This steamer trunk was refinished with a classic black and white look by Airdrie Furniture Revival. It was painted with General Finishes Antique White and Lamp Black Milk Paints. Love it!
My plan all along was to make this table top look like an old business sign. It turned out better than I could have ever expected. It's painted in General Finishes Antique White, Millstone (Under Antique White), and the sign is done with Lamp Black. All sealed with GF High Performance Top Coat. - The Upcycled Cupboard
Gorgeous buffet restyle by Amanda at Ferpie and Fray! We think Antique White Milk Paint paired with the pretty Spoonflower paper is absolutely perfect! Amanda says, "I am SO excited to share this one. She's painted in General Finishes Antique White, Anthropologie knobs and detailed with Spoonflower paper. I did a slight gold almost copper gold on the legs for a little extra shine."
Jen's Furniture Rehab says, "This curvaceous little beauty was pretty rough to start, but is there anything General Finishes Java Gel and Milk Paint can't fix? I've yet to find a lost cause! I sanded the top to bare and gave it two coats of Gel Stain, and the base is freshened up with a couple coats of Linen Milk Paint. I opted for the clean look, and applied multiple coats of HP Flat Top Coat. I had the hardware lying around, and since this piece was missing a few pulls, I figured these...
The frame of this fantastic Broyhill Tribute dresser was painted by The Weathered Door in General Finishes Snow White Milk Paint, the bottom 3 drawers are painted in Seagull Gray Milk Paint and the whole piece is sealed with High Performance Top Coat in satin. Each of these products were applied using an HVLP paint sprayer!
"This one was a long process. This dresser was the first piece I sprayed using an HVLP spray gun (more info and blog post to come later) in the PVC pipe spray booth I...
The Green Bureau at Black Dog Architectural Salvage refinished this vintage buffet using General Finishes Antique White Milk Paint and Brown Mahogany Gel Stain! The entire piece was then stained in High Performance Top Coat!
"The original hardware suited the piece, so we reused it but freshened it up with just a bit of antique gold metallic paint."
I revived this Mid Century Modern Bachelor's Chest using Antique Walnut Gel Stain. I also painted the inside panel with Snow White and used HP Top Coat in Satin. Your products never fail to impress me!
Bonnie at Revolutionaries restyled this beautiful antique bedroom set in Antique White Milk Paint, accented with Van Dyke Brown Glaze and sealed with High Performance Top Coat in Flat! Check out her blog post here! :)
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The Cornish Painted Furniture Company restyled this charming coffee table with Linen Milk Paint! "Sometimes all a piece of furniture needs is a bit of TLC. Loved the shape of this little old coffee table, with it's Dancette legs and beautiful wooden top. But it was very tired. Now, after sanding off the top, painting the legs with General Finishes' Linen Milk Paint, and varnishing all over to a lovely satin sheen, it's looking fabulous. Would look great in any modern home (including mine)!"
Check out this gorgeous buffet upcycle in Snow White Milk Paint by Alison at The Modern Cottage Company! Alison is also a General Finishes retailer, pick up your favorite products at her shop in Tacoma, WA.
Crystal from Eight Crusty Brushes (
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Crystal says, "Love how I can mix brands and it turns out great every time!"
*WARNING: Whenever you mix another company's product with General Finishes products, make sure that you test first! GF cannot...
These fabulous custom built-ins painted in Antique White Milk Paint and distressed by Lo at Finishing Touches Decorative Painting add so much character and charm to this space! Lo says, "We love painting custom built-ins, especially the distressing part!"
Beth at Farm Fresh Vintage Finds upcycled this old cupboard with Driftwood Gray Milk Paint on the inside for a sweet contrast to the white Heirloom Traditions Paint on the outside and to complement the gray patterned contact paper! To recreate the look, we recommend our Snow White Milk Paint for a crisp white finish. Check out the full cupboard transformation here!
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Beautiful side table finished for my client Casey in creme distressed, original knobs and Java gel stain by General Finishes of course! Absolutely love this color combo.... Java gel looks great with any paint color. ~This charming cabinet was shared by Chelsea at Chelsea's Creations! To recreate the look, we suggest our Linen Milk Paint.
Shabby Pickins gave this dresser a classic and simple look with General Finishes Antique Whit Milk Paint.
How amazing is this vintage bow-front buffet makeover and custom reclaimed barn wood American flag shared by John at Now Then and Again?! John says, "Vintage Buffet Bow front with four deep and spacious drawers, in addition to two side drawers, and two cabinets. Top is finished in General Finishes Java Gel Stain, body is painted in General Finishes Antique White, distressed and Finished with GF High Performance... The American Flag is made from reclaimed barnwood and is to scale, Painted in...
These cabinets were covered in an old latex paint that was dripping and peeling before Matt from MDG Contracting & Design, LLC stripped the entire kitchen down to bare wood. GF's Antique White Milk Paint and High Performance satin top coat were then appli
Look what we've been working on! Loveseat crafted from an antique bed. Painted in General Finishes Antique White with an antiqued finish. ~Chrissie's Collection shared this beautiful bench restyle! Chrissie uses a custom mix of glazes for her antique finish, learn how to make your own in this video tutorial!
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Mamye at The Distressed Fleur De Lis added timeless charm to this antique Drexel French Provincial Touraine set with a two-toned finish using Antique White and a custom mix of Linen and Driftwood Milk Paints. Stunning! Seal and protect your finish for years to come! Choose a top coat for interior applications here:
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Jenny of Rustic Roots took this "drab old oak to fab and current" with General Finishes Linen Milk Paint and water based High Performance Top Coat. The new modern look is fabulous!
Shabby Pickins refinished this beautiful nine drawer French Provincial dresser in General Finishes Antique White Milk Paint!
We're swooning over this 12-drawer French Provincial dresser in Antique White Milk Paint and accented with a custom mix of Van Dyke Brown and Pitch Black Glaze Effects by Chrissie at Chrissie's Collection! Chrissie does gorgeous custom finishes, and she has a great selection of antique pieces for the picking! "We have restocked our booth at University Pickers and have a great selection of furniture on display. You can see a complete listing of our current inventory online at...
Charming corner cabinet transformation by Stacy at Diamond in the Rough using Antique White Milk Paint and Van Dyke Brown Glaze Effects! Stacy says, "Love this corner cabinet painted in General Finishes Antique White and antique with Van Dyke Brown glaze!" Got some extra Java Gel Stain lying around? Did you know that you can also use Gel Stains as an antiquing glaze? Find out how in this video tutorial!
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I wanted to share a sweet desk I made over with your paint. This one was tricky as the bleed through was really bad! Luckily, the Seagull Gray and Antique White covered great, and I love how the two colors work so well together. Thanks for such a great product! ~This darling desk was shared by Farmhouse Blues Interiors! You can find your favorite GF products at Woodcraft, RockIer Woodworking stores or Wood Essence in Canada. You can also use your zip code to find a retailer near you at...
Melissa from Shabby Roots Boutique refinished this absolutely stunning end table in General Finishes Linen Milk Paint topped with Van Dyke Brown Glaze! A dark wax was also applied over the top. Great work, Melissa!
Susan at Saw Nail and Paint transformed this Thomasville dresser from boring to beautiful with Antique White Milk Paint! Says Susan, "This was my first time using this particular color, and it is a beautiful soft white." You can read the rest of Susan's blog post here!
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Custom ordered French Provincial dresser painted in General Finishes Antique White with a Java stained top. A classic beauty! ~This stunning piece was shared by Chrissie at Chrissie's Collection, she never fails to amaze us with her beautiful work! Check out our video on how to apply Gel Stain on bare wood vs. previously finished wood for more tips!
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We agree with LJ at Renewed Purpose when she says, "Sometimes clean and simple is just best!" This stunning dresser and bedroom set was refinished using GF's Antique White Milk Paint.
We're swooning over one of the latest pieces by Chrissie at Chrissie's Collection! She refinished this gorgeous Queen Anne buffet with Antique White Milk Paint. We recommend pairing it with our Java Gel Stain for a similar finish. Get that beautifully hand-distressed look! Check out our video tutorial for the how-to.
http://youtu.be/DQilIHtFxpY
Amanda Shurtliff Vornberg painted this luxurious dresser in General Finishes Linen Milk Paint! FolkArt Home Decor wax in brown was applied for the finish. We love this!
Tracy from Weavers Cottage Creations says, "My first GF project and I'm over the moon with the products. Wish I'd found you guys years ago!!"
Tracy used a 50% mix of GF's Snow White and Antique White Milk Paints sealed with GF's High Performance Top Coat. The worktop was protected by GF's Enduro-Var top coat!
We're loving this darling dresser restyle by Home Revival using Java Gel Stain and a roller stencil! To recreate the look, we recommend pairing it with our Linen Milk Paint. What pre-existing surfaces can you apply General Finishes Gel Stain to? Get prep instructions here:
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Cassie at Primitive & Proper restyled this radiant midcentury modern dresser with Antique White Milk Paint and High Performance Top Coat in Satin! Cassie says, "This paint is not “chippy” milk paint but rather an acrylic paint with a smooth finish, and I knew it would be perfect for this piece. To protect it, as a final step on the body, I added a coat of General Finishes Top Coat in Satin, which gave it a nice slight gloss." See her blog post here!...
We can't get enough of this elegant Lamp Black and Snow White buffet makeover by Katie Cloud! Black & white are always a classy combo! Learn how to prep existing finishes like a pro before painting or staining in this video!
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Check out this beautiful table transformation by Theresa at Treasures Rediscovered (
http://on.fb.me/17ncZE0)! Theresa says, "I absolutely love this table and how it turned out... I used General Finishes Antique White and then used an antiquing glaze to really make those details pop. Thank you to GF for your wonderful products!!" Here are some tricks for hand distressing General Finishes Milk Paint!...
We love this stunning dresser restyle using Snow White Milk Paint by the very talented Christina of Phoenix Restoration! Check out her page for more gorgeous furniture transformations! Learn how to properly hand apply General Finishes Milk Paint in this video tutorial:
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Diane at The Paint Factory (
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Stephany of All The Pretty Things Decor chose GF Antique White Milk Paint to give this 1920's vanity a new fresh look.
Mirror, mirror on the wall, who's the fairest of them all? Snow White Milk Paint, of course! Legacy Home Staging shared this sweet and simple Snow White mirror makeover, so lovely! Check out this video to learn more about prepping existing finishes before painting or staining!
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This mid century modern dresser by Team Sutton Designs is a real head turner! Absolutely gorgeous! "Clean lines keep this mid-century modern 3 drawer dresser timeless. Painted in General Finishes Snow White and stained in Java Gel. Legs were painted in a mixture of Ralph Lauren's Metallic Gold and Van Dyke Brown glaze for an aged gold. I also lined the drawers with a geometric pattern to bring in a modern feel. Oh and check out that cool artwork in the back! Brought to you by 9 month old Noah...
We are ringing in the New Year by posting this sweet bed frame that we customized for a client. This piece was painted General Finishes Antique White then slightly distressed. Result = perfect piece for her little girl’s room. - Shannon at Refurbished by Sweet Threepeats
This classy dresser upcycle was shared by The Green Bureau, "I knew the moment I saw this piece that it was meant to be General Finishes Antique White. Java Gel stain on the top. Hard to beat this classic color combo!" The best things never change, like our classic combo of Antique White and Java! If you're in the Roanoke, VA area, you can purchase your favorite General Finishes products from The Green Bureau's booths at Black Dog Architectural Salvage or Then and Again in Salem! You can also...
Isn't this antique radio cabinet restyle to die for?! Create Inspire gave this sad piece a stunning makeover using a custom 50/50 mix of our Linen Milk Paint with a white from Sherwin Williams, and the center with 50/50 Basil Green Milk Paint and a gray from Sherwin Williams. See the entire transformation here! http://bit.ly/1zwXIqA. You can find your favorite GF products at Woodcraft, RockIer Woodworking stores or Wood Essence in Canada....
Keith & Sharon at Heavenly Pieces-Vintage Furniture Redeemed always do such beautiful work! They upcycled this sweet bedroom set in Snow White Milk Paint. "Delivering this shabby chic bedroom set to Laura today. Thank you so much! Hope "C" loves it! Enjoy!"
Part two of Laddie's fabulous bridal shop beauties!
"This beautiful and massive vanity was Re-loved in General Finishes Antique White Milk Paint and gold dipped by Re-New Relics. It is the focal point in the premiere Bridal Suite at a local bridal shop. Thanks General Finishes!"
Laddie says, "General Finishes Antique White Milk Paint was the obvious choice for this French Provincial cabinet re-newed by Re-New Relics that is now a store fixture at a local Bridal Shop. Thanks for your awesome products!" Stunning!!
This vanity makeover is courtesy of Eight Crusty Brushes. "Wanted to share my latest piece done in Antique White and Linen. Love how it turned out!! I am in love with the finish General Finishes Milk Paints puts on pieces! "
Vintage/Old/Loved gave this delightful antique 1930's dresser a makeover using a custom mix of 50/50 Snow White and Seagull Gray Milk Paints for the palest shade of gray, then sealed it with High Performance Top Coat in Flat! Beautiful! Apply General Finishes Water-Based Top Coat like a pro - check out our video tutorial! http://bit.ly/1v4ne8b
I'm finally getting around to properly staging this vintage Henredon 6 drawer Campaign Dresser. Refinished in General Finishes Snow White. Love love LOVE it!!! ~This divine dresser was refurbished by Christina of Phoenix Restoration! Learn how to hand apply General Finishes Milk Paint in this video tutorial:
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This beautiful retro stereo cabinet is the perfect for a New Years Eve buffet! My Vintage Nest refinished the top with Java Gel Stain, and we recommend pairing it with our Snow White Milk Paint for a similar look. Need some finishing tips for applying wipe-on oil-based and gel oil-based finishes? Look no further!
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