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What is the shelf life of GF Milk Paint?

Milk Paint Storing Finishes

GF is rather conservative regarding the life of our Milk paint. Water based products do not last forever, even when unopened. General Finishes products are best used within 1-2 years.

Divine Distressed Demilune in Lamp Black Milk Paint

Divine Distressed Demilune in Lamp Black Milk Paint
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This little demilune looks great in General Finishes Lamp Black and Antique White

*What Is the Best Way to Store Water Based Finishes?

Chalk Style Paint Enduro 1K Clear Poly Enduro 1K White Poly Milk Paint Water Based Topcoats Storing Finishes

LIFE OF PRODUCT

Water-based products do not last forever, even when unopened. General Finishes products are best used within 1 year of the manufacture date listed on the bottom of the can. The life of the product may be extended to 2-3 years with proper care and storage.

What is the Best Approach to Painting Chairs and Smaller Items of Furniture?

rocking chair finished using brick red milk paint
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ANSWER: For ideal results, GF recommends applying finish with a spray gun and putting your project on a rotating lazy susan.

*What Is the Best Temperature to Apply Wood Finishes?

Preparation and Sanding Dry Times for Finishes Applied Over an Existing Finished Surface Dry Times for Finishes Applied Over Raw Wood

Ideal Conditions are 70 degrees F and 50% humidity. Refinishing furniture in a space that is below or above the 65-75 degrees F range can lead to problems, and a space below 55 degrees F is definitely too cold.

WATER-BASED TOPCOATS

One issue caused by cold temperatures with water-based topcoats is the development of dimples in the finish called Orange Peel.

Refinishing Furniture in the Winter. How Cold is Too Cold?

desk and chair refinished during the winter
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Refinishing furniture in a space that is below or above the 65*-75* F range can lead to problems, and a space below 55* F is definitely too cold. One issue caused by cold temperatures is the development of dimples in the finish called "Orange Peel".

*How Do I Remove the Smell of Tobacco from Furniture Before Refinishing?

Preparation and Sanding Technique Tips
  1. Spray your project inside and out with Ozuim Sanitizer.
  2. Place a box or bowl of charcoal briquettes inside your project.
  3. Cover your entire project with plastic and let it sit for 24 hours.
  4. Clean your project with a Scotch-Brite pad and a 50/50 mix of denatured alcohol and water.
  5. Sand the surface with a 150-grit or 180-grit sanding pad. We recommend Softback Sanding Sponges.
  6. If there is still a bit of lingering odor, a coat of shellac may help.

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