Milk Paint2025-03-05T13:42:28-06:00

Real Milk Paint®

Nontoxic, powder-based paint to bring color to your world – naturally.

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VOC Free

VOC Free

Contains no VOCs (volatile organic compounds) or harmful chemicals, so it is a safe choice for painting furniture, walls, and cabinetry.

Natural

Natural

An all-natural paint made from milk protein (casein), lime, clay, and natural pigments.

Kid Safe

Kid Safe

This non-toxic, VOC-free, lead-free, and hypoallergenic paint is ideal for kids’ rooms, furniture, and toys.

What is milk paint?

Milk paint is a blend of powdered ingredients that get mixed with water before application, which gives it multiple sustainability-focused advantages. As a powder, it is not as heavy as traditional paints, reducing the weight during shipping to decrease the carbon footprint. Also, because it is a powder, it does not need any mildewcides or biocides to keep it fresh on the shelf. Speaking of shelves, the ability for long-term storage of Real Milk Paint saves paint waste – and your wallet!

One of the unique characteristics of milk paint is its ability to be manipulated to create different end looks, like an authentically aged or chippy look, making it a favorite among DIYers, and furniture flippers. Milk paint also provides a full cover, flat, yet vibrant hue for woodworkers and those who appreciate vintage or farmhouse-style aesthetics. Additionally, it’s biodegradable and environmentally friendly, making it a sustainable option for home projects. With its historical roots and modern appeal, milk paint offers a durable, versatile, and safe alternative to traditional paints. For a more in-depth explanation of all the unique aspects and benefits of milk paint, visit our blog post to learn more.

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Frequently Asked Questions

It’s made from a combination of milk protein (casein), lime, and pigment. It’s all-natural and non-toxic, which makes it appealing to people who are looking for an eco-friendly paint option.

Yes, it is surprisingly durable once it’s properly applied and sealed. However, it does require a bit more prep work and maintenance than some other paints, especially for high-traffic surfaces. You’ll want to seal it with wax, drying oil, polyurethane, or other topcoat to protect the finish.

Not always! It often sticks well to porous surfaces like wood, but if you’re painting a more slick or glossy surface, you may want to use a bonding agent to help it adhere better.

Our product typically comes in a powdered form that you mix with water to create the desired consistency. You can adjust the thickness by adding more water for a thinner, more translucent finish, or less for a thicker, more opaque look. We recommends a 1 to 1 ratio.

It works great on wood, but it can also be applied to concrete, plaster, or even brick—though prep work and sometimes a bonding agent may be necessary depending on the surface.

Since it’s made from natural, non-toxic ingredients, it’s generally considered safe for kids’ furniture or toys once it’s fully cured. However, you should always check if the specific brand you’re using is labeled as non-toxic after drying, especially if it’s going to be in contact with children. Real Milk Paint has been tested and meets the CPSC standards for Kids Safe Paint.

Getting a smooth finish is feasible, but can take a little practice. How you prepare your surface is paramount. It’s best to use a high-quality brush or even a sprayer, and apply thin, even coats. Light sanding between coats can help you achieve a smoother surface.

It’s known for its chippy finish when applied over old paint or furniture that has been sanded lightly. This can be a desired effect for a rustic, vintage look. However, achieving a uniform finish is the normal expectation. Applying over a compatible material or properly preparing your surface will prevent any chipping or cracking.

Yes, you can mix different colors to create custom shades. Since it’s made from natural pigments, mixing colors can create some beautiful, unique tones. Blend the colors together dry for best results.

It dries relatively quickly—typically in about 30 minutes to an hour, but it’s best to wait at least 2-3 hours before applying a second coat to ensure proper curing.

Yes, it can be used on walls with a few caveats. First, it’s important to know that milk paint is unlike any other paint. Its natural formula means the color may be slightly different and variegated across a large surface. Also, if your wall is already painted with latex, acrylic, or the like, you’ll need to use a primer. Lastly, milk paint is not a plastic coating, so it will hold onto stains from liquids that make their way onto the wall.

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Sample Bundles

Not sure which colors is right for you? Try our sample bundles to find the perfect paint!

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Find Your Next Favorite Color

Real Milk Paint - Soft White

Soft White

Real Milk Paint - Stoneware

Stoneware

Real Milk Paint - Pearl

Pearl

Real Milk Paint - Parchment

Parchment

Real Milk Paint - Honeysuckle

Honeysuckle

Whites

Real Milk Paint - Stoneware

Stoneware

Real Milk Paint - Parchment

Parchment

Real Milk Paint - Pearl

Pearl

Real Milk Paint - Riverstone

Riverstone

Real Milk Paint - Oyster Grey

Oyster Grey

Real Milk Paint - Sage Grey

Sage Grey

Real Milk Paint - Stillwater

Stillwater Cove Grey

Real Milk Paint - French Gray

French Gray

Grays

Real Milk Paint - Black Iron

Black Iron

Real Milk Paint - Arabian Night

Arabian Night

Blacks

Real Milk Paint - Cheesecake

Cheesecake

Real Milk Paint - French Toast

French Toast

Beiges

Real Milk Paint - French Toast

French Toast

Real Milk Paint - Mocha

Mocha

Real Milk Paint - Boardwalk

Boardwalk

Real Milk Paint - Warm Ash

Warm Ash

Real Milk Paint - Cocoa

Cocoa

Browns

Real Milk Paint - Navy Blue

Navy Blue

Real Milk Paint - Deep Sapphire

Deep Sapphire

Real Milk Paint - Lakeview Blue

Lakeview Blue

Real Milk Paint - Blue Lagoon

Blue Lagoon

Real Milk Paint - Faded Denim

Faded Denim

Real Milk Paint - Sky Blue

Sky Blue

Real Milk Paint - Stone Blue

Stone Blue

Real Milk Paint - French Gray

French Gray

Real Milk Paint - Beachglass

Beachglass

Real Milk Paint - Caribbean Blue

Caribbean Blue

Real Milk Paint - Aqua

Aqua

Real Milk Paint - Spearmint

Spearmint

Real Milk Paint - Tropical Jade

Tropical Jade

Dragonfly

Dragonfly

Real Milk Paint - Peacock

Peacock

Real Milk Paint - Blue Spruce

Blue Spruce

Blues

Real Milk Paint - Lily Pad

Lily Pad

Real Milk Paint - Sage Grey

Sage Grey

Real Milk Paint - Aqua

Aqua

Real Milk Paint - Spearmint

Spearmint

Real Milk Paint - Peacock

Peacock

Real Milk Paint - Blue Spruce

Blue Spruce

Real Milk Paint - Earth Green

Earth Green

Real Milk Paint - Granny Smith Green

Granny Smith Green

Real Milk Paint - Willow

Willow

Real Milk Paint - Tree Bark

Tree Bark

Greens

Real Milk Paint - Redstone

Redstone

Real Milk Paint - Barn Red

Barn Red

Real Milk Paint - Terra Cotta

Terra Cotta

Real Milk Paint - Paprika

Paprika

Real Milk Paint - Flag Red

Flag Red

Real Milk Paint - Betsy Ross Red

Betsy Ross Red

Reds

Real Milk Paint - Fresh Lemon

Fresh Lemon

Real Milk Paint - Cheesecake

Cheesecake

Real Milk Paint - Honeysuckle

Honeysuckle

Real Milk Paint - Yellow Rose

Yellow Rose

Real Milk Paint - Sunflower

Sunflower

Real Milk Paint - Mustard

Mustard

Yellows

Real Milk Paint - Persimmon

Persimmon

Real Milk Paint - Dijon

Dijon

Real Milk Paint - Goldenrod

Goldenrod

Real Milk Paint - Pecan

Pecan

Real Milk Paint - Pumpkin

Pumpkin

Oranges

Real Milk Paint - Plum

Plum

Real Milk Paint - Gypsy Pink

Gypsy Pink

Purples

Real Milk Paint - Sweetheart

Sweetheart

Real Milk Paint - Gypsy Pink

Gypsy Pink

Pinks

The proof is in the pudding…or Paint

Don’t just take our word for it – read Real Milk Paint reviews from thousands of satisfied customers!

 

Citrus vs Pine

As citrus peel oil has become more expensive, we wanted to give you a more practical alternative without sacrificing quality. That’s why we’ve introduced a version of our finish mixed with Pine Oil—it’s sustainably sourced, more readily available, and just as effective. The only difference is their source and smell.

We know how important it is to have natural, food contact-safe options you can trust, and this change ensures we can continue providing a high-quality finish at a more accessible price. Whether you stick with Citrus Solvent or try Pine Oil as your mix, you’re still getting the same reliable performance for your projects.

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CPSC Compliant

Real Milk Paint is a kid safe paint and we back that up by having our milk paint tested to be compliant and meet the requirements set by the CPSC (US Consumer Product Safety Commission). Real Milk Paint meets the requirements and is suitable to be used as a kid safe paint for children and baby products. Our milk paint is tested by an ISO-accredited US CPSC-accepted lab for the US Consumer Product Safety Commission’s requirements for ASTM F963-17 – Standard Consumer Safety Specification for Toy Safety Soluble Heavy Metals in Paints, Surface Coatings or Substrates & Total Lead Content in Paint and Surface Coatings. Both of which Real Milk Paint passes! Now you can rest easy knowing that the paint you use is safe for even the littlest of ones in your life. Read more about this topic by clicking here!

Click here to read the Formal Letter Of Compliance.

NOTE: All unlisted Real Milk Paint® colors are made with combinations of the ingredients in the above-tested colors. In the manufacturing of Real Milk Paint® colors not listed in this report, no other ingredients are added so you can rest assured that your project, no matter the color used, has integrity.

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