Linda of Hello I Live Here says, "General Finishes Java Gel Stain to the rescue. From builder grade to upgrade." Fantastic work, Linda!
Quite the transformation from Second Grace Vintage! Jeanine of Second Grace Vintage says, "This classic piece has been given a breath of new life. The mahogany stain was drab and boring so I decided to go outside of my chalk paint comfort zone and try something new...General Finishes Milk Paint. The color is called Driftwood and it's a gorgeous dark greige. The inside is painted Antique White. I wanted this to look old and vintage so I glazed the entire piece with General Finishes VanDyke Brown...
"Loving the Tuscan Red on this old buffet!! Top was stained with Java Gel and sealed with High Performance Top Coat in Satin. Super thrilled with how it turned out!!! " - Shannon of Refurbished by Sweet Threepeats of St. Charles, MO.
Valerie of Occasionally Crafty is in the middle of updating her outdated honey oak cabinets with General Finishes Java Gel Stain. Valerie says, "I am working in stages. So far I've completed the counter that looks out towards the living room, and I LOVE it. It is going to totally transform my kitchen when I'm done."
Kristin of Dressers and Jujubes painted the base of this beautiful buffet in Patina Green Milk Paint and stained the top with Java Gel Stain!
Can't get enough of this country inspired coffee table from Revived Treasures! The bottom was painted with GF Driftwood Milk Paint and the top was stained with Java Gel Stain. Looks great!
"Great new pieces in at our booth at Platte Valley Platte Valley Antique Mallr was refinished in General Finishes Java Gel and Coastal Blue Milk Paint. Would make a great coffee bar, changing table, tv stand or just use as a dresser." - Effie's Salvage Barn
This bright and bold little cabinet was refreshed by Legacy Home Staging with General Finishes Brick Red Milk Paint and Java Gel Stain. Great color combo!
This Midcentury Modern beauty by Reeves at The Weathered Door_ is our Monday crush! She used Java Gel Stain and High Performance Topcoat in Satin with Benjamin Moore paint, we suggest pairing it with our Snow White Milk Paint and HP Topcoat in Gloss for a similar look! See the full transformation here!
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Loving this desk transformation from Art is Beauty_! Karin uses General Finishes Java Gel Stain to create a faux woodgrain! Now to get the woodgrain look I am going to give you the easiest tool in the world to use…your hand! Yup..that’s it. When the top was ready for the stain I use a lint-less cloth (think old clean t-shirt) I drape the cloth over the top of my hand holding the cloth in my palm with my thumb and dip it in the stain. Going in one direction starting at one end I run the cloth...
Totally drooling over with Java Gel stained table top by Distress me, Distress me not! It's absolutely stunning!
Found in its original golden oak stain. We updated with general Finishes Java Gel on the top and Drawer and General Finishes Black gel on the sides. Top Coated WIth General Finishes Wipe On Poly.
This Mid-Century Modern Chest of Drawers was is pretty bad shape when we purchased it. It is solid Walnut. We re-finished with General Finishes Java Gel Stain on the drawer fronts and the Top. Grey Gel Stain on the Sides and drawer spacers. It is beautiful!. - Fayettevilles Funky Yard Sale
What a job, but the end results made it worth it. Tuscan Red and Java Gel, a beautiful combination. This solid oak monster took four coats of paint and three coats of Java Gel to get the coverage I wanted. Finished off with 4 coats of HP flat. My client had a vision and GF came through again. Love, Love, Love this product. - Repurposed Love by Rhonda Donnelly_
Paige Harton Baker says, "Just finished this buffet up! I used the always-awesome Java Gel Stain, High Performance Top Coat in flat and highlighted the back and appliqué with GF's Pearl Effects in Copper." Always remember to seal Pearl Effects with top coat! Gorgeous work, Paige!
Is this table magazine-worthy or what!? It was refinished by Susan of Saw Nail and Paint_ of Seattle, WA.Company_. " I spotted this vintage oak draw leaf table at my favorite Goodwill a couple of weeks ago and I thought it would be perfect for my dining room. This table was a steal at just $60. The top had some pretty bad scratches and water stains, but even so, this is one of those rare finds that I could have just used as is. I stripped the old finish off the top, let it dry for a day and...
Elegant empire buffet restyle by Jazmin at Antique to Chic by Jazmin_! Jazmin shares, "This empire buffet got a nice clean finish with General Finishes Antique White using my HomeRight finish max sprayer and the top restained with General Finishes Java Gel Stain on top and sealed with their High Performance Topcoat in a Flat finish. I antiqued it using the Annie Sloan dark soft wax. It got new wooden knobs that I also finished in the Java Gel Stain to match the top."
The very talented Brad at Timber and Soul_ shared this custom built side table! He says, "Just completed this rustic side table for my return clients, Nic and Kat, who by the way, were actually one of Timber & Soul's very first clients. _ This side table is part of a matching living room set I built for them... Photos of the coffee table soon to come. This piece was hand distressed and finished with a Java Gel Stain for a rustic look and feel." We love it!
Marcy of R Old House Vintage & More refinished this lovely end table using General Finishes Linen Milk Paint topped with Van Dyke Brown Glaze Effects. Java Gel Stain was applied to the top.
Jennifer at Buy Smart Now_ shared this sweet Java Gel Stain restyle! Jennifer shared, "Custom job for a client wanting to darken this table a few shades. I used General Finishes Java Gel Stain and applied 3 light coats to achieve this rich, beautiful finish."
Phenomenal table upcycle by Pish Posh Boutique_ using Java Gel Stain and Linen Milk Paint! "When this table came to us it was a sticky mess! Stripped, sanded and stained to nearly new perfection. Seats and table top done in General Finishes Java Gel Stain. Chairs and table legs painted in General Finishes Linen."
This cedar blanket box top was refinished with 2 coats of GF Java Gel Stain by Studio Paint_. Such a lovely rich color! Looks great!
This sweet dresser was refinished by Airdrie Furniture Revivalusing General Finishes Java Gel Stain. Mint Julep and Chivalry are the two paint colors used on this project.
This stunning table was made from scratch by From Evija with Love and stained with General Finishes Gel Stains. From Evija with Love says, "...Then came the star of the show – Java Gel Stain by General Finishes. This would really bring the table together. I used some frog tape to get the lovely crisp lines and stained the top as I went along. To achieve the lighter shades I used beeswax and General Finishes Gel Stain in American Oak. As the letters were slightly damaged when they were sanded...
Sometimes a furniture transformation doesn't need to include paint. Refinish with some gel stain and add new hardware, and be on your way with a classic look! - crimson + oak designs_ of Dallas, TX. This picture perfectly illustrates the power of GF Java Gel Stain!
Melinda at crimson + oak designs_ shared this darling drum table restyle in Java Gel Stain and ASCP! What a beauty - if you love this classic look as much as we do, you can recreate it with Snow White Milk Paint and Burnished Pearl Effects for the accents.
Isn't this Coastal Blue dresser to die for?! Keli at The Byrd's Nest_ restyled this custom piece with our Milk Paint and Java Gel Stain on top for a rich, warm finish. Keli shared, "This beauty is on its way to its new home! General Finishes you never disappoint... Gorgeous Coastal Blue distressed base with a beautiful Java stained top! This custom piece is going to a sweet little boy and he is sure to enjoy it for years to come!"
Ombre is the name of the game! Gorgeous restyle using Lamp Black Milk Paint and a gradient of Java and Prairie Wheat Gel Stains by Sharon at Heavenly Pieces-Vintage Furniture Redeemed_! Sharon shares, "Loved doing this custom makeover with graduating stains for Lisa! Part of her office makeover!"
Stunning transformation from Studio Paint_ of Fonthill, Ontario! The night tables were re-stained with General Finishes Java Gel Stain. All surfaces were in pristine condition so I started by preparing them for the Gel Stain. As recommended by the manufacturer I cleaned all the surfaces with a 1/2 water 1/2 denatured alcohol solution with an extra fine sanding sponge. I applied 3 coats of the Java to achieve this rich colour. After these surfaces were good and dry (I usually wait at least...
Marcy of R Old House Vintage & More_ shared this handsome refinished cabinet. It was painted with GF Coastal Blue and the top was stained with Java Gel Stain. Marcy says, " Has been in the family for over 70 years and was stained with motor oil on top. The gel stain helped blend the original top with stains. Amazing piece!"
We're crushing on this Mid Century credenza upcycle by Reeves at The Weathered Door_! She used a 50/50 mix of Java and Antique Walnut Gel Stains for the accents, then sealed the piece with High Performance Topcoat in Satin. We suggest our Seagull Gray Milk Paint on the drawers and Snow White Milk Paint on the base to recreate the subtle two-toned look! See the full transformation on The Weathered Door's awesome new site -
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General Finishes Java Gel saves another pieces of furniture! Thank you for your superior products. You so make my job easy over at Hello I Live Here_. - Linda Crandall
If you find furniture that has good bones at a great price, buy it! And then let me paint it. Just kidding. Well, not really :) Thanks to my most enthusiastic repeat client, Courtney, for having a vision for her table. We traded in the old tired stain for General Finishes Java and painted the base in Sherwin-Williams For Your Home Grays Harbor followed by a Burnt Umber Glaze. Smaller furniture pieces in your home can make a big impact on your decor so don't overlook their potential! - Bon Chic...
We're smitten by this tiger oak pedestal claw foot table restyled with Gray Gel Stain on top and Java Gel Stain on the base by Tina at Make It A Masterpiece_! What a gorgeous, modern combo!
Seriously stunning two-toned Drexel campaign end table upcycle by Colleen at 58 Water Street_! Colleen used Java Gel Stain to restore these beauties to their former glory, to recreate the look we suggest pairing it with Snow White Milk Paint and Burnished Pearl Effects for the brassy accents. See the full transformation here:
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The Weathered Pearl_ revamped this side table with General Finishes Patina Green Milk Paint, Java Gel Stain and High Performance Topcoat. Stacey of The Weathered Pearl says, "The paint gave me great coverage and I love the beautiful dark, rich color of Java for the top and light glazing."
Autumn is the perfect time to update the look of your kitchen! Kyle and Alisha Van Bavel opted for a modern, cozy style with Java Gel Stain, isn't it gorgeous?! The couple shared, "Before and after pictures of our kitchen. We used 2 coats Java Gel Stain and 2 coats Arm R Seal... We are super happy with the results!"
Bee's Knees says, "We are on our way to Carver Junk Company with this industrial-looking guy! Painted with Miss Mustard Seed's Milk Paint in Typewriter and stained with General Finishes Java Gel Stain. Features updated hardware and numbered drawers."
"I'm officially in love with this table! Can't say enough great things about your Java Gel Stain. It took this dated 1970's table from drab to fab, with very little work. Thanks for making such a great product!!!!" ~Heather at The Purple Chateau_ shared this sweet Java Gel Stain restyle! We absolutely love it!
Sarah Connerly shared this stunning table upcycle! She says, "I refinished this clawfoot table with Linen Milk Paint, Pitch Black Glaze, and Java Gel! It looks like a whole new table! Love your products!"
We're in love with this bohemian beauty by Julia at restored + restyled_! She updated this charming table with Patina Green Milk Paint and a custom mix of Java and Antique Walnut Gel Stains accented with a black glaze and light distressing. Julia gave us the sweetest shout out, and we just had to share! "I truly love General Finishes! They are so supportive of small businesses. They are quick to share projects, answer questions and make sure you are satisfied with their products... I work with...
I love General Finish Milk Paints. They are the greatest of all I've tried. I use them on a great deal of my projects and after distressing the project I go over it with the General Finish Gel Stain and rub it off for a great old distressed looking piece of furniture. This Is the Patina Green Milk Paint with Java Gel Stain rubbed over it. - Cyndi Smith
This oak dining set was done in a base coat of General Finishes Snow White Milk Paint, then topped with a custom mix of GF Buttermilk Yellow, Snow White, and Antique White Milk Paint. Lightly distressed and some of that wonderful General Finishes Java Gel Stain on the table top!! We finished it off with two coats of General Finishes High Performance Satin Topcoat. You can also pick up all of the General Finishes Paint, Gel Stain, and High Performance Top Coat at my shop in Hampstead, NC or just...
Loving this adorable table shared by Front Porch Pickin ' Vintage Emporium_. It was refinished by Lynn Robinson Cribbs with General Finishes Patina Green Milk Paint and Java Gel Stain.
KC's Drab to Fab Home Decor says, "We completed this beautiful piano transformation, and we love it!!!! Used General Finishes Java Gel Stain with General Finishes topcoat. Added glass crystal pulls, and an ornate wood accent in a faux finish. Also refinished the piano foot petals in a gold and trimmed the bench and some of the piano in gold. Did we say we loved this yet?"
Kristin from Dressers and Jujubes refinished this magnificent buffet using General Finishes Tuscan Red Milk Paint topped with a mix of Van Dyke Brown and Pitch Black Glaze Effects. The top drawers were stained in GF's Java Gel Stain, and High Performance Satin was applied to the entire piece. Beautiful work!
Metamorphosis- Transforming the look of Furniture says, "Our 1st client pool table refinished in General Finishes Java Gel Stain. It's like a brand new pool table and matches perfectly with their bar!"
This majestic buffet was refinished by Modern Vintage using General Finishes Java Gel Stain for the top and Antique White Milk Paint for the base. GF's Snow White Milk Paint and Van Dyke Brown Glaze Effects were used to highlight the piece.
"Can't beat this combo!" -Modern Vintage
This sweet cabinet was refinished by Off The Beaten Path using General Finishes Somerset Gold Milk Paint topped with Van Dyke Brown Glaze Effects and High Performance Top Coat. Java Gel Stain was used for the top!Â
Jess at Jess DiNuzzo Furniture Designs_ gave new life to a poor quality table by replacing the top and finishing it with a custom mix of Java and Antique Walnut Gel Stain to match the original finish. What a gorgeous transformation! This family now has a beautiful table that will last for years. Jess shares, "The table on the left is a 2 year old Ashley Furniture table top. After a short while of use, the finish started to scrape off! It was not real wood. The owner asked me to sand it down and...
