Chalk Therapy
200 Charlotte Street K9J 2T8 Peterborough, ON, Canada

Mother's Day gift packs are now available online The last two years we sold out quickly, so this year we've added more options and more of them! Gift boxes come with customizable colours for both pints and testers. All orders come gift wrapped, and free delivery with your choice of day. ... Give the gift of DIY (and something to do at home!) during the stay at home order~ Each kit comes with full refinishing detailed instructions to ensure a smooth start to finish for your project. Gift Pack #1: $100 (Over $125 worth of products) Gift Pack #2: $250 (Over $300 worth of products) . . #electriccityworks #mothersday #fusionmineralpaint #paintitbeautiful #diy #ptbo #peterboroughontario #peterboroughon #peterborough #kawarthas #kawarthalakes #ptbokawartha #paintedfurniture #vintagemademodern #vintagestyle #homedecor #farmhousestyle

Whoa mama! New product sizes are now available, and you can paint a whole lotta furniture with these jugs! So far the colours available in these sizes are just the 14 most popular Fusion Mineral Paint colours, so here's hoping we get more in time! Currently we were able to order and receive: Ash Casement... Coal Black Champlain Goddess Ashwagandha Little Lamb Midnight Blue (With more colours arriving soon) A MAJOR restock has happened, with almost every colour back in stock, and everything that isn't yet, will be coming this week, and the next~ We know so many have been asking for larger sizes for oh so long, so let's get painting! . . #electriccityworks #fusionmineralpaint #paintitbeautiful #paintedfurniture #diy #vintagemademodern #vintagedecor #homedecor #farmhousestyle #vintagestyle #ptbo #madeincanada #peterboroughontario #peterborough #peterboroughon #kawarthalakes #kawarthas #ptbocanada #ptbomakers

We're so excited! Love working with all things DIY? We want to hear from you! Currently hiring a Customer Service Rep. for the front desk. There's a lot of detail with this position, so check out all our current job postings on our website: ElectricCity.Works... Part time of course, as we are under current lockdown, although we're hoping this position can be full time again someday soon! E-mail your resume to [email protected] Please do not drop off resumes in person Hope to hear from you soon! . . #electriccityworks #downtownptbo #ptbokawartha #kawarthas #kawarthalakes #ptbo #ptbocanada #peterboroughontario #peterboroughon #peterborough #fusionmineralpaint #diy

Another ringer of a week- So here's some good news! Curbside pickups and the Electric City Works Market are still available! Lunch takeaway, coffee, pantry, bakery, and local foods are still available to grab and go. Curbside paint orders are available for pickup, or delivery. We, again, have re-arranged the store and have many store policies in place to keep everyone safe. -Please note you cannot bring personal items in the store at this time, being furniture pieces, bed...ding and swatches for colour matching. We have colour cards, sticks, and samples to take home to help you choose colours easier. -We cannot offer lengthy conversations discussing projects or how to's. Yes this is tough when you need to ask questions about the products, but please research before you arrive or place you order here: Fusionmineralpaint.com - No opening your phone to show us projects and sliding it under the plexiglass. We cannot hold or touch your personal items. This is not negotiable. - Masks must be worn at all times, and there's still no exceptions. We are a private business, and have our own store policies. If we (Cancer patients + staff with lung problems) can wear a mask all day YOU can wear it for two minutes. Don't want to wear a mask? No problem! We offer deliveries around Peterborough~ Not wanting to wear a mask is not an invitation to argue with retail staff. It's been a year, this is lockdown #3, we're tired of this shit. Wear. a. mask. Wednesday through Saturday 10-4pm . . {{Photo + Refinishing Credit to Drew for this fabulous little stool! }} #electriccityworks #downtownptbo #shopsmall #ptbo #peterboroughontario #peterboroughon #ptbocanada #kawarthas #kawarthalakes #diy #paintitbeautiful #fusionmineralpaint

I'm not sure if it was Brooklynne or Drew who painted these before Christmas, but I found them tucked away, behind all the things we've been working on~ Melissa finalized them and WOW are they ever pretty! The team has been in the last few days making everything wonderful again, we can't wait to see you all February 16th! . .... Ash by @fusionmineralpaint #electriccityworks #chalktherapy #vintagemademodern #paintitbeautiful #fusionmineralpaint #vintagedecor #vintagestyle #mcm #midcenturymodern #paintedfurniture #solidwoodfurniture #ptbo #peterborough #peterboroughontario #kawarthas #ptbocanada #shopsmall #sidetables See more

Fresh Inglenook by @fusionmineralpaint I'm definitely into this colour while I've been painting during this time. When our doors open again, you'll see what I mean~ New spring pieces are filling the store as we're getting closer to seeing everyone soon! ... . . #electriccityworks #chalktherapy #refinishedfurniture #paintitbeautiful #fusionmineralpaint #spring #vintagemademodern #vintagestyle #ptbomakers #ptbokawartha #ptbo #peterboroughontario #kawarthas #kawarthalakes #cottagecountry #cottagestyle #homedecor #solidwoodfurniture See more

We're making some changes We're excited to announce the full market cafe coming soon to @electriccityworks ! We'll be serving up local food suppliers in an effort to continue supporting local businesses. ... More details to come this week! . . Contact us if you're interested in having your products in stock on our shelves! Frozen, pantry/preserves, baked items, or pet foods --> Send us a message! [email protected] #electriccityworks #chalktherapy #shopsmall #shoplocal #homedecor #handmade #freshfoods #cafe #localmarket #ptbo #peterborough #peterboroughontario #kawarthas #kawarthalakes #ptbocanada #ptbokawartha #ptbomakers See more

Spring is on the way, and we're prepping the store with some serious new updates! We took a minute away from social media anything for a bit here... Had to gather ourselves, and had to get through some changes we're making to the store. I didn't realize how much I put on pause here with all the new messages, so I'm spending the next day or so getting back to everyone A lot of questions about the paint kits, and yes! We're definitely still doing them. ... I'm looking forward to painting with everyone! New updates coming soon, as well as a HUGE announcement coming Sunday night . . *Please send an email if you need faster assistance, or if you have placed an order and have questions, as we don't get to instagram regularly. Reply to your order confirmation email or see here for ordering and info: Chalktherapy.ca/shop [email protected] [email protected] . . #chalktherapy #electriccityworks #vintagemademodern #paintitbeautiful #fusionmineralpaint #ptbomakers #ptbocanada #peterborough #kawarthas #vintagestyle #vintagedecor

Window shopping! Shine up them shoes, and take a walk downtown! (For exercise only of course) and while you're down there, turn your head for some fancy new windows! New Year, and FINALLY new window display. Our long glassy stretch along Charlotte Street was looking how we've been feeling during this first half of January... Empty and haggard from the holidays- We're brushing it all away, and new displays have arrived! All bright freshly painted furniture, vintage finds, a...nd local maker pieces You can now see each one of these items in our front window, each with their own QR code to order. They're also up online Shop.Electriccity.works . . #electriccityworks #chalktherapy #vintagemademodern #ptbomakers #ptbo #downtownptbo #peterborough #kawarthas #ptbocanada #windowdisplays #paintitbeautiful #paintedfurniture #homedecor #farmhousestyle #vintagestyle #toronto #durhamregion

Raw Silk is an all time favourite Soft white with a gentle tone is perfection on this three drawer side table~ . . Available. #electriccityworks #chalktherapy #vintagemademodern #ptbo #fusionmineralpaint #paintitbeautiful #paintitbeautiful #restoredfurniture #vintagelove #vintagestyle #vintagefurniture #peterboroughon #peterborough #kawarthas #kawarthalakes #diy #homedecor #handpainted #distressedfurniture

Just the prettiest little piece coming your way. #electriccityworks #chalktherapy #vintagemademodern #refinishedfurniture #paintitbeautiful #fusionmineralpaint #vintagestyle #vintagefurniture #paintedfurniture #handpainted #ptbo #peterboroughon #ptbokawartha #kawarthas #kawarthalakes #ptbocanada #downtownptbo #vintagelove #furnituremakeover #diy #rawsilk

Fabulous Art Deco refinished beautifully by Drew . . #available #chalktherapy #vintagemademodern #artdeco #vintagestyle #vintagefurniture #ptbo #ptbokawartha #kawarthas #kawarthalakes #peterborough #peterboroughon #restoredfurniture #paintedfurniture #paintitbeautiful #fusionmineralpaint #indoorplants #indoorjungle #diy #handpaintedfurniture #upcycled #solidwoodfurniture #madetolast

Pre-holiday sale! Thursday, Friday, Saturday the entire store will be 15% off! You can shop from all the local makers both in-store and online with code HOLIDAY This does include Fusion Mineral paint, so stock up while colours are available! ... . . #electriccityworks #shoplocal #chalktherapy #paintitbeautiful #fusionmineralpaint #refinishedfurniture #ptbomakers #ptbo #peterborough #peterboroughon #ptbokawartha #ptbocanada #kawarthas #kawarthalakes #downtownptbo #handmade #handpainted #handcarved

Putty by @fusionmineralpaint is a staff favorite around here. It's a fabulous neutral with warmth and modern feels~ It helped this once dreary wardrobe transform into a sleek storage solution, ready to fit into any space! . .... Available in the gallery. #chalktherapy #fusionmineralpaint #electriccityworks #refinishedfurniture #putty #vintagemademodern #vintagestyle #ptbo #peterborough #peterboroughon #ptbokawartha #kawarthas #kawarthalakes #brass #refinishedfurniture #diy #paintitbeautiful #paintedfurniture #toronto #durhamregion #northhumberland #solidwoodfurniture #farmhousedecor

It's been a minute~ I've been away for so long, that the first moments back, I felt like a tourist in my own space. Snapping up pictures, and swooning over the pieces the team have done We're bringing in so much new, that it's time for a quick little sale~ 30% off plants this weekend! ... Thursday Friday Saturday Delivery and online orders welcome PLANTS30 . #indoorplants #indoorjungle #tropicalplants #chalktherapy #vintagemademodern #vintagestyle #paintitbeautiful #fusionmineralpaint #ptbo #ptbokawartha #peterboroughon #peterborough #kawarthas #kawarthalakes #ptbocanada #downtownptbo

New store hours are coming this week! Tuesday-Friday 11-6pm Saturday 11-4pm Sunday Closed Monday Closed... Looking for more hours to fit your schedule? You can now book private sip + shop evenings for you and your bubble Wander our gallery enjoying a glass of wine/beer, while shopping many local makers. To make it even better, you'll receive 15% off storewide! (Excluding wine bar ) [email protected] for bookings~ . . Oh, before I forget, isn't she pretty? @rollinggrape @publicanhouse @theflyingmonkeys #electriccityworks #chalktherapy #paintitbeautiful #diy #ptbomakers #peterborough #ptbo #peterboroughon #ptbokawartha #kawarthas #kawarthalakes #fusionmineralpaint #refinishedfurniture #handmade #privateshopping #shoplocal #shopsmall #homedecor

Not every piece has to be painted One of our favorite sets to date includes signage by @kawarthadesignco , a macrame tapestry by @wildhoneyboho , and plant hangings by @2needlesandahook + @brandedheronleatherworks It's the little things that make a space comfortable by finding just the right piece~ . .... Hemp oil by @fusionmineralpaint #chalktherapy #electriccityworks #vintagemademodern #ptbo #peterborough #peterboroughon #kawarthalakes #ptbokawartha #ptbocanada #shoplocal #shopsmall #fusionmineralpaint #downtownptbo #handmade #ptbomakers #locallove #toronto #durhamregion #northhumberland #diy #homedecor #vintagestyle #solidwoodfurniture #vintagefurniture See more

All the pretty things . . #chalktherapy #electriccityworks #vintagemademodern #vintagestyle #ooak #modernfarmhouse #fusionmineralpaint #paintitbeautiful #paintedfurniture #ptbo #peterboroughon #peterborough #ptbokawartha #ptbocanada #kawarthas #shoplocal #shopsmall #handpaintedfurniture #farmhousedecor #farmhousestyle #diy #

So the calls went like this: FIRST night: Me: Hi there! I just saw the photos of the food being made for this coming Thursday beer tastings and was wondering if I can order it now as well??? ... I don't know what exactly it is on the menu, but dang it looks good! (Me laughing nervously hoping to get tasty food for dinner ) Taso's: Um...I don't know what you're talking about, let me check with Taso- SECOND night: Me: Hello hello~ So I ordered some food last night that is for an event we're having on Thursday- Taso's: Yes, from Electric City Works? Me: Yes, May I order again?? THIRD night in 5 days: Me: Hi, it's me again... We only have two tables left and oh my gosh the menu is fabulous, and more beers have been added to the list for tastings! This Thursday keeps getting better

Saturdays are for taking strolls and finding yourself in places you've never been before. Poking around shops, discovering new finds, getting ideas, and saying hello to strangers~ It's a feeling we've all missed, myself included. There's so much to enjoy in and around Peterborough that I can't wait to get back to- Wear a mask, be kind*, enjoy the little things, and stay safe out there .... . #supportsmallbusiness #shopsmall #ptbokawartha #paintitbeautiful #peterborough #ptbo #chalktherapy #electriccityworks #downtownptbo #kawarthas #shoplocal #ooak #fusionmineralpaint #localartists #ptbocanada #peterboroughon #paintedfurniture #diy #vintagemademodern See more

I'm happy to be back This piece brings me so much joy to see it finished- Once, this truly terrible water fall buffet was a mix of woodgrains and stains that should never have been... Now refinished in a custom blend of @fusionmineralpaint + modern brass hardware that pairs with the smooth blue tones~ .... . Available. See in-store Thursday-Saturday 12-4pm #chalktherapy #paintitbeautiful #antiquefurniture #unfinishedfurniture #solidwood #vintagemademodern #vintagestyle #vintagefurniture #ptbo #peterborough #ptbokawartha #ptbocanada #kawarthas #upcycle #paintedfurniture #diy #homedecor #shopsmall #ptbosmallbusiness See more

Vintage waterfall + Modern brass hardware . . #chalktherapy #paintitbeautiful #paintedfurniture #ptbo #kawarthas #peterborough #vintagemademodern #vintagestyle #vintagefurniture #homedecor #modernfarmhouse #ptbokawartha #farmhousedecor #farmhousestyle #handpaintedfurniture #fusionmineralpaint #shopsmall #shoplocal

It's just one of those pieces . . Available. Pebble + Black Glaze by @fusionmineralpaint... #chalktherapy #fusionmineralpaint #paintitbeautiful #vintagemademodern #chalktherapy #paintitbeautiful #antiquefurniture #unfinishedfurniture #solidwood #vintagemademodern #vintagestyle #vintagefurniture #ptbo #peterborough #ptbokawartha #ptbocanada #kawarthas #upcycle #paintedfurniture #diy #homedecor #shopsmall #smallbusiness See more

Sneak peek~ We're back from some much needed time away, and wholly am I ever excited to be sharing pieces & projects again! . . #chalktherapy #comingsoon... #vintagemademodern #paintitbeautiful #fusionmineralpaint #ptbo #peterborough #peterboroughontario #peterboroughon #kawarthas #kawarthalakes #ptbocanada #ptbokawartha #solidwoodfurniture #vintagefurnitureshop See more

Did you miss out on the sold out event last Thursday??? Absolutely no worries! @southbaymarketingevents & @electriccityworks has another event lined up for THIS Thursday August 6, 6-8pm Come relax and enjoy @highlanderbrew @boardwalkptbo samplings~ This week's meal comes from Peterborough's Boardwalk Cafe and features corn chips with pico de gallo & guacamole, popcorn with classic butter and salt, flank steak beef jerky marinated in honey, apple & pomegranate, pickels & bl...ue cheese, spruce tip pretzel topped with beer-infused kosher salt served with beer caramel & grainy mustard, and chewy vanilla & honey cookies with beer-infused salt. This week's beer sampling will include Highlander Brewing's Honey I'm Home, 5.5% (Honey Wheat Beer), Happy Landing, 4.0% (English Golden Ale), Twisted Spruce 6.0% (Scottish Alba Style Ale brewed with spruce tips) and Aphrodite 3.5% (Apple Pomegranate Shandy) For social distancing safety, we have 4 tables outdoors that can accommodate up to 4 people. To ensure the safety of our guests, we recommend purchasing a table for your group to ensure you are at a table with only your friends/family. Tables are $140 each, or $35/person. Get your tickets here : https://electriccity.works//highlander-brewing-company-be/ #electriccityworks #southbaymarketing #kawarthacraftbeerfestival #ptbo #peterboroughfood #ptbokawartha #kawarthas #kawarthalakes #peterborough #peterboroughon #downtownptbo #nightout #supportlocal #craftbeer

It's been a minute since I've posted here~ I'm taking much needed time away from the store, and while I do so, our amazing team has started to line up events this summer! Our patio it's stretched out for maximum space to enjoy a safe evening out with your bubble~ Actual hands on workshops will be beginning again as well ... This week @kawarthacraftbeerfestival is teaming up with @bobcaygeonbeer + @tasosptbo You and your team can enjoy 4-5 beer samples which equals approximately 2 pints. This week will feature a delicious meal from Taso’s, one of Peterborough’s newest restaurants. The menu includes chicken souvlaki skewers, calamari, greek smoked sausage, chicken gyro meat, greek village salad, spicy roasted red pepper and feta dip, tzatziki, pita bread. Amazing right!? We're super excited to see people again for events, so check out the events already listed on our website/Facebook/link in bio to see more! https://chalktherapy.ca//bobcaygeon-brewing-company-beer-/ . . #chalktherapy #electriccityworks #kawarthacraftbeerfestival #tasosptbo #bobcaygeonbrew #downtownptbo #peterboroughontario #peterborough #ptbo #lovelocalptbo #kawarthas #kawarthalakes #shoplocal #supportlocal #ptbocanada #ptbokawartha #nightout

Join us Wednesday July 1st for the opening of our new workshop patio! Paint, Plant, Partake~ . .... #chalktherapy #electriccityworks #downtownptbo #fusionmineralpaint #indoorplants #tropicalplants #paintitbeautiful #plantshop #plantlife #winebar #localbeer #ptbo #peterborough #peterboroughontario #ptbokawartha #kawarthalakes #kawarthalakes #ptbocanada #plantsplantsplants . . Reservations + more info coming Monday! *If you were a part of March break workshops that were cancelled, please contact us if you haven't received an email. You can join us, or pick up the new DIY kits that will also be available soon! See more

Loving the classic antique four drawer re-do~ French Eggshell + Natural SFO by @fusionmineralpaint . . #chalktherapy #antiquefurniture #paintitbeautiful #paintedfurniture #DIY #vintagemademodern #ptbo #peterborough #peterboroughontario #kawarthas #ptbokawartha #frencheggshell #fusionmineralpaint #solidwood #solidwoodfurniture #naturalwood