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7 Tips of Storing Leftover Finishing Products from General Finishes

Post Date

Tue, 07/28/2015 - 12:00

In this latest video, Chris Adams of General Finishes shows you 7 great tips for getting the most mileage out of a leftover can of finish after use.

Spray Your Finishes for Faster Production Time!

refinished herringbone table top sprayed finish

Post Date

Wed, 04/09/2014 - 12:00

As The Distressed Fleur De Lis commented, "#GeneralFinishes Milk Paint can be used in a sprayer so I thought I would give it a try.

Get The Look - Corinth Blue and Pitch Black Glaze Effects

text: get the look with corinth blue milk paints glazed with pitch black glaze effects

Post Date

Mon, 01/05/2015 - 12:00

Get the Look: Corinth Blue

How to Apply Oil Based Gel and Wipe-on Stains

General Finishes offers a complete line of oil based, water based and wax products. Application techniques differ between oil based products and water based products.

*How Can I Prevent Gel Stain from Hardening in the Can?

Gel Stains (Oil Based) Storing Finishes

As the Gel Stain is used, the volume of stain in the can is displaced with air, causing the stain to start curing. Gel Stains harden up more quickly than liquid oil stains for all the reasons folks love them - the extra colorants and solids within the stain that provide such great coverage also harden up more quickly than other stains.

During storage, the oxygen or moisture that's sealed in the container continues to cure and thicken your stored product, ruining the leftovers. Here are some tips to ensure your Gel Stain remains in great working condition.

*How Do I Spray Water Based Finishes?

Enduro 1K Clear Poly Enduro Conversion Varnish Enduro Pre Cat Laquer Enduro-Var Flat Out Flat High Performance Water Based Top Coat Sanding Sealer Water Based Topcoats Wood Stains (Water Based) Spraying Finishes

Faux Finishing Your Wood Furniture and Cabinet Projects

Decorative Finishes- Distressing, Antique Finishes, Faux Marble and More

How to Prep Wood For Stain: Sanding, Cleaning & Color Selection

Begin with the end in mind

Wood finishing is fun and easy. Don't rush through finishing a piece of furniture as if it is a race. Imagine how it will look finished in your home in living color. Set up a good prep area. Turn on some tunes. Get creative and enjoy the journey.

November 2016 Blogger of the Month - Anastasia Vintage

anastasia vintage: general finishes blogger of the month

Post Date

Fri, 11/04/2016 - 12:00

General Finishes is delighted to announce our November 2016 Blogger of the Month, Anastasia Vintage

What Causes Orange Peel When Spraying A Water-Based Product?

High Performance Water Based Top Coat Repairing & Trouble Shooting Water Based Finishes Spraying Finishes

One of the causes of orange peel is the application of too much fluid and not enough atomization to break the product up into smaller droplets. It's similar to putting your finger over the end of a garden hose. Increase the atomization by using smaller fluid tips or a larger spray unit. See General Finishes comparison chart for generally recommended spray tips. Contact your spray equipment manufacturer's recommendations as well.