Eden Elyse Design Co. gave this accent table the full GF treatment with GF Stillwater Blue Chalk Style Paint, Pitch Black Glaze Effects and High Performance Topcoat. Love how the glaze accentuates those details!
**GF Chalk Style Paint has been discontinued. Replace Stillwater Blue with a custom mix of 2:1 Halcyon Blue Milk Paint, Queenstown Gray Milk Paint
We're falling for this fall-themed buffet! Second Chance Studio refinished this piece with General Finishes Somerset Gold Milk Paint and Van Dyke Brown Glaze Effects.
"Finally had the opportunity to use Pitch Black glaze. Driftwood and Pitch Black are perfect together." - Black Dog Painted Furniture
Absolutely stunning nightstand in General Finishes Holiday Red and Pitch Black Glaze Effect by Odds and Ends.
"What a transformation! Painted in General Finishes Lamp Black Milk Paint, glazed with Red Sienna Glaze Effects and sealed with High Performance Topcoat. Old World Map decoupaged to the top and sealed with 4 coats of General Finishes Exterior 450 Topcoat and buffed." - Vintage Sisters
"Just finished up this pretty lady tonight. She is a vintage style farmhouse dresser made of solid wood with dovetail drawers. Her base has been refinished in General Finishes Driftwood grey, then glazed with General Finishes Winter White and then top coated in GF High Performance Top Coat. The drawers are done in General Finishes Basil on the fronts, Driftwood on the inside and she has a pretty flower pattern to match her new knobs on the sides of each drawer. The fronts of the drawers have a...
Did you know that GF Gel Stain can be used as a Glaze? And that GF Glaze Effects can be used for inking? Lori of Woodcraft transformed this tired dresser by painting it a pretty turquoise and adding a glaze of GF Gray Gel Stain and accenting the details of the doors with Pitch Black Glaze Effects. Learn her technique at
https://www.woodcraft.com/blog_entries/peacock-pretty-paint-job
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"This may be one of my favorite pieces I have done. Top is Java (Gel Stain), bottom is Halcyon Blue, Seagull Gray & Van Dyke Brown Glaze." - Second Lives Second Chances
"Love the new look of this Mediterranean-style piece... Refinished in General Finishes Seagull Gray Milk Paint and glazed with Pitch Black Glaze Effects. The whole piece was then sealed with 3 coats of High Performance Topcoat in Satin and the top was given a final look with Black Poly in Satin. Simply gorgeous!" - Painted Paradise - Antiques, Vintage, and Repurposed Furniture
Junque With A Purpose gave this dresser a stunning makeover with GF Antique White Milk Paint and Pitch Black Glaze Effects. Sealed with High Performance Topcoat in Satin.
This handpainted seven-drawer dresser is so dreamy! Reinvintaged by Jo completed this piece with a lavender paint accented with GF Pitch Black Glaze Effects.
You can achieve this light purple also by mixing GF Snow White Milk Paint with a little bit of Royal Purple Milk Paint.
"My client and I were both jumping up and down in her kitchen with excitement because this gorgeous table turned out perfectly!... The base was wet-blended with General Finishes Milk Paint (Lamp Black & Driftwood) and artfully glazed with Van Dyke Brown Glaze Effects. The entire piece was sealed with HPTC Flat and the last two coats were GF Flat Out Flat for the ultimate matte look.
"For the top I used 4 different stains...Varathane sunbleached, Minwax weathered oak, Driftwood...
"Handpainted end tables with Modern Masters Inc. hammered metallic silver paint, custom General Finishes Pitch Black Glaze Effects, and furniture-grade glitter on the drawer fronts. Drawer sides stenciled with Royal Design Studio Stencils/Modello Designs stencil." - Reinvintaged by Jo
To achieve this light gray color you could also use GF Seagull Gray Milk Paint and add some sparkle with Argentine Pearl Effects
"This demilune console table is finished in a fabulous metallic finish. General Finishes Argentine Pearl Effects and Pitch Black Glaze Effects for the win!" - Roots & Wings Furniture
"Oh My Goodness!! This transformation was Grand but Oh So Worth It... ❤️ this Rustic Flare! Custom mixed Turquoise, using General Finishes Patina Green, Klein Blue and Somerset Yellow. Just the right amount of glaze accenting with Van Dyke Brown Glaze and light natural distressing....Just Awesome!" - Jubilance
"I've got a big ole crush on this washstand ❤️❤️. You can't go wrong with Brick Red and Van Dyke Brown Glaze by General Finishes. It is the perfect combination!" - Seitz Antiques & Collectibles
"This stunning Jacobean dining set is truly one of a kind! The table top has been refinished with General Finishes Dark Chocolate Milk Paint. The table legs and chairs were painted in Key West Blue Chalk Style Paint and accented with Van Dyke Brown Glaze Effects. The entire set was sealed with General Finishes High Performance Topcoat in Satin to provide years of durability." - BethAnn Gentile Rogers-Bird of Painted Peacock Creations
**General Finishes Chalk Style Paint has...
We adore this farmhouse buffet by Gravity Hill Furnishings, GF's August 2017 Retailer of the Month.
"The body was brush painted with the Basil Milk Paint and then slightly distressed. Van Dyke Brown Glaze Effects were also applied to really give it a farm house feel. The top was sanded to bare wood and stained with Java Gel Stain. The piece is sealed with HPTC Satin."
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"What a job this turned out to be! Love the final outcome though! The table top was refinished using General Finishes Java Gel Stain and the base and chairs were painted in GF Millstone Milk Paint and glazed with Van Dyke Brown Glaze Effects. The entire set was finished off with High Performance Satin. The chairs were recovered with some beautiful upholstery fabric from Fabric Bistro! Love the way this set turned out." - Painted Paradise - Antiques, Vintage, and Repurposed Furniture
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How sexy is this piece by Chalk It Up?! Accented with Winter White Glaze Effects.
The Distressed Gentleman completed this dresser with GF Somerset Gold Milk Paint with Van Dyke Brown Glaze Effects.
Learn how to properly glaze with General Finishes Glaze Effects at https://youtu.be/3jifX-ZCHDI.
Loving this charming coffee table by Boxwood & Brass. Spraying with General Finishes Empire Gray Chalk Style Paint using a Fuji Spray HVLP Q5 for a flawless finish. Top has also been glazed with GF Pitch Black Glaze Effects
Learn how to spray General Finishes Milk Paint by YouTube guru Tom Monahan at https://youtu.be/OVPZHYAicF4.
**General Finishes Chalk Style Paint has been discontinued. Replace with...
"Nobody puts Baby in the corner... Another custom piece hand-painted and distressed... General Finishes Van Dyke Brown Glaze Effects has been our go to glaze lately. Love this stuff!" - Finishing Touches Decorative Painting
Finishing Touches used Benjamoore Paint in Arcadia White. You can achieve this by also using General Finishes Snow White Milk Paint.
Who could ignore this lovely French Provincial dresser! The Distressed Gentleman finished this piece with GF Persian Blue Milk Paint, Van Dyke Brown Glaze Effects and High Performance Topcoat in Satin.
NOTE: Room lighting impacted the appearance of the Persian Blue Milk Paint color.
"This vintage 100+ year old paw foot table is complete and ready for delivery! The base of the table was painted in General Finishes Driftwood Milk Paint and topped with Pitch Black Glaze for contrast. This table is made of quartersawn oak. So to not lose the beautiful grain of the wood we opted for General Finishes Black Gel Stain for the top. The gel stain darkened the look to suit the clients color preferences while preserving that lovely tiger oak grain we love!" - Twig & Thyme Design...
We adore this bench refinish by Nap Time Creations! This solid oak storage bench was painted with General Finishes Driftwood Milk Paint, then white-washed with Winter White Glaze Effects. The seat was stained with Espresso Water Based Wood Stain.
"We love this take on antiqued and distressed Linen. This finish is usually synonymous with a vintage, traditional style but when paired with modern elements and furniture, it brings out a fresh, new aspect of the color's personality." - Reblessed, LLC
Reblessed, LLC used General Finishes Linen Milk Paint, Van Dyke Brown Glaze Effects and High Performance Topcoat in Satin to complete this project
"I spruced up this dresser with a custom mix of General Finishes Milk Paint, mixing Seagull Gray and Driftwood. I then used Winter White and Van Dyke Brown Glaze Effects, and finished with a flat topcoat." - Green Spruce Designs
"Absolutely in love how this piece turned out! We refinished it using General Finishes Driftwood Milk Paint and glazed it in both Pitch Black and Winter White. It really turned out stunning!" - Painted Paradise - Antiques, Vintage, and Repurposed Furniture
"Loving this little beauty! This secretary's legs were darkened using General Finishes Java Gel Stain, with a custom mix up top (Coral Crush, Queenstown (Milk Paint), Midnight Blue (Chalk Style Paint) glazed with Van Dyke Glaze Effects." - Flipping Fabulous
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"We had the opportunity to makeover this beautiful table and chairs set for a client that turned out absolutely gorgeous! This piece was refinished in General Finishes Antique White with Van Dyke Brown Glaze Effects and dark wax on the base of the table and chairs. We also did some distressing to really highlight the edges. The table top was done in Dark Chocolate Milk Paint and our wood graining tool to add a beautiful grain to the piece!" - Painted Paradise - Antiques, Vintage, and Repurposed...
"This kitchen hutch turned out so pretty! This piece was brought to us by a client and made over using General Finishes Bayberry Green Chalk Style Paint and glazed in Antique White Milk Paint and Van Dyke Brown Glaze Effects. The top was done in Java Gel Stain and sealed. Love what a little color does for a piece!" - Painted Paradise - Antiques, Vintage and Repurposed Furniture
**GF Chalk Style Paint has been discontinued. Replace with a custom mix of 3:1 Basil Milk Paint...
This piece is a real head turner in GF Copper Pearl Effects, Pitch Black Glaze Effects and Lamp Black Milk Paint.
"Wow!!! Even I was amazed to see this piece all done and through my camera, to see all the details that make this piece so special... This is a client owned piece, that belonged to her grandmother, with such a cool story behind its use over the years and how you could tell it's a beloved piece for her.I hold a lot of pride in that fact that they entrusted me to bring it back...
This adorable desk was refinished by Painted Paradise - Antiques, Vintage, and Repurposed Furniture. Painted with GF Persian Blue Milk Paint and accented with Pitch Black Glaze Effects!
"Ohh my! Can you say 'Rustic Charm'. This color combo has definitely stole my heart❤. General Finishes Millstone with Van Dyke Brown Glaze Effects. Combined with some natural distressing, this heavy amount of glaze really creates a decorative rustic finish for this rich neutral shade." - Jubilance
GF Persian Blue Milk Paint and Van Dyke Brown Glaze Effects are such a wonderful combo! Belle Maison used these two products for the body as well as Java Gel Stain for the top.
Loving all the details of this piece by The Distressed Gentleman. GF Linen Milk Paint and Van Dyke Brown Glaze Effects make an excellent combination.
"Very excited to finally post this piece and my new specialty finish I’m calling 'Knights Armor.' This Large Bombay Chest updates any bedroom or entry way with an elegant and classically aged style.
"Hand-painted using General Finishes Queenstown Gray Milk Paint as a base coat, with a secondary coat of Argentine Pearl, Pearl Effects; painted on and textured to give this unique look. Then layers of Bronze & Tawny Pearl Effects, applied to add to the depth.
"Finally a layer...
"This is the first time I've used General Finishes Black Glaze. I almost didn't, because I spilled half of the can.
But it worked out well." - The Paint Factory LLC
"Good evening from a sunny Ireland. I'd like to share with you my pine linen cabinet finished in Queenstown Gray Milk Paint and Winter White Glaze, highlighting the ornate detailing on the home made moulds. The interior has been lined with toile de jouy fine wrapping paper to give this piece a striking yet soft finish." - Revamped
2nd Place Winner - Smashing Shades of Gray - 2017 GF Design Challenge
"I've been looking for a line of products to use and promote exclusively in my furniture business so I gave GF a try! I love your products!!! This is Antique White Milk Paint with Van Dyke Brown Glaze Effects, Antique Walnut Gel Stain and a satin top coat!" - The Vintage Touch
Check out this stunning refinish by The Frayed Knot Antiques and Design! The base of the dresser was painted with GF Chalk Style Paint in Bone White with Van Dyke Brown Glaze Effects. The top was restained with Java Gel Stain. Sealed with High Performance Topcoat.
**GF Chalk Style Paint has been discontinued. Replace Bone White with a custom mix of 3:1 Antique White Milk Paint, Seagull Gray Milk Paint
Lovely fireplace mantle painted with Antique White Milk Paint and glazed with Van Dyke Brown Glaze Effects.
"Wanted to share a table I just did for a customer. She wanted a dark base and light painted top. I used all General Finishes products for this one. Java Gel and Gel Topcoat wipe on urethane for the base. The top is a base of Linen Milk Paint with a wash of Antique White and then glazed in Van Dyke Brown and sealed in High Performance top coat flat." - Home Sweet Vintage Painted Furniture
"My client wanted to glam up her coffee table and I couldn't have been more excited to help! What once was a sweet, but understated little table, is now a chic center of attention!" - Goebig & Go Home
This beauty was refinished with GF Antique White Milk Paint, Van Dyke Brown Glaze Effects and Flat Out Flat Topcoat.
Fantastic makeover with General Finishes Seagull Gray Milk Paint and Pitch Black Glaze Effects.
"Sofa tables are one of my all time favorite things to refinish. When I saw this table, with it's bun feet and curved legs, I knew I had to have it." - Boxwood & Brass
Check out how Iron Orchid Designs creates a vintage china look from paper plated with GF Limestone Chalk Style Paint and Van Dyke Brown Glaze Effects. Visit the link for a tutorial video on how to create this look.
This desk features a beautiful burled veneer top that has been completely refinished with General Finishes Water Base Dye Stains. It is a custom color mix consisting of Medium Brown Dye Stain with a touch of Dark Brown Dye Stain and sealed with Arm R Seal. The base of the desk was hand painted in a custom off white and then perfectly aged using General Finishes Van Dyke Brown Glaze.
"This desk went from bruised and beat up to bold and beautiful!... Wanted to go bold with the color and decided on General Finishes Persimmon to do just that. The desk was tastefully accented with General Finishes Van Dyke Brown Glaze, which seamlessly marries the modern color with the vintage origin of the piece. The top was sanded down to bare wood, stained with a custom mix of General Finishes Java and Nutmeg gel stains, and sealed with hemp oil to bring out the beautiful wood grain." -...
"I spruced up this dresser with General Finishes Driftwood Milk Paint, Winter White and Van Dyke Brown Glaze Effects, and GFHP Flat Top Coat, and some light distressing." - Green Spruce Designs
