How do I refinish my tabletop using milk paint and wax?
I want to refinish a table top using milk paint and wax but I don't remember the type of wax it begins with the letter l
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Do a test first, several people complained it wasn't durable and water messed it up. Sorry I don't know name, I won't use it as my finish coat.
Hi Maxine,
Here is a link on milk paint wax.
Hi Maxine, I can't tell you how to use milk paint but I can tell you how to paint your table top with Dixie Belle Chalk Mineral Paint! :)
It is super easy to paint your table top with Dixie Belle.
Step one: Clean with White Lightning
Step two: Paint one to two coats of Dixie Belle Chalk Mineral Paint
Step three: Use Gator Hide for a water resistant finish, or choose from one of our many top coats and waxes!
We also feature an Easy Peasy Spray Wax that is incredibly simple to use; just spray on and rub in!
If you ever need help or have any questions you can feel free to call us at 813-909-1962 during business hours. We have a full staff here eager to help you!
We have an awesome group on FB that gives you all kinds of help if you are interested. click here to join: https://www.facebook.com/groups/FriendsWhoLikeDixieBellePaint/
You can use Miss Mustard Seed Clear wax over milk paint. MMS has a well known line of milk paint that gives furniture a shabby chippy look.
Be aware that wax is not the most protective option of you intend to seal a table top that will be regularly used for meals, work, etc.
A better option would be water-based poly, made by several brands. My favorite is General Finishes.
I've had the best luck on tabletops with Minwax polycrylic. It's water based, easy to use, and dries well. And it is protective.
But I do like Daddy Van's waxes if you're sold on using wax. The lavender scented one is my favorite.
Here's a set of end tables I used both Old Fashioned Milk Paint & Daddy Vans on- https://www.justalittlecreativity.com/2016/07/farmhouse-style-end-tables.html