Answer
Sep 08, 2025 - 02:25 PM
To create a white base with a faint blue satin finish using General Finishes, mix a white tint base with a blue milk paint in a very small ratio, like 10 parts white to 1 part blue, and apply two coats. Because General Finishes' Milk Paint is known for its durability and built-in topcoat, it is an excellent option for furniture without the need for a separate topcoat.
Steps to create your custom color:
1. Gather your materials:
You'll need General Finishes Snow White Milk Paint and a blue milk paint color of your choice, such as General Finishes Persian Blue.
2. Prepare your workspace:
Make sure you have a well-ventilated area and cover any surfaces you don't want to paint.
3. Mix your custom color:
In a clean container, add a small amount of the blue milk paint and a significantly larger amount of the white milk paint. A good starting ratio to get a faint blue would be approximately 10 parts white to 1 part blue. For example, 10 ounces of white to 1 ounce of blue.
4. Stir thoroughly:
Mix the paints until they are completely uniform and you have achieved your desired faint blue color.
5. Test your color:
Before painting your furniture, apply a small amount of the mixed paint to a scrap piece of wood to ensure the color is to your liking and has the faint blue hue you want.
6. Paint your furniture:
Apply two coats of your custom mixed paint. Allow 2-4 hours of drying time between coats. You can use a foam brush, acrylic bristle brush, or sprayer to apply the paint.
7. Allow to cure:
Let the piece cure completely before heavy use, which can take up to 21 days.
Why this works:
Satin Finish:
.
General Finishes Milk Paint has a built-in satin finish, which provides a smooth, water-resistant surface suitable for furniture and busy areas without the need for a separate topcoat.
Custom Color:
.
By starting with a white base and adding a small amount of blue, you achieve a subtle, light blue color instead of a deep blue.
Steps to create your custom color:
1. Gather your materials:
You'll need General Finishes Snow White Milk Paint and a blue milk paint color of your choice, such as General Finishes Persian Blue.
2. Prepare your workspace:
Make sure you have a well-ventilated area and cover any surfaces you don't want to paint.
3. Mix your custom color:
In a clean container, add a small amount of the blue milk paint and a significantly larger amount of the white milk paint. A good starting ratio to get a faint blue would be approximately 10 parts white to 1 part blue. For example, 10 ounces of white to 1 ounce of blue.
4. Stir thoroughly:
Mix the paints until they are completely uniform and you have achieved your desired faint blue color.
5. Test your color:
Before painting your furniture, apply a small amount of the mixed paint to a scrap piece of wood to ensure the color is to your liking and has the faint blue hue you want.
6. Paint your furniture:
Apply two coats of your custom mixed paint. Allow 2-4 hours of drying time between coats. You can use a foam brush, acrylic bristle brush, or sprayer to apply the paint.
7. Allow to cure:
Let the piece cure completely before heavy use, which can take up to 21 days.
Why this works:
Satin Finish:
.
General Finishes Milk Paint has a built-in satin finish, which provides a smooth, water-resistant surface suitable for furniture and busy areas without the need for a separate topcoat.
Custom Color:
.
By starting with a white base and adding a small amount of blue, you achieve a subtle, light blue color instead of a deep blue.
