How to Guide

CAUTION: Do NOT use any type of clear topcoat over white or light GF Milk

Paint Colors, as it may cause yellowing when used over wood substrates. GF

Milk Paint is a premium self-sealing finish and does not require a topcoat. If

you want a white paint with a higher sheen, use GF White Poly (spray

only) or GF Brushable White Enamel instead. Darker colors can be top-coated

if a higher sheen is desired.

General Finishes Milk Paint Application Steps

Substrate: Wood (See below for other substrates)

1. Watch product overview video here. 2:18 minutes.

2. Stir paint to reincorporate solids that have settled to the bottom of the

can before and throughout the application process.

3. Thin as desired with distilled water; start with 5%, adding up to 10% by

volume. Do not use flowing agents such as Floetrol. This paint already

contains a flow agent and outside products may not be compatible.

4. Increase open time, if needed, with up to 5% General Finishes

Extender if allowed by local regulations. GF Extender will improve flow

and leveling and increase open time, which is helpful in dry

climates. California Residents: Adding more than 2% of GF

Extender will make the products non-compliant per SCAQMD

Regulations. GF assumes no liability for the improper use of these

products.

5. Apply as many coats as needed for desired coverage. 2-3 coats are

standard but additional coats may be required when using colors with

less "hide properties," such as bright reds, greens, yellows and whites.

• Hand application: Using a synthetic bristle brush, foam brush,

paint pad applicator or 3/8" nap microfiber roller such as Whizz

or AllPro brand, apply using smooth, even strokes.

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CAUTION: Do NOT use any type of clear topcoat over white or light GF Milk Paint Colors, as it may cause yellowing when used over wood substrates. GF Milk Paint is a premium self-sealing finish and does not require a topcoat. If you want a white paint with a higher sheen, use GF White Poly (spray only) or GF Brushable White Enamel instead. Darker colors can be top-coated if a higher sheen is desired. General Finishes Milk Paint Application Steps Substrate: Wood (See below for other substrates) 1.
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• Spray application: See video tutorial on spraying Milk Paint. Before spraying, strain paint through a medium-mesh filter. Spray wet films at 3-5-mil thickness. HVLP: 1.8mm-2.0mm spray tip, medium air cap. Verify tip sizes with your equipment supplier. See our general guide for spray tip sizes. Keep your gun at a 90° angle, 6-8" from the surface. On large, flat areas, use wet, even patterns 6-8" wide. For narrow surfaces, reduce the fan pattern to 2-3" wide to reduce overspray.
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9. Topcoat is not required but is recommended in certain situations. See "Step 4: Topcoat over Milk Paint" below. Cure Time Water-based finishes cure and harden for full use after 21 days in ideal conditions. Avoid placing heavy objects on surfaces that have not completely cured. Treat gently, and do not clean with commercial products during the curing period.