In the NewsGOT MILK PAINT? Dwayne Siever of Real Milk Paint ® does, and in 13 traditional colors. Siever states: "Most people have never heard of milk paint." In spite of this fact it has been in use for hundreds of years. Milk paint has been largely forgotten in this age of latex and acrylics. Milk paint was traditionally made from raw materials of curtled milk, lime and pigments. The environmentally safe, non-toxic qualities are just a few of the features Real Milk Paint has to offer. Does milk paint have an odor? Won't it wash off when it gets wet? Real Milk Paint is virtually odorless during application and while it dries. Milk Paint continues to get tougher as it cures, it is so tough modern strippers cannot remove it. Milk paint has a very dry, flat look while to colors have a bright, earthy quality that is unmatched by modern paint. Milk paint is so safe, you can dispose of unused portion product on your garden without harm. Real Milk Paint's 13 trational colors were developed from over 15 years experience observing and restoring fine antique furniture, a business which Mr. Siever is still is involved. Siever said, "We are most excited about our newest color, 'salmon'. This color was used on the interiors of cupboards as well as for painted decoration." Real Milk Paint is available through a nationwide network of distributors, which include museums, gift shops and antique shops. The company does have a web site listing all the distributors, but will sell direct if a distributor is not available in your area. Siever stated: "We are always looking for ways to improve our customer service, as well as our distributor relations. Any kind of imput is welcome by phone or e-mail." Dwayne Siever prides himself in the success of Real Milk Paint's formula. "We have not had one bag of Real Milk Paint returned because of dissatisfaction." The company web site provides a tremendous amount of information from a frequently asked questions page to a customer photo gallery, as well as a brief history of milk paint. For further information and a view of color selections, please visit www.realmilkpaint.com, e-mail dosiever@realmilkpaint.com or call 215-538-3886. |
