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Restored Adirondack Chair Using General Finishes Exterior 450

before and after of adirondac chair using exterior 450

Post Date

Sat, 01/18/2014 - 12:00

Check out this before and after shot of an adirondack chair restoration by Furniture Medic using General Finishes Exterior

Vintage Winter Sleigh Restored with General Finishes Milk Paint and Exterior 450

winter sleigh refinished with milk paint and exterior 450

Post Date

Mon, 11/18/2013 - 12:00

To mark our first snow of the season last week here in Wisconsin, we're showing off this cool project by Thomas Parker of Parker Custom Woodworking. He bought an old, broken sleigh and brought it back to life for this impending winter season!

Can GF's Gel Stain Be Used On Outdoor Furniture?

adirondac chairs sitting on a deck next to a pond

Post Date

Wed, 05/06/2015 - 12:00

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Exterior 450 Water-Based Clear Outdoor Topcoat

General Finishes Satin Water Based Topcoat Exterior 450, Gallon

Exterior 450 Topcoat is a tintable clear-drying low VOC finish suitable for vertical exterior surfaces, such as fences, patio furniture, garage doors and entrance doors. It is not recommended as a deck finish.

What is the difference between General Finishes Outdoor Oil and Exterior 450 Outdoor Water-based Topcoat?

General Finishes Exterior 450 Topcoat & Outdoor Oil

Exterior Finishes Exterior Stains & Topcoats

When comparing General Finishes Outdoor Oil and Exterior 450 outdoor water-based topcoat , there are several key differences to consider:

Application and Protection

Outdoor Oil:

*How Soon Can I Put My Project Outdoors After Finishing with General Finishes Exterior 450?

Exterior Stains & Topcoats

We recommend waiting 5-6 days to let the finish cure a bit before putting outdoors. The finish will continue to harden for approximately 20-21 days.

Watch Exterior 450 Topcoat Product Overview video here

*Can I Mix GF Milk Paint into Exterior 450 Topcoat To Tint The Final Coat?

Exterior Stains & Topcoats Milk Paint

Yes, you can. The resin systems for General Finishes Exterior 450 Topcoat and Milk Paint are the same.

Watch Exterior 450 Topcoat product overview video here

Exterior 450 Water-Based Wood Stain

General Finishes Water Based Exterior Wood Stain Exterior 450

GF's Exterior 450 Stains are low VOC premium quality, exterior pigmented water-based wood stains designed for outdoor projects with vertical surfaces such as garage doors, entrance doors and furniture.

Milk Paint Bases for Tinting

Tint General Finishes Milk Paint Clear or White base to match colors in major manufacturer's paint decks using Colorfal Zero VOC water soluble colorants.

Can GF’s Gel Stain be used outdoors?

Gel Stains (Oil Based)

Do not use General Finishes Gel Stain or any oil based finish outside where this direct exposure to water. If your furniture will be resting under a cover and not exposed to direct water, you may have a successful result. We recommend our Milk Paint or Exterior 450 products instead.