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GF's Annual Design Contest

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Mon, 01/19/2015 - 12:00

MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR GROUNDHOG DAY. The General Finishes 2015 Contest Starts February 2nd and runs for 40 days. There are two categories to enter. Enter one or both as often as you wish here

1) WILD NIGHTS DESIGN CHALLENGE

How to Glaze a Table with General Finishes Glaze Effects

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Mon, 07/27/2015 - 12:00

In this tutorial video Chris Adams and "celebrity guest" Holly Haguewood of Drabs2Fabs show how to glaze a small table with Van Dyke Brown

Glaze Effects are translucent water-based colors used to create beautiful decorative finishes such as marbling, shabby chic, burnishing and color washing. Use over Water Based Wood Stains, and Milk Paints. Glaze Effects can be intermixed to create custom colors.

Get The Look - Burnished Pearl Effects Over Pitch Black Glaze and Brick Red Milk Paint

text: get the look brunished pearl effects brushed over pitche black glaze and brick red milk paint

Post Date

Mon, 08/03/2015 - 12:00

Add a subtle touch of gold with Burnished Pearl Effects! Learn more about Pearl Effects here: https://youtu.be/7c5WZEwA9wI

Why or When Should I Use a Dye Stain?

Dye Stains (Water Based)

There are several reasons to choose Dye Stain. Here are a few.

General Finishes Java Gel Thursday - Stenciled Sign

stenciled sign using java gel paint. text: our nest our home

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Thu, 01/16/2014 - 12:00

General Finishes Java Gel isn't just for furnitu

How to Create a Restoration Hardware Look with GF Milk Paint and Glaze

refinished rocking chair and side table using milk paint and glaze

Post Date

Tue, 09/15/2015 - 12:00

The Restoration Hardware look is fantastic, but the price can definitely be a turn off. But GF has good news! Anastasia Vintage has come up with a technique to acheive a Restoration Hardware inspired look using General Finishes products.

*Is Topcoat Required Between Gel Stain and Water Based Glaze Effects?

Gel Stains (Oil Based) Glaze Effects Water Based Topcoats Technique Tips

Yes - this is not a good place to take shortcuts. GF Gel Stain gets its deep rich hue from a large number of colorants. Seal the stain with a topcoat before applying glaze to prevent "color pull."

The glaze will also glide more easily over the surface after topcoat is applied, allowing you greater control of how much color you want to use. Be sure to wait 72 hours when applying water-based finishes over oil-based finishes.