I bought Old-fashioned Milk Paint, black, Salem Red, Slate and Lexington Green. The first one I used was Salem Red and really it is so easy to use! mix according with the directions on the package, I used one part of powder paint and one part of water, make sure you do mix it well with a spatula, using warm water. Paint as usual, it will dry really fast, I only needed one coat with great coverage. Let the paint dry ans seat for a day or two, then give the piece a generous coat of furniture oil, I used 3inOne with great results, wipe of with a clean lent free cloth the excess and let it dry for another day, that's all!
I couldn't be happier with the results on my piece, I love the texture and vibrant colors they do offer. Happy painting!
Yadi
First coat without oil
After using oil to seal the paint (it will darken the color)
Natural distress.