About Farmhouse Finishes
Farmhouse Finishes is a true milk paint reformulated specifically for walls, giving homeowners and designers the same natural, chemical-free ingredients found in traditional milk paint while adapting the formula for broad, non-porous surfaces. Where the original milk paint recipe was built for raw wood and masonry, Farmhouse Finishes was engineered to bond cleanly with previously painted drywall, new sheetrock, plaster, metal, and finished woodwork.
Like every genuine milk paint, this formula relies on casein (milk protein), lime, and natural earth pigments rather than acrylics, synthetic binders, or petrochemical solvents. The paint arrives as a powder and mixes easily with warm water, especially when blended at higher speeds with a drill paint paddle or portable kitchen mixer. This gives users precise control over batch size for anything from a small accent wall to an entire room.
Farmhouse Finishes trades the mottled, old-world texture of traditional milk paint for a flat, uniform finish that holds up well across large wall surfaces. Once cured, it develops solid water resistance and can be wiped clean, though a clear sealer or Top Coat Final Finish is recommended for high-traffic areas or kitchens exposed to grease and splatters. The paint self-primes over drywall, joint compound, and new plaster, cutting down on prep work for most interior painting projects.
Core Benefits
- Formulated for non-porous surfaces like painted walls, plaster, and sheetrock
- Self-priming on drywall and joint compound, which reduces prep time
- 100% VOC-free, biodegradable, and non-toxic from start to finish
- Odorless once dry, with only a faint milky scent while wet
- Available across the full Old Fashioned Milk Paint color palette, including custom blends
Where It Fits
Farmhouse Finishes works well in homes, offices, schools, nurseries, and healthcare settings where occupants may be sensitive to chemically based paints. Its natural composition and lack of synthetic additives make it a practical choice for anyone prioritizing indoor air quality alongside style. The paint's flat, matte look suits both historically inspired interiors and contemporary farmhouse design, giving walls a consistent, soft finish without the streakiness sometimes associated with raw milk paint.
Because the color powders can be mixed together, lightened with white, or darkened with black, Farmhouse Finishes offers the same custom-color flexibility as the brand's furniture-focused lines. That makes it easy to match wall color across a whole home, or to create a one-of-a-kind shade for a single accent space.
Applications
Applying Farmhouse Finishes Milk Paint is fairly simple and straightforward with the right tools and approach. Learn more about how to apply this product by following our guide below:
Sizes & Coverage
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One pint: 8 oz. of powder mixed with water; covers approximately 35 square feet.
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One quart: 16 oz. of powder mixed with water; covers approximately 75 square feet.
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One gallon: 64 oz. of powder mixed with water; covers approximately 300 square feet.
Bulk sizes are available for volume use and for re-packagers.