Shou Sugi Ban Oil

Woodworking enthusiasts are always seeking new techniques to expand their already-considerable skill sets, and one such technique that utilizes natural wood is shou sugi ban. A shooting star in interior design circles circa 2021, this Japanese wood preservation technique brings out the beauty of individual wood pieces and confers the practical benefits of resistance [...]

Painting the Inside of Your Converted Van or Camper

If you're really into road tripping, having a camper or van saves you lots of money on hotels and lets you enjoy the comforts of home while traveling cross-country. New motorhomes typically have high price points, however, making used options in good enough shape to renovate to your uses your best bet for affordable accommodations. [...]

Using Real Milk Paint Products On Chicken Coops

Building your own chicken coop complete with nesting boxes and a chicken run lets you care for birds easily in diverse settings. Whether you want to gain more self-sufficiency or simply desire fresh eggs on demand, a backyard henhouse offers the added benefit of fostering healthier eating habits, and if you have a garden, the [...]

Best Paint Colors for Small Bedrooms

When it's time to redo your interior design, choosing the right colors plays a big role in your satisfaction with the completed project. Smaller spaces make this selection process complex at times — if you go too light, the room looks bland, but if you go too dark, you run the risk of overwhelming other [...]

Properly Applying Tung Oil to Wood

A drying oil extracted from the seeds of the tung tree, pure tung oil by the Real Milk Paint Co. offers a water-resistant finish that doesn't yellow or go rancid with time. Tung oil, also known as Chinawood oil (derived from where the tung tree grove is located), is a favorite finish solution among hobbyists and woodworking enthusiasts due not only to its environmentally friendly formulation [...]

Painting Fabric with Real Milk Paint

Fans of upcycling garage sale or thrift store finds may discover lots of unique pieces on their digs. Things like ugly upholstery hues sometimes make the difference between a must-have and a hard pass. Oftentimes, the amount of fixes necessary to bring those furnishings back to some semblance of their original glory just aren’t worth [...]

How to Paint a Wood Fence

Painting a wooden fence helps preserve the wood and makes your home's exterior look more attractive. Whether the fence is new, faded by time or you just want to change the color, the Real Milk Paint Co. offers solutions for how to paint a wooden fence that include milk paints in a wide range of colors to suit most [...]

Painting a Log Cabin with Milk Paint

Log cabins make cozy alternatives to modern homes, providing a touch of nostalgia whether used as a vacation spot or full-time dwelling. To enjoy your log cabin fully, however, you want to keep it looking as near to authentic as possible. One way to do that is to use Real Milk Paint as your primary [...]

What Is a Wax Brush and How Do You Use It?

Having the right tools for the task at hand helps you breeze through even the toughest of jobs. Likewise, wax brushes from The Real Milk Paint Co. simplify the process of finishing painted projects with a smooth, even coat of our various waxing products. Perfect for applying everything from our Soapstone Sealer and  Carnauba Wax [...]

How to Finish Concrete Countertops

Photo thanks to @marcortorreal on Instagram Concrete countertops confer a variety of advantages to homeowners, including the ability to customize their look to suit personal tastes. You can create a minimalist look by using concrete alone or add other materials, such as ceramic, seashells or glass, to create a unique design with [...]