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!
Ultimate Guide On How to Paint Wood Stairs With Milk Paint
If you're looking for a way to breathe new life into your entryway or hallway, consider painting the stairs for your next project. Whether you have wooden stairs that are ready for a paint [...]
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 interior design circles circa 2021, [...]
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 protein, milk paint comes [...]
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 milk paint offers a range [...]
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 food-grade highly purified mineral [...]
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 [...]
