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Discontinued by the manufacturer; available while supplies last.
General Finishes has discontinued Halcyon Blue, and this quart is part of our remaining stock. One can covers 100 to 125 sq ft per coat, about 50 to 62 sq ft with two coats: a dresser, a pair of nightstands or several cabinet doors, depending on size. GF's opacity score for Halcyon Blue is 100.25, among the highest it published, so coverage over a sanded surface is strong. Since it won't be restocked, measure first and buy all you need.
Buy one can, no case minimum. Free shipping at $35, no code needed (lower 48 + DC). 30-day returns on unused, unopened items; opened paint can't be returned. Orders usually ship in 2 to 4 business days, and standard delivery takes 3 to 7 business days after that. See our shipping policy and refund policy.
Flat, low-luster finish (10 to 15). Touch dry in 30+ minutes, recoat in 2+ hours, cured in 21 days at 70 F and 50% humidity. VOC under 50 g/L. Thin with distilled water, starting at 5%.
Smaller amount? Halcyon Blue pint.
For a discontinued color, storage matters. GF says to open lids with a paint can opener rather than a screwdriver, pour out only what you'll use, keep the lid closed while working, and wipe the rim clean before sealing so the can closes fully.
| Type | Water-based acrylic paint, interior/exterior |
|---|---|
| Sheen | Flat, low luster (10 to 15) |
| Size | 1 quart |
| Coverage | 100 to 125 sq ft per quart per coat (GF product page) |
| Dry time at 70 F, 50% humidity | Touch 30 minutes; recoat 2 hours; cure 21 days |
| VOC | Under 50 g/L |
| Apply with | Synthetic bristle brush, short nap or foam roller, or HVLP spray (1.8 to 2.0 mm) |
| Thin with | Water, GF Extender or GF Accelerator |
| Clean up | Soap and water for hands; GF Brush & Gun Cleaner for equipment |
| Manufacturer part # | QHB |
How much area does a Halcyon Blue quart cover? GF lists 100 to 125 sq ft per coat for a quart, which works out to about 50 to 62 sq ft at two coats.
How well does Halcyon Blue hide? It scored 100.25 in GF's contrast ratio test on a sealed board with an 8 mil draw. GF says paints made with more titanium dioxide hide better; Halcyon Blue's safety data lists titanium dioxide.
Does Halcyon Blue need a topcoat? No. GF Milk Paint is self-sealing. GF cautions that water-based topcoats over white and light Milk Paint colors may yellow, so test first if you plan to seal it.
Can I return it? Yes. We offer 30-day returns on unused, unopened items. Opened paint can't be returned.
How fast does it ship? Orders usually ship in 2 to 4 business days, and standard delivery takes 3 to 7 business days after that. Shipping is free on orders of $35 or more (lower 48 + DC).
Halcyon Blue facts above come from the General Finishes Milk Paint page and the GF Milk Paint FAQ. Other Halcyon Blue sizes and every other color are in our General Finishes Milk Paint collection.
Data sheets: Milk Paint technical data sheet (March 2020); Halcyon Blue safety data sheet.
General Finishes Milk Paint Halcyon Blue color chipDocuments are published by General Finishes. Always follow the label and SDS.
Free standard shipping on orders $35+ to the lower 48 states and DC.
30-day returns on unused, unopened items. Contact us within 30 days of delivery to start a return. Opened paint, aerosols, flammables, special orders and sale items can't be returned. Read the full refund policy.
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