Real Milk Paint has no VOCs, is made from natural ingredients, and is available in a wide palette of timeless matte colors—just add water to get started!
Real Milk Paint is an exceptional powder-based paint that offers numerous advantages on a wide variety of painting projects. By simply adding water, it can be easily mixed to create a smooth and creamy paint. One of its key features is being VOC-free, making it a safe and eco-friendly option for indoor use. Its nontoxic formulation allows for worry-free painting. Made from natural ingredients—casein (milk protein), lime, pigments and a plant-based filler—Real Milk Paint provides a unique and authentic finish with a subtle matte texture. Its versatility allows it to be used on a variety of surfaces including wood, concrete, plaster and more. With its easy application and low environmental impact, Real Milk Paint is an excellent choice for both professionals and DIY enthusiasts.
Real Milk Paint Details:
Historically inspired unique powder-based paint—simply add water
VOC-free, nontoxic and natural formulation
CPSC compliant, making it safe for use on children's toys and cribs
Made with casein, lime, pigments and plant-based filler
Authentic matte finish that can be easily distressed for a ''chippy'' vintage look or buffed for a smooth, modern appearance
Works over absorbent surfaces without primer like wood, concrete, plaster, brick and more
Naturally porous, allowing moisture to pass through without causing the paint to bubble or peel
Safe to use indoors
UV fade resistant
Accepts all topcoats and finishes
Dries fast without residual odor
Shelf-stable formula lasts years in powdered form
Mixed paint workable for up to two weeks
Mix the entire bag of powder or only as much as you need for a specific project
Environmentally friendly—waste paint is compostable and biodegradable
Brushes and tools clean up with soap and water
Pint covers 35 sq. ft.
Note: For painting over nonporous or previously finished surfaces always test for adhesion or use Ultra Bond Adhesion Promoter (#76813 or #77554, sold separately) to ensure adhesion.
As environmental sciences get more sophisticated, woodworkers are starting to pay more attention to what finishes they use and what effect they have on the environment