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Mineral Oil vs Pure Tung Oil: The Ultimate Guide
We get a ton of questions from customers trying to understand the differences between mineral oil and pure tung oil, so we've created a post to answer them all. Whether you're looking for a quick [...]
How to Pickle Wood With Milk Paint
If someone suggests an afternoon of pickling, those unfamiliar with DIY terminology might reasonably assume they should gather up a bushel of cucumbers and some vinegar and get to work. While that sounds tasty, in [...]
Easy-to-Make DIY Chalkboard
Chalkboard crafts are seemingly everywhere these days, and there’s a good reason why: They’re fun! Adding an interactive element to your home is a great way to entertain the kids, but it’s also functional. Whether [...]
The Best Child-Safe Paints and Oils for Wooden Toys
Kids are known for exploring their world using their mouths rather than their hands, and parents often find themselves concerned about safety. It’s easy to identify any loose parts or obvious choking hazards, but knowing [...]
Spring Outdoor Furniture Care Guide
The air is warmer, you haven’t put on your winter coat in weeks and the birds are chirping up a storm — spring must be just around the corner. The shifting weather means it’s time [...]
Eco Industrial House Dinning Room Table
Its been a long time coming, but we have started the EI House build starting with the dining room table. The goal was to create an epic centerpiece that would showcase what is capable with [...]
DIY Rustic Pallet Heart Project for Valentine’s Day
Flowers are nice and chocolates are sweet (pun intended), but few things are as sentimental and appreciated as a handmade gift. This Valentine’s Day, surprise someone you love with a DIY present that’s as good [...]
Old Tool Maintenance with Soapstone Sealer & Wood Wax + Hemp Oil
Tools are often viewed as utilitarian items, prized for what they can do for you rather than how they look. It’s true that the condition of your rake or spade matters more in a practical [...]
Fan Inspirited Root Cellar Project
Have you ever wondered how to build a root cellar of your own? One of our Real Milk Paint fans had the idea to create their own underground, food, and wine storage cellar. They wanted [...]
Blue Spruce: November’s Color of the Month | Real Milk Paint
November Color of the Month: Blue Spruce It’s November, and we’re honoring the great outdoors — and infusing our workbench and website with a creative nod to Christmas trees — by choosing Blue Spruce [...]
How to Fix Sticky Drawers with Clear Carnauba Wax
Vintage furniture finds are full of charm, but all that tradition and workmanship comes at a cost. Pre-plastic-era furniture uses wood-on-wood glider systems that can easily fall prey to the perils of age. Normal wear [...]
Why Choose Odorless Mineral Spirits over Citrus Solvent?
When you’re looking for a safer, more environmentally friendly alternative to cheap paint thinners, Real Milk Paint offers two fantastic options: Odorless Mineral Spirits and Citrus Solvent. You may be familiar with both or just [...]
Step by Step Guide to Primitive Furniture and Home Decor
Real Milk Paint’s Guide to Primitive Furniture & Home Décor Upcycling has become a big trend and popular hobby, especially for furniture lovers. People are combing garage sales hoping to stumble across something exciting, and [...]
Sage Grey: October’s Color of the Month | Real Milk Paint
October Color of the Month: Sage Grey We’re now well into autumn, and that means shifting our creative brainstorming to warmer palettes and neutral colors that make us feel cozy. Natural, earthy tones and the [...]
Milk Paint as a Natural Fertilizer
One of the biggest hurdles for would-be DIYers is the mess factor. Paint tends to get everywhere. No matter how well you drape, tape and otherwise prepare your surroundings, you’re often left with splatters and [...]