The Art of Shou Sugi Ban or Japanese Wood Burning
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 [...]
How to Care for Surfaces Painted with Milk Paint: Your Ultimate Guide
Whether you are a seasoned artist or a DIY enthusiast venturing into your first milk paint project, understanding the nuances of this natural pigment-rich paint is essential. Derived from milk [...]
How to Properly Store Your Unused Milk Paint: Step-by-Step Guide
In the world of decorative painting, the organic nature of milk paint has made it a favorite among painting contractors and DIY enthusiasts alike. Derived from milk protein, natural [...]
Is Mineral Oil Safe? Here’s Why You Shouldn’t Use It
When you're deciding on a finish for butcher blocks and cutting boards or furnishing wooden baby toys, mineral oil may end up on your list of potential candidates. Using even [...]
How to Choose Natural Finishes for Wooden Instruments
Wooden instruments have fascinated musicians and artisans for centuries, and their care is vital to preserving their unique characteristics and sound. But how do you choose natural finishes for [...]
Best Finishes for Wood Charcuterie Boards
With the popularity of charcuterie boards for both personal snacking and entertaining rising, more and more people are jumping on the meat and cheese snack train. From simple round oroval [...]
The Ultimate Guide to Making, Decorating, and Sealing a Noodle Board
Imagine transforming your kitchen with a unique and functional accessory that not only adds extra counter space but also serves as a beautiful stove top cover and cutting board. [...]
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 [...]
Painting Melamine Cabinets
Melamine and laminate offer an economical yet hard-wearing option for those who want the look of wood. Kitchen cabinets made from these materials typically have MDF or particle board backing [...]
Chalk Paint Vs Milk Paint – Which One Is Best?
When you're deciding on what types of paints may work best on your home decor or furniture projects, it's easy to get confused by all the paint products on the [...]