"Painted in General Finishes “Lamp Black” we left hints of raw wood exposed…new hardware tie it all in! Such a classic look for years to come!" - Happy Valley Restorations
"This is probably the tallest secretary desk I’ve seen! There is a lot to love about this piece like the beautiful glass doors and hidden compartments! I painted it in General Finishes Lamp Black then painted the hutch interior in a white color and stained the little drawers to make a nice little accent then sealed it all up in satin topcoat!" - NB.Restorations
"Lamp Black for the win again! The top was stained in Walnut Water Based Stain also by General Finishes. I decided to fill in some of the detail on a couple drawers and update the hardware" - Flipping Unbelievable
Armoire refinished in in a custom mix of...
"What a difference a little paint can make! I knew this was going to be an incredible makeover. This secretary had such beautiful bones and the colors my client chose were perfect to enhance the lines and turn this into a classy, glamorous statement piece. She chose General Finishes Lamp Black for the outside and a soft white for the inside - General Finishes Antique White and Buttermilk, and added Snow White to brighten it. All of the hard edges were distressed to frame the beautiful lines...
"Some of my clients do a better job at designing furniture than I could even imagine! This piece sat for years in my storage unit waiting for just the right home. My client saw it and then sent me a sketch of a mock up for refinishing this piece and I loved her ideas! This dresser is ready for it’s new home! Paint: Lamp Black by General Finishes Stain: Prairie Wheat Gel Stain by General Finishes" - Flipping Unbelievable
"This baby has been with Renee and her family for generations and had a run in at one point with some nail polish remover (see before photo)
After a good sanding, I painted it in General Finishes Lamp Black and stained the top and drawers in General Finishes Antique Walnut Gel Stain. The entire piece was lightly distressed and sealed." - Upcycling by Amy
"Just in time for Christmas morning, awakened from his slumber!!! Ebenezer is a Scrooge no longer!! His boring time with Marley and Marley are over! Like the ghost of Christmas present, I updated his look to last for time yet to come!!! Like a beautiful new winter cloak, I painted his body in the deepest Teal. To create his rich custom color I mixed General Finishes Westminster Green and Lamp Black. Much like his old miser ways, I sanded off his original stained legs. And found true beauty...
Vintage chest of drawers was treated to a makeover in...
Before & After with #GeneralFinishes Lamp Black Milk Paint
"Birchcraft by Baumritter…high quality one of a kind furniture at an amazing price point. I painted this in a neutral to go with any color scheme. I’m a huge fan of black (GF Lamp Black), and blonde wood." - Happy Valley Restorations
"Classic mid century dresser redesigned in General Finishes Lamp Black Milk Paint with drawers sanded to a gorgeous wood grain and sealed in GF Arm-R-Seal." - Just a Touch of Paint 2.0
Honey oak original to this more modern feel! We’ve finished this staircase in...
Custom color mixed with General Finishes Westminster green, Lamp Black and Queenstown Gray to create this deep, rich shade of green/blue.
Drawer fronts were sanded and whitewashed to keep the grain light and natural.
I gave it a boost with new hairpin feet.
Six lined drawers with black hardware to match the feet.
"My client didn’t even recognize his table at first when he saw a picture after it was refinished!
Painted table bases and stained tops for tables is my favorite color combination.
I painted the base in General Finishes Lamp Black and the top was stained in Whitewash Water Based Stain diluted with water for more of a subtle look. Everything was sealed with High Performance Topcoat in satin for durability." - Flipping Unbelievable
"Some of the most incredible furniture has come out of the early 20th century. Much like this petite solid mahogany Martha Washington sewing cabinet! Every detail was carefully and uniquely crafted from it’s sleek carved legs, to it’s teeny tiny glass knobs! What an absolute treat it was to work on! I updated this piece using General Finishes Milk Paint in Lamp Black, and then sealed it with Annie Sloan Dark Wax. Restored the legs using Howard’s Restore-A-Finish." - sincerely_katiek
"Vintage radio cabinet. It certainly has a “vibe”. It’s eclectic to say the least. A bit boho. A little industrial. Perhaps rustic farmhouse. Painted in Lamp Black by General Finishes. Rusted Patina details is by Dixie Belle Paint Company. Top is stained using Weathered Luxe Tones by The Chippy Barn interior has been decoupaged using a tissue from Re·design with Prima and exterior sealed with a Lemon Verbena Furniture Tonic by Wise Owl Paint." - REmade
"After staring at the lambs, I couldn’t stand it anymore and had to paint it. A custom mix of General Finishes Persimmon and Lamp Black and then I painted the handles gold even though they are wood, just for a pop of color. This piece is now ready to live its best life…in the workshop bathroom " - Flipping Unbelievable
"I will never get tired of the trust my clients have in me to bring their vision to life. With this dresser set, all that was requested was that they were black and I was given creative freedom to do my thing! And can we just talk about the original hardware for a second? I cannot get enough of Mid-Century Modern furniture. Paint: General Finishes Lamp Black. Center accents: Re Design with Prima Folk I transfer" - Fin + Finished
"Vintage MCM tallboy dresser. Custom mixed General Finishes Queenstown Gray and Lamp Black to achieve a deep, rich charcoal gray. Top drawers were sanded and stained. Original hardware!" - Elm Street Designs
"Creating custom colors are not my specialty but I am in love with how this color turned out! I used...
"WHEW!! This beauty really started as a beast (see the original "knobs"- can you see the bolts )
This piece was clearly handmade in someone's home to use in a workshop. It was dirty and makeshift when it came to me from Habitat for Humanity ReStore Racine. I sanded it down completely, painted inside each 54 drawers in General Finishes Lamp Black, stained each drawer and the new wooden surround in General Finishes Antique Walnut Gel Stain, each of the 54 drawers got a new antique brass knob...
"Who doesn’t love a good storage cabinet? This beautiful pine cabinet would be perfect for any space.
The door has been finished with linen fabric to give it a more modern, boho and breezy feel. Painted in a calming custom mix color to enhance the design of the door.
The top has been sealed for protection using a satin polyurathane. The body has been sealed for protection with wax for a buttery soft feel."
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•Paint - Custom mix of General Finishes Basil, Lamp Black...
"Vintage sewing machine painted in General Finishes Lamp Black Milk Paint with a custom butcher block top. Sealed with General Finishes Gel Topcoat." - Blue & White Living Home Decor
"You can never go wrong with classic black!
You also can’t go wrong when it comes to this apothecary style! Paint color: Lamp Black by General Finishes" - Flipping Unbelievable
Have you ever tried painting fabric? The process is very different than painting furniture but I'm so pleased with the results!
When I found this $20 chair at the Habitat for Humanity Restore I walked past, admiring it, multiple times and even sitting down to test it out before I decided I couldn't leave without it.
Products used:
Fabric - General Finishes Lamp Black milk paint (mixed with water & fabric softener to achieve a cake batter consistency)
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"I painted this pretty little thing for a repeat client. I used General Finishes Milk Paint in Lamp Black " - Deer Run Vintage Company
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"Who else loves a classic black buffet?!?
This is such a nice well made piece! It features a solid wood construction, bow front drawers, and a cabinet on each side! Perfect storage piece for any room!! I painted this beauty in my favorite General Finishes Lamp Black Milk Paint and sprayed in satin topcoat for protection!" - NB.Restorations
"The Dace Cabinet.
Dace has been refreshed in General Finishes Lamp Black with a slight edge distress and a satin finish. Inside we used a semi-gloss Benjamin Moore White for ease in wiping and cleaning. Three adjustable glass shelves give this cabinet the ability to transform from your display collection of trinkets, to a wine bar or even bathroom towel storage. Place in a salon or business for small product display. Brushed brass bar pulls for a touch of style that will never just be '...
" Cedar Chest Painted in Lamp Black and High Performance Topcoat Satin." - Weathered Edge Furniture, LLC.
"Custom cabinet in Lamp Black, bright white inside, wallpaper and Espresso stained shelves." - Restored By Jillian
"Farmhouse inspired rustic buffet refinished in Lamp Black Milk Paint by General Finishes. Distressed to show Snow White undertone and accented with dark wax for an aged rustic inspired look." - Blue & White Living Home Decor
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"Transformed this spiral staircase from it’s original state to a more modern look that really POPS! Finished in...
Love this spooky desk in GF Lamp Black
"These beautiful Bombay Chests are headed home. We used General Finishes Lamp Black with their High Performance Topcoat in Gloss to breathe new life into these pieces." - The Charming Home
"Meet “Dean” our mid century tallboy. Sleek, sophisticated and timeless! Painted in General Finishes Lamp Black. Love everything about this piece!" - Happy Valley Restorations
"This handsome dude “Issac” is a beautiful vintage yet modern china cabinet. Painted in General Finishes Lamp Black. We added new mid century knobs to the cabinet doors to really make them stand out. This piece is amazing!" - Happy Valley Restorations
"I asked the client what they wanted. She said, "Black....and just do your thing". I love when they say that!
So, this beautiful, mahogany gal is all dressed out in black, but with some sliming stripes, and some raised design on the drawers and doors. These stunning silver pulls add the perfect finish to the look." - Designs by Dee
"This mid century desk was in desperate need of some updates. Now it looks good as new. This was painted in my favorite black, General Finishes Lamp Black. The top was sanded down and stained a nice, rich walnut color to compliment the black." - Weathered & Woven
First time trying a black wash on a piece and I’m obsessed! It’s definitely one of my favorite looks. On this antique dresser, I love seeing the wood tones peek through.
Washed in G...
“Black & Tan” They spoke, I listened: Good, quality bones were looking for a fresh look. This set possessed great curves and fine knob detailing; I knew General Finishes Lamp Black & Antique Brown Water-Based Stain would deliver." - Coat of Charms
"I just love round coffee tables! This one had seen better days; the old veneer needed to be removed and replaced and I chose this beautiful mahogany piece, stained in American Walnut Liquid Oil Based Stain, to match the decor in my customer's home. Being my first time replacing an entire veneer top, I was definitely intimidated but I learned so much along the way. The base of the table was painted my favorite black, General Finishes Lamp Black, and sealed for ultra durability." - Fin +...
"How cute is this little nugget I redid for a custom order? This is a family piece but had seen better days and had been stored in a basement not feeling the love.
After a good sanding, the base was painted in a custom mix of General Finishes Blue Moon and Lamp Black to custom match some wall art the customer had. The top has been stained in a custom mix of General Finishes Java and Antique Walnut Gel Stain. We sealed the whole piece, added new ceramic knobs and new wheels since one of the...
"After a good sanding and cleaning it was painted in General Finishes Lamp Black Milk Paint and the top was stained in General Finishes Java Gel Stain.
I used my classic #hardwaresoup to clean up the original hardware and top coated the entire piece. " - Upcycling by Amy
"Mid century dresser redesigned in General Finishes Lamp Black Milk Paint and natural Danish Oil. Top is sealed with GF Arm-R-Seal." - Just a Touch of Paint 2.0
"Bippity, boppity, boo. This solid wood Sumpter Cabinet Co. dresser was brought back from certain death, saved from being another piece, with so much potential, thrown into the landfill. My husband doubted me on this one, and not because he didn't have faith in me but because this piece was NASTY; held together in various places with more screws than I wanted to count, the base had been ripped off, and there were deep scratches in the top as if some animal clung to it for dear life. The saddest...
"This shipped in from Southern Illinois. Circa Early 1900's. Original to the Knox County Indiana Courthouse. The base was custom welded for the addition of a steel frame to structurally prepare for its 4 industrial iron feet. After grinding all rust and imperfections, degreasing and priming, the entire piece was finished in General Finishes Lamp Black.
It's gorgeous original solid brass hardware was polished and because all hardware is permanently riveted and not removable, each drawer was...
"MCM dresser in my favorite combo! Refinished in General Finishes Lamp Black. Mahogany drawers stained in kona and sealed (Minor blemishes due to the age of the piece) Original hardware updated in black. Gave it a boost with some new black metal feet." - Elm Street Designs
"These fantastic matching black nightstands are painted in General Finishes Lamp Black, distressed and coated in poly, then adorned with their original hardware." - Soleil Furnishings
