General Finishes Milk Paint, Tuscan Red, Gallon
General Finishes Milk Paint, Tuscan Red, Gallon is premixed water-based furniture and cabinet paint in Tuscan Red. This one-gallon can has a current retail-guide coverage estimate of 400 to 500 sq ft; allow for additional coats where hiding requires them. Tuscan Red is the red color for this page. Test its appearance and adhesion on your project before painting the full surface.
Features
- Premixed furniture paint, ready to stir rather than mix from powder.
- A self-sealing finish that usually needs no separate clear topcoat.
- Brush, roller, pad and spray application options for different project shapes.
- Soap-and-water cleanup of tools immediately after painting.
- Works on raw wood and prepared existing finishes that pass an adhesion test.
Best for
Wood cabinets, furniture, doors and millwork, including outdoor wood furniture. Clean and prepare the surface first; nonwood substrates need their own preparation guidance.
Specs
| Base | Water-based acrylic paint |
|---|---|
| Use | Interior and exterior wood projects |
| Finish | Low luster; current retail specification is Flat (10-15) |
| Coverage | Retail guide: pint 50-65, quart 100-125, gallon 400-500 sq ft |
| Dry to touch | 30 minutes or more |
| Recoat | 2 hours or more |
| Full cure | 21 days in ideal conditions |
| Coats | Usually 2-3; more if coverage requires |
| Apply with | Synthetic brush, roller, pad or sprayer |
| Thinning | 5-10% distilled water if needed |
| Cleanup | Soap and water immediately after use |
| VOC | Under 50 g/L in the color-specific SDS |
| Manufacturer part # | GATR |
| Color | Tuscan Red |
How to apply
- Sand raw wood with 120 then 150 grit. On existing finishes, clean, dry, scuff sand and test adhesion. Remove dust.
- For white or light paint, follow the manufacturer's stain-blocking preparation. Do not use GF Stain Blocker outdoors.
- Ventilate and stir settled solids thoroughly. Apply smooth, even coats; strain before spraying and follow the equipment and protection guidance. For spray setup and protection, follow the manufacturer's Milk Paint application instructions.
- Wait at least 2 hours at 70 degrees F and 50% humidity. Allow longer in cool or humid conditions. When dry, sand lightly, remove dust and recoat.
- Treat gently through the 21-day cure. Wait until fully cured before ordinary cleaning or heavy use.
Good to know
Do not clear-topcoat white or light Milk Paint: it can yellow. Avoid linseed and Danish oils. Follow the matching container label when working with older cans.
Danger: May cause cancer. Read the matching label and SDS; ventilate and use the specified protection.
Questions
Is it a wood stain? No. This is premixed acrylic paint for a painted finish.
Can I paint an already finished cabinet? Yes, after cleaning, sanding and an adhesion test.
Do I need a clear topcoat? Usually no. Avoid one on white or light colors; darker colors can be topcoated for added sheen.
When can I use the piece normally? Touch drying is only the first stage. Full cure takes 21 days under ideal conditions.