Finishing Options
Paint it!
Milk paint is the standard paint for kid’s items and large pieces. The Real Milk Paint Company offers non-toxic paint made with natural ingredients. This paint gives a rustic finish to raw wood - usually wood grain is visible. All paint is mixed by hand in small batches and may appear slightly different than the swatches shown here due to variations in wood grain, paint pigment and screen settings. All milk paint is food contact safe, making it a great choice for kid’s toys and furniture! Please see the company’s website for more information: https://www.realmilkpaint.com/blog/tips/child-safe-paint-wooden-toys/
Spray paint and acrylic craft paint are used for engraved wood and small decor items. Colour options are not limited to the swatches shown here.
Stain it!
A great choice to give decor and furniture a little depth! The stain options shown are what I have readily available in my shop. If you are looking for something different, please let me know - I’m happy to expand my collection!
Please be aware that the resulting stain on a product may appear different than pictured here due to variations in wood grain, wood type and screen settings.
Don’t forget the top coat!
Top coats are added to most items. The standard finish varies between items depending on intended use. If you prefer a different top coat than an item’s standard, please let me know! Additional costs may apply as different top coats require different application techniques and labour times.
**Please Note: typically a satin or semi-gloss finish is used. Comparable products may be used in place of what is shown below due to supply issues.
Half & Half Oil
A food contact safe finish that penetrates wood and has water repellant properties. This is the go-to choice for children’s toys and some furniture.
This oil has a 3-4 week cure time, but BONUS…it will smell like oranges until it is fully cured!
Please see here for more information: https://www.realmilkpaint.com/shop/oils/half-and-half/
Water Based Top Coat
Recommended on light coloured paints and stains - the only non-yellowing finish of the bunch!
It requires many thin, carefully applicated coats to get a smooth finish.
Please see here for more information: https://generalfinishes.com/wood-finishes-retail/water-based-topcoats-and-sanding-sealer/high-performance-polyurethane-water
Oil-Based Polyurethane
The durability and quick drying time of this product makes it a great choice for interior furniture!
Please see here for more information: https://www.minwax.com/en/products/protective-finishes/fast-drying-polyurethane
Penetrating Outdoor Oil
If your product will be hit by the elements, this is the product for you! This will yellow slightly over light wood stains. All exterior products require maintenance and need to be refinished every 2-3 years.
Please see here for more information: https://generalfinishes.com/wood-finishes-professional/exterior-topcoats-stains-oils/outdoor-oil