RMP Finishes Blog
Welcome to the blog! Here you will find lots of inspiration, information, and helpful tips & tricks to use on your next project. Browse all wood finishing blog articles below!
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 wooden instruments? This comprehensive guide [...]
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 platters and rectangular trays [...]
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. Yes, we’re talking about the [...]
Properly Applying Tung Oil to Wood
A drying oil extracted from the seeds of the tung tree, pure tung oil by RMP Finishes (formerly the Real Milk Paint Co.) offers a water-resistant finish that doesn't yellow or go rancid with time. [...]
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 bonded with a melamine, thermofoil [...]
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 market. Though classic latex [...]
Tips For Painting in Cold Weather
Painting in cold weather can often lead to unsatisfying results, so it's important to understand the downsides. For example, painting at temperatures below 50°F can lead to surfaces drying improperly, sometimes with a cracking paint [...]
What is Liming Wax and When Should You Use It?
Liming wax, a transformative tool for wood refinishing, adds a whitewashed aesthetic and shine to furniture. Perfect for DIYers and woodworking professionals, it's a technique ideally used when you aim for a vintage or distressed [...]
Choosing the Best Paint for High-Traffic Areas in Your Home
Busy households need a more durable paint product that stands up to frequent use without compromising its appearance. Choosing the perfect paint for high traffic areas can be challenging, given the vast range of [...]
The Importance of Proper Surface Preparation for Painting
Proper surface preparation and proper prep work are often underestimated aspects of the painting process. Much like an artist preparing their canvas, preparing the surface adequately ensures a smoother application of paint, lessens the [...]
How to Remove Paint From Plastic
Plastic surfaces can be tricky to clean when you get paint on them, so knowing how to remove paint from plastic helps you better maintain your space during DIY remodeling projects. Fortunately, plastic surfaces [...]
Interior vs Exterior Paint – Learn The Differences
The difference between interior vs exterior paint is in the formulation. Interior paints need to be durable and scrubbable for easy cleaning within your home. In contrast, exterior paints need weather resistance and protection [...]