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1870 Milk Paint Formula
* 1 Quart skim milk (room temperature)
* 1 Once of hydrated lime by weight (Available at building centers.
Do not use quick lime, as it will react with the water and heat
up. Hydrated lime has been soaked in water then dried.)
* 1 to 2 1/2 pounds of chalk may also be added as a filler.
Stir in enough skim milk to hydrated
lime to make a cream. Add balance of skim milk. Now add sufficient
amount of powder pigment to desired color and consistency (Pigment
powder must be limeproof). Stir in well for a few minutes before
using. For best results continue to stir throughout use.
Apply milk paint with a cheap
natural bristle brush. Allow project to dry sufficiently before
applying next coat. |
