Real Milk Paint Co. Blog

Our team at RealMilkPaint.com understands that staining wood isn't always the easiest thing. We know how unforgiving a stain job becomes after sanding, application, and finishing – but fortunately, following these three simple steps will [...]

With its storied history as material for ship hulls and exterior siding, shiplap boards have come a long way to the interior of farmhouse, country and even modern homes. Shiplap walls, kitchen islands and fireplaces lend [...]

Modern furniture restoration projects work best when they use high-quality products focusing on sustainability and health consciousness. That focus has turned many discerning artisan and DIY woodworkers to the Real Milk Paint Co. in recent [...]

Wood garden tools help you get hard work done, whether you're growing vegetables or tending to your landscaping. Many wood-handled tools come with varnish applied, which tends to dry the grip out over time and [...]

Mastering the fine art of finishing wood fibers helps woodworking enthusiasts showcase the grain's natural beauty and enhance the furniture's longevity. Even the most skilled craftspeople can run into common wood finishing problems that mar [...]

Waxing wood surfaces brings out the beauty in the wood grain, and a thin coat enhances the surface and lends extra protection against abrasive dust and damaging moisture. When you reapply wood wax sealer, it [...]

Whether you're looking to transform your basement into a chic space that expands your living area or leave it almost bare bones for a workshop, painting exposed basement ceilings and drop ceilings adds flair to [...]

Wood furniture imbues living spaces with a warm, welcoming atmosphere, owing to the natural richness of its finish. Wood surfaces with stains, however, can make their owners cringe every time they pass by — so [...]

Hempcrete offers sustainable solutions when you’re looking for building options with excellent insulation and low environmental impact. As more people flock to construction materials, prioritizing aesthetics and eco-friendliness, hempcrete seems poised for a breakthrough in [...]

With sustainable construction, the name of the game for today’s eco-conscious builders, hempcrete remains an attractive choice for those who want environmentally friendly materials with top-notch aesthetic results. Adding color to hempcrete, however, often proves [...]

Real Milk Paint helps you transform plain wood into vibrant furnishings in a highly satisfying way, and this medium works well indoors and out for added convenience. If you want to use pieces with painted [...]