
Toscana Milk Paint
Capture the Romance of Old World Charm with Timeless Antique Finishes
"I love Amy’s milk paints! They are an incredible paint and the colors are beautiful! I highly recommend!"
- Mary C.







What is Toscana Milk Paint?
Watch our intro video into Toscana Milk Paint to learn what makes it so unique.
Old World Charm, Reimagined
Toscana Milk Paint brings the elegance of European antiques to life with rich pigments, natural ingredients, and a beautifully layered finish. Inspired by Amy’s time in Italy, this all-natural powder paint lets you recreate the textured patina of Old World furniture and timeworn heirlooms with ease.
Whether you’re a seasoned painter or a beginner, Toscana makes it simple to achieve centuries-old charm on furniture, cabinetry, and décor.

Product Features
The Look
Elegant Old World Finish
Create antique patinas with rich pigment, delicate texture, and a timeless European-inspired finish.
Difficulty
Beginner-Friendly
Simply mix with water and strain—perfect for both seasoned restorers and first-time DIYers.
prep
Minimal Prep Required
No stripping or sanding needed. For raw wood, apply directly. For finished surfaces, use a base coat of One Step Paint or mix with Binder.
Seal
Wax or Matte Sealer
Seal with Amy Howard at Home Light or Dark Wax or Matte Sealer to protect your historic finish and enhance depth.
Works best on

Raw Wood
Ideal for creating antique patinas on furniture, cabinets, and frames.

Previously painted surfaces
Use over One Step Paint or with Binder for stunning layered finishes.

Metal, Glass & Ceramic
Apply with Binder for a unique old-world look on non-porous surfaces.

Canvas & Decorative Accents
Perfect for artwork, frames, and statement pieces.
How To Use It
Step One
Mix Your Paint
Combine 1 part Toscana Milk Paint powder with 1 part water and stir thoroughly. Strain through gauze for a smooth, creamy texture.
Step two
Prep Your Surface
If applying to raw wood, you’re ready to paint. For painted or sealed surfaces, apply One Step Paint or mix with Binder first for proper adhesion.
Step three
Apply Your Paint
Use a natural bristle brush to apply thin coats. Allow each layer to dry fully. Optional: layer colors for a distressed, timeworn effect.
Step four
Seal the Finish
Lock in your antique look with Light Wax, Dark Wax, or Matte Sealer for lasting protection and rich dimension.
Finishes made with Toscana Milk Paint
Get inspired by our most popular finishes. Once you know the look you want, we'll show you how to make it and choose the colors that are perfectly tailored to your project.

Amy painted this piece using Cracked Gesso, Scandinavian Grey Milk Paint, Gold Leaf and Size, followed by Light Wax, Dark Wax, and Dust of Ages.
Amy painted this piece using Cracked Gesso, Scandinavian Grey Milk Paint, Gold Leaf and Size, followed by Light Wax, Dark Wax, and Dust of Ages.

Painted using One Step Paint in Bauhaus Buff, followed by Cracked Gesso, then layered with Milk Paint in Topiary and Venetian Green. Finished with Antiquing Glaze, Gold Leaf and Size, and sealed with Light and Dark Wax. Learn here!
Painted using One Step Paint in Bauhaus Buff, followed by Cracked Gesso, then layered with Milk Paint in Topiary and Venetian Green. Finished with Antiquing Glaze, Gold Leaf and Size, and sealed with Light and Dark Wax. Learn here!

Painted using Toscana Milk Paint in the color My Herb Garden and applied Light Antiquing Wax. Project by @steelbirchstudios.
Painted using Toscana Milk Paint in the color My Herb Garden and applied Light Antiquing Wax. Project by @steelbirchstudios.

Amy painted the base in One Step Paint in Bauhaus Buff, layered with Toscana Milk Paint in Scandinavian Grey, and finished it with Light and Dark Wax. Learn here!
Amy painted the base in One Step Paint in Bauhaus Buff, layered with Toscana Milk Paint in Scandinavian Grey, and finished it with Light and Dark Wax. Learn here!

Painted with One Step Paint in Bella's Blush, layered with Milk Paint in Toulouse Rose and Venetian Brown, then finished with Antiquing Glaze, Light Wax, and Dust of Ages. Project by @openwindowrestore.
Painted with One Step Paint in Bella's Blush, layered with Milk Paint in Toulouse Rose and Venetian Brown, then finished with Antiquing Glaze, Light Wax, and Dust of Ages. Project by @openwindowrestore.
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Milk Paint 101 Workshop Kit
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Want to learn Amy's favorite finish, Milk Paint?
This is the workshop for you! Learn how to create 3 authentic-looking furniture finishes and so much more.
This workshop box includes everything you will need for Amy's Milk Paint 101 Workshop! Order your box and a video of Amy's Milk Paint 101 workshop will be on its way to you.
What is included?
- Three 4oz containers of Milk Paint (Southern Gentleman, My Linen Apron, Central Park)
- 2oz Walnut Gel Stain, 4oz Antiquing Glaze & 4oz Cracked Gesso
- 2oz Dust of Ages & 10mg Light, Dark & Mind Your Own Beeswax
- 3 decorative trim pieces
- Sponge brush, artist brush, & seawool sponge
- 5 small chip brushes (2 for waxes)
- 3 Miniature Stir Sticks & a Rag
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Mastering Milk Paint Finishes on Flat Surfaces
In this blog post, we’ll walk you through how to create an authentic, timeworn finish on furniture, using layers of crack gesso, milk paint, wax, and antiquing glaze.


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"There’s nothing like the elegance of Toscana Milk Paint. It’s my favorite finish because it brings out that layered, timeworn beauty you see in the antiques I’ve collected across Europe."
— Amy Howard
Toscana Milk Paint FAQ
Toscana Milk Paint is a powdered paint that mixes with water to create a creamy, easy-to-use finish. It’s designed to give furniture and décor pieces an authentic, Old World patina with rich texture, layered depth, and soft color variations. Once applied, it dries to a velvety matte finish that must be sealed with wax or Matte Sealer for durability.
Toscana Milk Paint works best on raw, unfinished wood. If you're painting over a previously finished surface like glass, metal, or painted furniture, first use One Step Paint as a base or add Milk Paint Binder to help it adhere.
Start by cleaning your surface thoroughly with Clean Slate to remove any wax, oils, or residue. For raw wood, no priming is needed—just mix, strain, and paint. For finished or slick surfaces, apply One Step Paint or mix in the Toscana Milk Paint Binder before painting.
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