Queenstown Gray, 1 quart
Of all the Milk Paint colors on General Finishes' contrast ratio chart, Queenstown Gray scored highest, at 100.50. GF explains that neutral colors carry a good amount of titanium dioxide, which hides well and means fewer coats. This quart covers 100 to 125 sq ft per coat, enough for a vanity, a dresser or a few cabinet doors at two coats (about 50 to 62 sq ft). When the gray goes over a sealed or prefinished surface, GF recommends Enduro Deep Base primer underneath.
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.
Sizing the job
| Size |
Per coat (GF) |
Two coats |
| Quart (this can) |
100 to 125 sq ft |
about 50 to 62 sq ft |
| Queenstown Gray gallon |
400 to 500 sq ft |
about 200 to 250 sq ft |
Self-sealing, flat low luster. GF says darker colors can be top-coated for more sheen, for example with High Performance Satin quart.
Queenstown Gray's safety data sheet was revised 01-Dec-2023, and GF lists the line at under 50 g/L VOC. GF thins it with distilled water, starting at 5% and stopping at 10%, and recommends against Floetrol. Spray with HVLP using a 1.8 to 2.0 mm tip.
Specs
| 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 # |
QQG |
Questions
Which General Finishes Milk Paint covers best? On GF's contrast ratio chart, Queenstown Gray scored highest at 100.50.
Do I need a primer for Queenstown Gray over a finished piece? GF suggests Enduro Deep Base primer under darker colors such as Queenstown Gray when they go over sealed surfaces, to improve coverage.
Quart or gallon? A quart covers 100 to 125 sq ft per coat and a gallon 400 to 500, by GF's numbers. For kitchen cabinets or several doors, the gallon is usually the better fit.
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).
Queenstown Gray facts above come from the General Finishes Milk Paint page and the GF Milk Paint FAQ. Other Queenstown Gray sizes and every other color are in our General Finishes Milk Paint collection.
Data sheets: Milk Paint technical data sheet (March 2020); Queenstown Gray safety data sheet.