquer is compared to the wax by giving the finished surface a few knocks. That would have been really helpful to your viewers. This video just shows the colour comparison.
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Do you wax the whole piece or just the top
Hi Christina, can you please show your entire dining room set,.. I would love to see how it turned out... I’m painting mine white with home made chalk paint and I’m curious to see yours ... thank you and really appreciate your video ❤️
I have an old blog post on it. www.prettydistressed.com/blog//2014/06/dining-room-before-after.html?rq=dining
They sell the generals topcoat at my local Annie Sloan store and advise to use it in certain instances.
Oh! Good to know! I thought I was being a rebel. 😉
What top coat would you suggest for an end table that might have hot coffee cups on them?
I always use coasters, no topcoat is going to be able to withstand repeated warm and wet cups. But that being said the liquid topcoats are more durable than wax.
I have made my own chalk pain with casein and white paint. Do you think I can use the clear coat over a homemade paint? You explain things so well!
You can try. I’ve never made my own. Just test it out on something small or the back or bottom of the piece of possible.
Hi Christina your tutorial are awesome can you please make video of makeover old trunk?
Thank you. I trunk would be fun if I could find one.
I'm going to do a dresser for my daughters birthday, but it's my first chalk painting project. I have no one around me that sells Annie Sloan. Rust-Oleum is the only one sold where I'm at.
So, I have a couple questions.... 1) Is Rust-Oleum a bad chalk paint to work with? (I'm painting it white, it's brown now)
2) Should I use the wax or polyuerethane since this will be a dresser being used by a 7 year old?
I haven’t worked with Rustoleum yet, so I can’t give an opinion on it. You can order Annie Sloan on Amazon or their website. I use wax on all my dressers even in my kid’s rooms.
Hi Angie. I have only bought and am using Rust-Oleum chalked paint. I am just starting to get into it. I painted a bookcase and a display case both in charcoal gray. The inside of the case I painted linen white. Then I used their clear matte sealer. I did have some bleed through on the white. It wasn’t too bad and being my first project I just left it. I heard you can spray a couple coats of shellac over the bleed through area’s to cover up the spots. I am now doing a coffee table and an old dresser I’m turning into a TV stand. I bought their Dark chalked base and had it mixed into “Tidal Pond” (I believe that’s the name of it). I’m not sure about the top coat. I heard Home Depot sells a paste wax that’s about $10. I think I want to try waxing and then a dark wax over for that special vintage look. I can say I have had no problems with the paint. Not that you can mix to a lot of different colors it’s fun to experiment. I also want to try the DIY brand and I also heard CC Caldwell sells good paints as well. So I give Rust-Oleum a thumbs up.
Hi! For durability purposes which top coat would you recommend?
The clear coats are going to be more durable in my opinion, but wax is really durable, too.
Hello there, I just saw your videos, nice work. Thanks. I'm in need of a sewing machine table and my husband decided to make it. Will Annie Sloan old white chalk paint, clear wax, distressed, and dark wax an ideal process for a Sewing machine table that will get a lot of use? Will this process stain my fabrics? Do you recommend anything else? Your opinion/view or thoughts will be highly valued. Thank you very much. Nice work you do.
It shouldn’t stain your fabrics, but it does take 30 days for the wax to cure completely. So you wouldn’t be able to put your sewing machine on the table until then. Might not be the best option for the job.
I love your videos. I’m wondering if you have any videos about redoing hardware. I did see where you painted it while still on a desk. Any other videos?
I don't have any specific videos redoing hardware. But I like to use the Rustoluem Universal Metal spray paint. They have all kinds of colors gold, brass, iron, copper, oil rubbed bronze. I love them. They look like metal and hold up well.
But which is more durable?
Would you suggest using the poly on kitchen cabinets over the wax?
It's up to you. The wax is less likely to yellow over time. But I think the topcoat might be easier and more durable.
do you have a tutorial or is there a way to create a glossy finish when restoring wooden pieces?
Not right now. I'm a matte girl. LOL.
Do you have a video that would help me understand the pros and cons of using dark wax vs extra colors and paint coats to achieve antique look? New to chalk painting.
I have several videos where I use dark wax. Here is a link to one of them:
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I have a dark colored sofa table I am wanting to redo with chalk paint. If I use a color does it matter if I use a wax or the other? I guess what I'm asking if it's a color do I not have to worry about yellowing?
Yes, White is really the only color I’ve seen “yellowing” with.
@@ChristinaMuscari thank you for replying. Just one more question.. should I still use the was or a sealant on it?
Either would work. I would personally use wax on a sofa table because it will get light use. I prefer wax on light wear items. Don’t set anything on the table for 30 days though to let it cure. That’s the hardest part!
@@ChristinaMuscari thank you so much for your help and tips...it is greatly appreciated.
And wow 30 days!! Okay will do.
Was it quite the comparison that it should have been--since you didn't use the top coat product with its kind of chalk paint? You used Annie Sloan's paint on both sides.
An idea for another video! Thanks for watching.
I was wondering, does Annie’s wax expire? I moved and haven’t done pieces in a while and was just wondering.. thanks ! Great video!!
I would just check it out. Mix it up and see what it looks like.
😇💜 I would like to know if you use Annie Sloan Chalk Paint, or even Waverly Chalk Paint, and I am doing a DIY PROJECTS With crates for night stands, and using plywood for a headboard, and I want to wax both DIY PROJECTS, Would I have to go over the headboard and night stands, in another couple of years???
I hope this makes sense 😊💜🎨
You can “Rewax” of couple of years down the road. But I never have with my pieces and I’m still happy with them
Have you tried a wipe on polyurethane gloss, like from Minwax for example, over a solvent based spray-paint surface?
I’ve tried Minwax Polycrylic but like GF better. I haven’t tried any polyurethane on paint because it will yellow it. I have used a GF wipe on Urethane by GF for stained table tops and love that as well.
Great dedication. Thanks so much for the response.
I saw another video where she used AS chalk paint but the used AS floor poly or floor lacquer ?
Yes. Annie has a floor lacquer. I’ve never tried it though.
Will the dark wax make my gray dark
I would use a gray wax, if you want to keep it gray.
Can top coat be added over
a wax finish?
No, only over paint.
Where can you buy Annie Sloan Products?
Just go to her website. They have a list of the stores that carry it.
Can you apply a top coat over wax ?
No, you can apply anything over wax. If you don't like the finish, you can apply a new coat of paint once the wax has cured and then do a topcoat.
What is a wet edge Christina??
Just touch over the last part and don't let it dry down (like don't take a phone call in the middle of putting it on.)
Are there certain chain stores that sell the GF top coat ?
I’m pretty sure they have a vendor locator on their website. I could get some of them at my local Benjamin Moore dealer in IL. I typically just order them from Amazon.
Use oil based and it won't yellow
Can you use polyurethane over a wax finish
No. You can't put another topcoat over wax. You need to remove it with mineral spirits first.
Not exactly similar. The General had a yellow tint.
Do you have to use wax every 6 to 9 months?
I have never rewaxed a piece. I haven’t seen a need to.
Great video! I'm wanting to paint my stair rail white with little fuss. Is chalk paint the way to go? I also read that you said that it takes 30 days for the wax to seal? I'm wanting to do this project in a couple days! What do you suggest- your clear finish or the wax? BUT, I do want it to stay true to color- not yellow- thoughts? thank you!
Watch this video. czcams.com/video/59SsEzRtQNc/video.html It’s a better way to go for painting a handrail in my opinion. Use a no sand primer and a trim and door paint. No need for a topcoat.
Is the general finish waterproof??
No, but it is water resistant.
Does the wax protect the wood ? I want to us caulk paint on a bathroom vanity, and what to protect the wood from water
Thanks
Yes. I recently did a bathroom and went with the high performance top coat. I think it will hold up better in a bathroom.
Hi have you ever used the wax or paint from hobby lobby? I think it's called American decor, I'm about to wax and there aren't many brands around me and I need to do it today. Thanks, love your work btw!
Elizabeth Angeliah I’ve used the paint but not the wax. You can always order Annie Sloan Wax through my link from Amazon.
I think hands down, Annie Sloan is the best, but that's just my opinion. The Purple Painted Lady online sells Annie Sloan products. I don't have a stockist near me either. Christina, do you sell Chalk Paint??
You can buy it on Amazon now! I have affiliate links for Amazon which gives me a small commision if you buy through that link which I really appreciate it. Helps me keep my page and channel running! Look in the description box of this video!