A maker of water-based wood stains, topcoats and coatings used by woodworkers and finishers.
General Finishes describes itself as a maker of water-based wood finishes for professionals, retailers and hobbyists, including stains, topcoats and coatings. Its website shows color samples, product guides and educational resources about refinishing cabinets. Nashville homeowners who ask about refinishing wood cabinets may find helpful background here about how stains and topcoats work together.
We are an independent cabinet company and are not part of General Finishes. We use professional finishing products from several makers and explain the steps we take, including cleaning, sanding, staining or painting and sealing. Samples on your own wood help you pick a color. The official site is the best place for current colors, samples and product information.
Visit the official General Finishes website
Offers stains and topcoats that clean up with water.
Shows many stain colors on sample boards.
Includes topcoats for wear and moisture resistance.
Shares guides and videos on finishing.
Offers advice on refinishing kitchen cabinets.
Serves finishers and woodworkers.
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Cabinet Layout and Quantity CalculatorEnter your measurements to see base and wall cabinet counts, counter area, vanity widths, closet sections, bookcase bays and pantry shelves.Try it 
Should I Refresh or Replace My Cabinets? CheckerPick your cabinet type, condition and the signs you see to learn whether a tune-up, paint, refacing or replacement may fit.Try it 
Cabinet Budget PlannerPick a kitchen, bath, built-in or repair project, set the size and add allowances to see a ballpark planning range. Placeholder values only.Try it A clear protective layer over stain or paint that resists wear and moisture.
Old finish usually needs to be removed or prepared first. We explain the right steps.
No. We are an independent cabinet company and are not part of General Finishes. We explain what it publishes in plain language and help you apply it to your own project.
ResourceKCMAThe trade association for kitchen cabinet makers, known for cabinet performance standards and industry resources.Learn more ResourceNKBAA professional association for kitchen and bath designers, with design guidelines and education.Learn more ResourceAWIA trade association for architectural woodwork, known for published standards used on commercial casework.Learn more ResourceAWFSA trade group of woodworking machinery and supply companies, known for a large industry fair.Learn more Call us and describe your room. We will visit, talk through options and give you a clear written estimate.
