The Shabby Mommy refinished this lovely shelf using General Finishes Driftwood Milk Paint with Van Dyke Brown Glaze Effects and Java Gel Stain on the inside!
Cottage Paints says, " About a year ago, this was the very first piece I used Java Gel on and I was HOOKED!" Definitely the start of a great relationship!
Such a rich and gorgeous desk, don't you think? We seriously LOVE the transformation of a boring old desk into a master showpiece. This makeover was made possible using General Finishes Java Gel Stain and Coastal Blue Milk Paint - a lovely combination. ~This sweet desk restyle was shared by Shannon of Refurbished by Sweet Threepeats! What pre-existing surfaces can you apply General Finishes Gel Stain to? Learn more here:
http://bit.ly/1hN0Psr
This star-studded rustic table was restyled by Back To Life Restoration & Home Decor! "This was done for a client of ours who wanted a rustic, western vibe so we gave her just that! We used the Gel Stains in American Oak & Java, and protected it all with High Performance (Top Coat) in a Satin finish, all products by General Finishes!" Did you know that you can layer Gel Stains to create new custom colors? Learn how in this video tutorial:
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Kim of Rusted Brown refinished this beautiful dresser with Queenstown Gray Milk Paint! To achieve a similar look, we recommend pairing it with our Antique Walnut Gel Stain. Find out how to hand apply General Finishes Milk Paint in this video:
http://bit.ly/1xCLHkp
Mommies Trash To Treasure gave new life to this coffee table using Java Gel Stain! "I tried it (Java Gel Stain) for the first time, and I love it!" Pair it with our Driftwood Milk Paint to recreate this look! Find out how to apply Gel Stain on bare wood vs. previously finished wood in this video tutorial:
http://bit.ly/1kYVp8f
Trinda McDuffee kept the original integrity of this Martha Washington Sewing Table using GF's Java Gel Stain and Tuscan Red Milk Paint sealed with High Performance Top Coat!
You can find your favorite GF products at Woodcraft, Rockler Woodworking stores or Wood Essence in Canada. You can also use your zip code to find a retailer near you at
http://bit.ly/1pEtZMu.
Cassie of Primitive & Proper took this $30 midcentury thrift store dresser a face lift with General Finishes Java Gel Stain. Cassie wanted to maintain the vintage charm with out staining it too dark. So Cassie gave the dresser a light sanding and applied the Java Gel with a rag, letting it sit 3-5 minutes before wiping off. The result is this wonderful warm tone. Looks great! Check out,...
"I just bought a new house and I might need to put this in it, seriously. But for now, it is in the store. Chunky, exaggerated, ornate buffet." Update: "***SOLD*** (and NOT to me!)" -Modern Vintage Refinished in General Finishes Patina Green Milk Paint with a Java Gel Stained Top.
Lamp Black painted on porcelain top (it still amazes me the surfaces that it sticks to!) and just one coat of Java to give it a fresh look. - Metamorphosis- Transforming the look of Furniture
I'm crazy for GF java stain!! says Grifton Painted Furniture (
https://www.facebook.com/GriftonPaintedFurniture?fref=ts) This server was painted a dark red and the top was stained with the one and only GF Java Gel Stain. Loving the deep rich tones of this piece! Try GF Brick Red Milk Paint for a similar look.
These gorgeous midcentury modern "guitar pick" tables were too good to not share! Christina at Phoenix Restoration used Snow White Milk Paint, Java Gel Stain, High Performance Topcoat in Gloss, and metallic gold spray paint on the legs for an extra glam touch. GF Tip: All stains need a topcoat, especially Gel Stains. They're loaded with pigment and need a topcoat to seal and protect the color. What's the best top coat to use over Gel Stain? Find out here:...
Wall of dreams may be an understatement for this stunning installation by The Salvage Bureau! Asked by a new boutique to create a pallet wall in their store, these extremely talented women stepped up and created a masterpiece using Java Gel Stain, along with many distressing and aging techniques. "Of all the stain and milk/chalk paint on the market, we find this brand to be our hands down favorite and use it on 95% of our work. It cannot be beat for quality, and the pricing matches up with...
Relove Designs: Reclaimed & Renewed Furnishings says, "Helped a dear friend re-stain her kitchen cabinets. It turned out so beautiful!! ... We used General Finishes Java Gel Stain.....and we didn't even have to remove the cabinet doors!!! Really!!! Cool stuff!"
We agree! You did a great job!!
This stunning midcentury modern makeover was shared by Julia of restored + restyled! Julia says, "I used your Gel Stain in Java mixed with Antique Walnut to update this midcentury piece. I also sealed the whole thing with your High Performance Topcoat. I love how it turned out!" What is the best top coat to use over Gel Stains? Find out here:
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From boring oak to fabulous! This classy and modern kitchen makeover using Java Gel Stain was shared by Pish Posh Boutique. If you need some tips on how to refurbish an outdated kitchen, here's a video tutorial showing how to repurpose cabinets using Java Gel Stain: http://bit.ly/1nfGBcY
Hi friends at GF! This buffet is beautifully refinished with Georgian Cherry Gel Stain and all surfaces are sealed with High Performance Top Coat in Gloss. Gorgeous restyle shared by Christina of Phoenix Restoration (
http://on.fb.me/13NVECm) If you want to recreate this look, we recommend our Tuscan Red Milk Paint! Wondering what pre-existing surfaces can you can apply General Finishes Gel Stain to? Here are some tips and prep instructions:...
Finding Silver Pennies shares how they stained the historic wood work in their home with General Finishes Gel Stain. Check out
http://www.findingsilverpennies.com/2014/11/how-to-stain-wood-the-easy-w... and see for yourself just how easy it is to work with GF Gel Stain. Dani from Finding Silver Pennies says, "I am so thrilled with the results of the gel stain. It gives the perfect...
Stephanie of Rehab to Fab updated this antique Duncan Phyfe with Java Gel Stain, Antique White Milk Paint, and Arm-R-Seal. Now this superb set is ready for the holidays! Here are some of GF's recommended ways to prep existing finishes before painting or staining: http://bit.ly/1nOpkRQ
Metamorphosis- Transforming the look of Furniture completed this fantastic kitchen cabinet update. "I did my kitchen in 5 days, less than 3 hours each day. GF Java Gel Stain on main cabinets and Snow White Milk Paint on the island."
Transformation of the day from Reeves at The Weathered Door! This Mid Century Modern dresser was restyled with General Finishes Snow White Milk Paint and Antique Walnut Gel Stain. All that lovliness was also sealed with our water based High Performance Top Coat in Gloss. Get the full story of this transformation here, http://theweathereddoor.blogspot.com/2014/11/reverse-dipped-mid-...
It makes me happy when I get to use color on a piece....especially green! The tops were refinished in General Finishes Java Gel and Brown Mahogany Gel Stain. Love how they turned out! - The Distressed Fleur De Lis
Gorgeous "Toasted Almond" desk makeover by Tara at Modern Vintage! Tara used Antique Walnut Gel Stain on this pretty piece, and we recommend pairing it with our Linen Milk Paint and Van Dyke Brown Glaze for a similar look. Learn how to use Gel Stains as an antiquing glaze in this video! http://youtu.be/eXMyhOy2-yo
Such a fun makeover for this 1990s old maple table, we used Snow White Milk Paint with Antique Walnut Gel Stain. - Metamorphosis- Transforming the look of Furniture
Barbara Walden Miller gave this dining set the full General Finishes treatment. It was stained with GF Java Gel Stain, painted with GF Red Pepper Milk Paint and sealed with our water based High Performance Top Coat. Unfortunately Red Pepper is now a discontinued color, but try our Holiday Red Milk Paint for a similar look.
Cottage Paints created this lovely little bench with GF Mahonagy Gel Stain of top and Tuscan Red Milk Paint on the bottom. Love the color combo! Visit Cottage paints at 107 E Main St. in Jenks, OK or at
http://cottagepaints.com/ to see of their beautiful work and to buy GF products.
I have to brag for this lady that bought this pedestal table from me. I told her about the Java Gel Stain I sold and she bought some. She sent me this pic 2 days later! She was thrilled by how easy and quick it was to use. - Meaghan from Metamorphosis- Transforming the look of Furniture
This fabulous fiberglass door "got a facelift with General General Finishes Java Gel Stain," courtesy of Nook & Cranny! What pre-existing surfaces can you apply General Finishes Gel Stain (AKA One Coat Wonder) to? Find out here! http://bit.ly/1hN0Psr
This beauty made it to her new home last week. She was painted in Coral Crush (Milk Paint) and the drawers were stained with Java Gel Stain by General Finishes. It was protected overall with their Flat High Performance Top Coat. I LOVE contrast of the gold handles. - Shared by Rustic Soul Vintage Goods (http://on.fb.me/1q4Zqu9)
How cool is this custom-built phone charging station?! Richard Cockerham made this phenomenal "deluxe three" charging station with shelves and trim, and then he stained it with Nutmeg Gel Stain. Richard says, "Vintage Cherry Dye Stain and Nutmeg Gel Stain are very popular!" If you're ever wondering which type of stain to use on your project (water-based or oil-based?), then check out this video where Tom explains the pros and cons to help you decide!...
American made, solid Maple table and chairs finished with Brown Mahogany Gel Stain from General Finishes. - Courtesy of The Wood Shed (http://on.fb.me/1phgofG) What a stunning restyle! Here are some tips for applying our Gel Oil-Based Finishes, for beginners and pros alike. http://bit.ly/TH3o48
Custom Cottage Chic restyled this bright bench in Klein Blue Milk Paint and Java Gel Stain! Watch this video to learn how to apply Gel Stain on bare wood vs. previously finished wood! http://bit.ly/1kYVp8f
Chrissie's Collection created a new gorgeous look for this Mahogany bow front dresser with General Finishes Buttermilk Yellow Milk Paint and our Java Gel Stain.
The Jolly Green Giant by Modern Vintage "This used to be a cabinet, but with the doors removed it is an open shelf ready for books or baskets or anything in between. It's been painted a bold green that has been toned down a bit with the dark stained top and drawers. Dressed up with a tiny bit of fancy on the original pulls." The green is a mix of GF Basil Green and Emerald Milk Paint and the top and drawers were stained with our Java Gel Stain, aka, "The One Coat Wonder".
Courtesy of Not So Plain Sophia Jane:"Gorgeous Entry way/Sofa Table! This is a finely made piece of Universal Furniture. The top has been refinished with Java Gel Stain to bring out the amazing inlaid wood details and sealed with High Performance Top Coat for durability. The bottom is finished in a simple, classic black and lightly distressed for interest."
Here's a little afternoon delight... this lightly distressed vintage vanity was refinished with Java Gel Stain on top, shared by Vintage Rejuvenations! To recreate this stunning look, we recommend pairing our Antique White and Seagull Gray Milk Paints! Wondering whether to use a water-based or oil-based stain? In this video, Tom explains the differences between our stains!
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This handsome antique highboy dresser was given new life with Java Gel Stain and aged details with Van Dyke Brown Glaze, courtesy of Shelley at Fresh Patina! The details were painted with Comfort Gray by Sherwin Williams. Shelley says, "Don't forget the top coat...Wipe On Gel Top Coat from General Finishes is so easy to use!" Thanks for sharing, we love it! Learn how to apply our Gel Top Coat in our video tutorial!
http://bit.ly/1njwYdm
Dignified is the right word for this darling solid wood desk, restyled by Rehab to Fab! "I decided to use my trusty Java Gel Stain from General Finishes on the top, drawers, & feet. The "one coat wonder" blew me away again. I then used my favorite General Finishes Milk Paint color, Coastal Blue, which made him so stately... I wiped on 'Arm-R-Seal' (Top Coat) with several coats to give it durability. I must say, this desk looks and feels dignified." GF Tip: All stains need a top coat,...
Sue from Sueper Shabby Designs refinished this table in General Finishes Georgian Cherry Gel Stain and Antique White Milk Paint.
You can find your favorite GF products at Woodcraft, Rockler Woodworking stores or Wood Essence in Canada. You can also use your zip code to find a retailer near you at
http://bit.ly/1pEtZMu.
Tara of Modern Vintage shared this gorgeous set refinished with GF Basil Milk Paint and GF Java Gel Stain. "This small antique oak washstand shows the beautiful wood-grain through the new dark stain. The case has been paint an herb-y green and glazed and the crazy ornate original hardware has been updated in a two-toned silver."
Rehab to Fab sure did some rehab on this darling table! Antique White Milk Paint and Java Gel Stain came together in the perfect combination on this piece, accented with Van Dyke Brown Glaze and sealed with Arm-R-Seal Top Coat!
We're loving this stunning buffet restyle by Chrissie at Chrissie's Collection! "This buffet was painted in General Finishes Linen. Linen is a beautiful, warm cream. The details were glazed with a mix of Van Dyke Brown and Black. The top was stained using one coat of General Finishes Java Gel Stain." See more on the blog at
http://bit.ly/12qAjOK! Thanks so much for sharing, Chrissie! Beautiful work, as always.
Krizia at Oak + Olive (
http://on.fb.me/ZQ3U2q) refinished this marvelous midcentury modern table with Java Gel Stain. What a beautiful piece! To recreate this look, we recommend pairing the Java with our Snow White Milk Paint. See Krizia's blog post here.
http://bit.ly/1yufjRu
Brepurposed created these lovely French Script Two Toned End Tables. The top edges and drawers were stained with GF Brown Mahogany Gel Stain. The legs and top were painted dark gray and the stenciling was applied. We recommend GF Queenstown Gray for a similar look.
Meli-D Creations refinished this beautiful dining set using GF Antique White Milk Paint and a Brown Mahogany/Java Gel Stain combo for the table top and seats!
Have you ever wondered which GF stain to choose? Here is a video that might help you decide!
Which stain should I choose? (Differences between GF stains/dyes):
http://bit.ly/1vtZolo
Heather of Robins Egg Blue, Too shared this absolutely gorgeous buffet she refinished. The top was stained with GF Java Gel Stain and sealed with our High Performance Top Coat in flat. Fantastic job Heather! Can't wait to see more of your work in the future!
Reeves at The Weathered Door created this very informative post on using Gel Stain over an existing finish! Reeves says, "I think one misconception is that you have to strip and sand a piece down to bare wood before you can re-stain it. Sometimes that is necessary, but if you have a piece without much of a topcoat (sealer, poly, etc.) and the finish is in good shape, you can go over it with a gel stain." See the full tutorial here!...
Gorgeous walnut buffet refinished by Studio Paint,
http://on.fb.me/1rHMA5Z. "Finished the top, drawer and cupboard doors with GF Java Gel Stain. I didn't stop there... instead of my usual dark wax I used 1:1 mineral spirits and Java Gel Stain to glaze my piece to give it this wonderful patina. I LOVE JAVA GEL STAIN!!!"
