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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.

Distressed Dresser Finished in Linen Milk Paint

Post Date

Mon, 11/18/2013 - 12:00

We love this dresser distressed with General Finishes Linen

Does Gel Stain Need a Top Coat?

sofa table finished with gel stain up against a wall

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Wed, 12/10/2014 - 12:00

Yes. All stains need a top coat. Think of stain as the color and top coat as the sealer and protectant. Discover the best topcoat for your gel stain.

How I do I prep an existing, painted fiber glass for for a new coat of paint?

To prep an existing fiberglass door that has a coat of paint on it:

New Specialty Metallic Paints, Gel Stains and Matte Top Coat

Post Date

Fri, 07/24/2015 - 12:00

General Finishes is excited to show off some our new products of 2015.

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

refinished rocking chair and side table using milk paint and glaze

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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.

FAQs: December 2022 Discontinued Milk Paint Colors

Q: Which 12 colors will remain in the Milk Paint line?

Distressed Paint Color Combinations: 100s of Examples

In the following faux finish examples, several layers of GF Milk Paints, GF Glaze Effects, GF Wood Stains and GF Top Coats are combined in the tradition of old world craftsmen to create unique, distressed looks in any color palette.

Get The Look - Argentine, Tawny and Bronze Pearl Effects Over Queenstown Gray Milk Paint

text: get the look argentine, tawny pearl & bronze pearl effects stippled and pounced with a damp rag over queenstown gray milk paint

Post Date

Fri, 07/31/2015 - 12:00

Achieve the look of antique mercury glass with this gorgeous combination!

Why does bright & white paint take so many coats to achieve coverage?

Milk Paint

Extra deep and extra bright colors have lower opacity because they start out with a clear base. Read more about how to get the best coverage for your favorite colors.