Painting 101
Fusion Painting Basics
Get started with Fusion Mineral Paint. This quick Painting 101 video covers everything you need to begin transforming your furniture with professional results.
What's The Difference?
Fusion, Alchemy & Milk Paint – What’s the Difference?
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                     FORMULA  | 
              
            
              
              
                
                  
                     100% Acrylic Liquid format  | 
              
            
              
              
                
                  
                     Acrylic, Limestone & Chalk blend, Liquid format  | 
              
            
              
              
                
                  
                     Chalk, Limestone & Casein blend Powder–mix with water  | 
              
            
              
              
            
          
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                     FINISH  | 
              
            
              
              
                
                  
                     Matte  | 
              
            
              
              
                
                  
                     Flat, chalk-style  | 
              
            
              
              
                
                  
                     Dead flat chalky  | 
              
            
              
              
            
          
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                     TOP COAT  | 
              
            
              
              
                
                  
                     Built-in  | 
              
            
              
              
                
                  
                     Add for higher durability and accenting with colored waxes  | 
              
            
              
              
                
                  
                     Recommended on furniture*  | 
              
            
              
              
            
          
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                     WATER RESISTANCE  | 
              
            
              
              
                
                  
                     Yes  | 
              
            
              
              
                
                  
                     Once top coated  | 
              
            
              
              
                
                  
                     Once top coated  | 
              
            
              
              
            
          
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                     SHELF LIFE  | 
              
            
              
              
                
                  
                     7 years**  | 
              
            
              
              
                
                  
                     7 years**  | 
              
            
              
              
                
                  
                     Indefinitely in a sealed bag  | 
              
            
              
              
            
          
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                     INDOOR & OUTDOOR  | 
              
            
              
              
                
                  
                     Yes  | 
              
            
              
              
                
                  
                     Add exterior top coat  | 
              
            
              
              
                
                  
                     Add exterior top coat  | 
              
            
              
              
            
          
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                     DRY TIME  | 
              
            
              
              
                
                  
                     30 minutes - 2 hours  | 
              
            
              
              
                
                  
                     30 minutes - 2 hours  | 
              
            
              
              
                
                  
                     15- 30 minutes  | 
              
            
              
              
            
          
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                     RE-COAT TIME  | 
              
            
              
              
                
                  
                     2 hours  | 
              
            
              
              
                
                  
                     2 hours  | 
              
            
              
              
                
                  
                     30 minutes  | 
              
            
              
              
            
          
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                     CURE TIME  | 
              
            
              
              
                
                  
                     21 days  | 
              
            
              
              
                
                  
                     21 Days  | 
              
            
              
              
                
                  
                     30 minutes  | 
              
            
              
              
            
          
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                     BRUSHSTROKES  | 
              
            
              
              
                
                  
                     Minimal  | 
              
            
              
              
                
                  
                     Buildable  | 
              
            
              
              
                
                  
                     None  | 
              
            
              
              
            
          
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                     COLOR OPTIONS  | 
              
            
              
              
                
                  
                     65+  | 
              
            
              
              
                
                  
                     24  | 
              
            
              
              
                
                  
                     100+  | 
              
            
              
              
            
          
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                     LOOK OPTIONS  | 
              
            
              
              
                
                  
                     Ultra Smooth  | 
              
            
              
              
                
                  
                     Easily Distressed / Blended / Chalky  | 
              
            
              
              
                
                  
                     Smooth to textured, stain wash to embossing, naturally crackles and chips.  | 
              
            
              
              
            
          
* Not required on Milk Painted or Limewash walls
**Once opened, move to a smaller container as too much air can dry out paint
Three Brands, One Creative Legacy
For over 35 years, Homestead House Paint Co. has been a leader in the world of specialty paints, offering expertise in creating unique finishes for every style. As the parent company, Homestead House is proud to bring you three distinct paint lines — Milk Paint, FusionTM Mineral Paint, and Alchemy—each designed to deliver a specific look while upholding our commitment to quality and creativity. From the timeless authenticity of Milk Paint to the sleek sophistication of FusionTM and the boundless creativity of Alchemy, Homestead House offers the perfect paint for every vision.
  
  Modern & Sleek
With Fusion, we redefined modern DIY painting. Its effortless application, smooth matte finish, and built-in durability make it the ultimate choice for sleek, polished projects that stand the test of time.
  
  Authentic & Rustic
Our journey began with Milk Paint, a natural, eco-friendly paint perfect for creating authentic aged finishes. It’s ideal for chippy, rustic looks, or soft vintage washes, embodying the charm of timeless design.
  
  Creative & Bold
Alchemy combines the best of chalk-style painting with an innovative blend of textures and finishes. Perfect for layering, blending, and distressing, it empowers you to unleash your creativity and create bold, artistic pieces.
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