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Get the Look - Champagne, Tawny and Bronze Pearl Effects over Snow White Milk Paint

text: get the look champagn, tawny, and bronze pearl effects stippled and pounced with a damp rag over snow white milk paint

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Thu, 07/30/2015 - 12:00

Achieve high-end style to rival Michelangelo with our new

Distressed Secretary Finished by 551 East Furniture Design with General Finishes Basil Green Milk Paint

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Fri, 09/27/2013 - 12:00

We love this beautiful distressed secretary refinished by Julia of 551 East Furniture Design!

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.

*What Shade of White is Brushable White Enamel?

Brushable White Enamel

General Finishes Brushable White Enamel is a bright white. It's similar in color to General Finishes Snow White Milk Paint and General Finishes Enduro Pigmented White Poly.

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.

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 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.

Milk Paint for Cabinets & Furniture: Water Based

General Finishes Water Based Milk Paint, Antique White, quart, Made with Renewable Resources

General Finishes Milk Paint is a premium low VOC, self-sealing interior/exterior mineral-based paint named for its low-luster sheen. So durable, it is a go-to finish for cabinets and furniture.

Kitchen Island by Craig Bentzley

kitchen island finished in bayb erry green & snow white milk paint glazed with van dyke brown

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Fri, 07/26/2013 - 12:00

What a great kitchen island by Craig Bentzley!

Woodworker Wednesday - Col. Ellis D. Bingham

wooden desks, tables and toys refinished using general finishes stains, dyes and paints

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Wed, 05/27/2015 - 12:00

"In honor of Memorial Day, this Woodworker Wednesday we're very excited to feature Colonel Ellis D. "Bing" Bingham, a retired US Army Colonel and excellent woodworker! At 84 years old, Col. Bingham still enjoys hand-crafting beautiful pieces for his family, neighbors, and friends.