Technically, a mineral paint is a paint made with potassium silicate as the main binder. These are also called silicate paints. Any paint with a polymer binder that polymerizes is not technically a mineral paint.
Some companies are producing paints that they call mineral paints that are simply regular paints with mineral content. A paint heavy in clay or in chalk could be loosely described as a mineral paint, but usually, this is deceptive.
Paints are classified by the binder that they use. Calling any paint a mineral paint because it contains minerals is marketing lingo. All paints use minerals as the base filler/thickener.
Paint types, which ones are really mineral paint?
Zero-VOC acrylic latex paint – contains minerals like calcium carbonate (limestone), kaolin clay, and titanium dioxide. But this is classified as acrylic paint because the main binder is acrylic. Examples, ECOS Paint, a 0-VOC wall paint, and Fusion Paint a furniture paint that markets itself as a “mineral paint”.
Non-acrylic latex paint – contains a mineral base of calcium carbonate, clay and titanium dioxide. The binder is PVA or EVA instead of acrylic. Examples, BioShield “clay paint” and Farrow and Ball paint.
Chalk style paint – this paint is defined by its heavy calcium carbonate content (limestone, aka chalk). It also contains titanium dioxide for the light colors. Chalk-style paints can contain clay, and likely contain talc. The binder is PVA and/or acrylic.
Milk Paint – is made with a mineral base of limestone, clay, chalk, and natural pigments. The binder is milk protein (casein).
Silicate Paint – is made with calcium carbonate, titanium dioxide, and possibly talc. The binder is potassium silicate.
As you can see all paint could be classified as mineral paint since minerals make up the base of the thickener.
I test and compared the most natural, and lowest VOC options, that were low in synthetic additives:
- Silicate paint (the only one that is technically a mineral paint)
- Clay paint (high in clay, low in binders and additives)
- Chalk paint (high in calcium carbonate, low in binders and additives)
- Lime paint (high in calcium carbonate, low in binders and additives)
- Milk paint (all-natural, made with minerals and a natural casein binder)
This article reviews my experience with silicate paints and compares this type to the other contenders that have high mineral content and are low in synthetic additives. (I tested them all on drywall).
Why go with one of these more natural mineral-based paints:
- More natural, non-toxic, mineral-based paints might be more suitable for the chemically sensitive and others avoiding toxins. It may even be safe for sensitive people to apply.
- These paints are breathable, which is specified in many mold preventative wall assemblies (for example in passive house design).
- They are especially well suited to concrete (and some only work on masonry), though many work great on any porous surface like drywall and wood.
- Some of these paints can give a natural look and feel to a room compared to regular acrylic latex paints.
This post is not sponsored by any of the mineral paint companies. The post includes Amazon affiliate links. I earn a small commission upon purchase at no extra cost to you.
1. RomaBio EcoDomus Mineral Paint Review
I wanted to start with the most well-known mineral-based paint, RomaBio. This paint is popular and is often the easiest to source mineral-based paint. You can even buy it on Amazon.
RomaBio is a lime-based paint. It’s also a silicate paint that has another non-acrylic polymer in it (i.e. it might not be a pure silicate paint). Silicate is a very safe binder.
The silicate paints are very safe, and in this formula, they help create a paint that has a really durable, washable surface that is still breathable (a rare combo).
Silicate paints are the only type of paint that can technically be called a “mineral paint”, but because of the unknown polymer in here, I’m not sure that this is a true silicate/mineral paint.
What I found out from digging into the ingredients and smelling it for myself, is that this one is actually (it seems to me), the most like conventional paint in odor level – compared to clay paint, chalk paint, lime paint, and milk paint.
Although it is a breathable paint (95% breathable), which is specified for many builds, it did have that classic paint smell when wet (to my nose and to my estimation).
It’s not the same type of paint as ECOS or other zero-VOC paints, but something in here is contributing to that odor that is associated with “new paint smell”.
What are the Ingredients in RomaBio Paint?
Their Interior paint is called EcoDomus (this is different from their exterior lime washes).
The ingredients for the white EcoDomus paint are:
Water, calcium carbonate (limestone), titanium dioxide (a metal mineral that makes things white, including food), ethylene vinyl acetate polymer (EVA) (a polymer that is common in paint and low odor), undisclosed polymer, potassium polysilicate (liquid glass, very safe – this is the silicate part), talc, plus 13 undisclosed ingredients.
What are the undisclosed ingredients:
I’m not sure what that second polymer is, but here is a list of typical polymers used in silicate paints: styrene-butadiene, polystyrene, neoprene, polyvinyl chloride, polyvinyl acetate, acrylonitrile copolymers, acrylic polymers, and copolymers (source).
Other typical additives in silicate paints include surfactants, small amounts of solvents, thickeners (like cellulose), stabilizers, modifiers. This also contains a preservative.
They also list their ingredients as follows: containing inert binders (4 – 18% depending on the product. They claim potassium silicate is the primary binder, but it also has EVA and an undisclosed polymer), natural thickeners (might very likely be a cellulose) and earth oxide pigments.
Does RomaBio Contain Toxins/Toxic Additives?
The VOCs in RomaBio EcoDomus
The paint is listed as 0-VOC, with no exempt VOCs. They do disclose detailed testing of the VOCs which reveal:
- Butanol 2.2 micrograms/m3
- 2-methyl-4-isothiazolin-3-on 5.5 micrograms/m3 (this is a preservative)
- Formaldehyde <2 micrograms/m3 (extremely low but there are aldehyde donors in here)
- Acetaldehyde <2 micrograms/m3
They state it does not contain: propylene glycol, polyethylene glycol (PEG), formaldehyde (though it has a small amount of formaldehyde/aldehyde donors, likely the mildewcide, based on the VOCs), or alkylphenol ethoxylates.
They claim no toxic biocides/mildewcides/no toxic preservatives (but it does contain 2-methyl-4-isothiazolin aka Methylisothiazolinone which is a biocide and is not benign), no acrylic resins (though it does contain EVA and an unknown polymer), and no toxic binders.
What I Like About RomaBio (Pros):
- The Matte does not require a primer on new drywall.
- Matte is 87% natural.
- There is a fair amount of disclosure on what’s in it and a lot of disclosure on the final VOCs.
- One of the only breathable (high perm rating listed), and washable paints. Most regular zero VOC paints like ECOS and Ben Moore do not have a high perm rating. Most natural paints, like those in this article, are not washable.
- One of few washable flat (matte) sheen mineral paints I found that does not require a sealer to be washable.
- Durable and not easily stained by oil, food (ketchup mustard, etc).
- High quality – expect the quality and ease of application of regular paint. You do not have to do a sample board for any unusual application techniques/tools.
- You can use it in the bathroom and kitchen. It is mold resistant and can take splatter.
What I Don’t Like About RomaBio (Cons):
- It doesn’t have a lower odor in my opinion than regular zero-VOC paints like ECOs. It’s not clear that odor and VOC-wise, that it’s better than ECOs or other zero-VOC paints (it might even be worse for some folks).
- It might be harder to tolerate than other mineral paints listed here for many folks with chemical sensitivities. Possibly due to variations in which polymer is tolerable for different folks).
- Undisclosed ingredients.
Application Tips for RomaBio EcoDomus Mineral Paint
EcoDomus can be applied with a brush, roller, or spray like any traditional paint. This was the most like conventional no VOC paint and it was the easiest one to choose the right roller for. Painters should have no problem applying it.
When applying it to the wall it is easiest to use a roller (not a brush). For silicate paints, you can use polyester rollers.
I found this was easy to apply with a brush and roller, even for a beginner painter. It had the ease of application of a regular no VOC paint. I used a medium pile roller and it worked just fine. A short nap roller on drywall would be smoother. Wooster is a good one.
You can pair that with the same paintbrushes that you would use on conventional paint for cutting in. Purdy Nylox is super smooth. Purdy Pro is slightly less smooth.
You don’t need a sealer on this one. Matte is two coats, satin and eggshell need a primer plus two coats.
How Does RomaBio EcoDomus Hold Up?
You need to wait 14 days for a full cure to start scrubbing it.
I put it to the test with mustard (for the staining) and mayo (for the oil). The mayo was no problem to wipe off, off of both the matte and satin.
The mustard stained both of them. It did not come off with a soft sponge with soap and water. It did come off with the Magic Eraser, though you can tell on the grey color that the Eraser pulled up a little paint. It’s not obvious on the drywall.
They say you can clean it with mild dish soap or another mild cleaner with a soft rag or soft sponge.
2. Kiem Mineral Paint Review
Kiem mineral paint is a German brand that is also available in the US. They make a wall paint that is silicate based with only a little acrylic binder.
This paint is extremely low odor, lower odor than Romabio. And certainly much lower odor compared to the more typical acrylic wall paints.
I tested the Kiem Interior Mineral Wall Paint. It’s listed at 0-VOC and it’s for use on new or previously painted drywall, plaster, brick, stone, concrete or stucco. (Not for use on bare wood, plastic, wood trim, doors, windows or floors). It’s self-priming on both bare and previously painted surfaces.
It’s very vapor permeable. Perm rating of 77.
What are the ingredients in Kiem Paint:
Silicate and calcite fillers, titanium dioxide, silica sol, water, polyacrylate, hydrophobing agents, thickeners, stabilisers, wetting agents, defoamers.
Other Silicate (Mineral) Paints:
- Ecologic Potassium Silicate Paint – which is only for masonry
- BEECK Mineral Paint – silicate paint
3. Comparison: Mineral Paint v Clay Paint
In terms of the most non-toxic paints I found in North America, BioShield Clay Paint is near the top of the list. This paint is marketed as a clay paint since clay is the main mineral/filler.
This has a high percentage of natural ingredients, the least amount of synthetic or concerning additives apart from Milk Paint which is totally natural. It is extremely low in odor.
It does have a PVA binder/polymer in it so it’s not technically classified as “a mineral paint”.
Clay Paint similarities with Mineral Paint
- Both paints are breathable.
- Both are high in minerals and low in synthetic binders.
- Both paints are technically 0-VOC.
- Some situations do not require a primer on drywall for both.
Clay Paint differences compared to Mineral Paint
- Clay paint is not suitable for frequent cleaning. It can easily be stained by grease and other substances. You can add their Wall Glaze or AFM Penetrating Waterstop to add more water resistance and cleanability – I tested both of these. The topcoats are recommended for areas like the kitchen and hallways.
- Clay Paint is not a good idea on bathroom walls.
- Whether you can put it over new drywall that is taped and mudded at the seams depends on the color of the paint and your skill level – you might see the transition between the two different materials if you don’t use a primer. You may need a primer over new drywall that doesn’t have a skim coat (and you will have to choose a primer that you tolerate).
- Clay Paint is definitely lower in odor, especially when wet,
- Clay Paint is more suitable for folks with extreme sensitivities, especially if applying it ourselves.
- Clay Paint has full disclosure on ingredients.
- Clay Paint is not that easy to apply and the company was not willing to help me choose a brush and roller. Romabio was very easy to apply, just like a regular paint.
- Clay Paint requires making up a sample board to test your application.
My post on Clay Paint shows my full tests and full review.
A good alternative to BioShield Clay Paint is Farrow and Ball Paint Estate Emulsion which seemed similar to me. Farrow and Ball is easy to apply, just like any regular wall paint.
Ingredients in Bioheild Clay Paint:
Water, clay, porcelain clay, chalk, alcohol ester (as a binder, this is the PVA), cellulose, pigments, preservatives.
Ingredients in BioShield Solvent-Free Wall Paint:
Water, chalk, asbestos-free talcum, titanium dioxide, polyphosphate (a water softener), cellulose, alcohol ester, sodium hydroxide, and preservatives.
4. Comparison: Mineral Paint v Chalk Paint
Annie Sloan is well known for their Chalk Paint®. It’s best known as a furniture paint, but it can also be used on walls. I tested this out alongside Romabio mineral paint and this is how it compares.
Chalk Paint is not often used on walls because on its own it is not very durable to stains. A dirty hand on the wall could easily leave a mark. It’s not recommended for bathrooms and kitchens.
For some people, leaving the Chalk Paint without a topcoat in a room like a bedroom (with no kids!) will be no big deal. You can add a wax topcoat for extra durability to water and stains which will bring its performance closer to that of a mineral paint.
They do have a separate paint that is labeled as wall paint. Right now it is not available in North America (only Europe). I tried their regular Chalk Paint on paperbacked gypsum wallboard.
The known and suspected ingredients in Annie Sloan Chalk Paint are listed here.
Annie Sloan Similarities to Romabio Mineral Paint
- Also a breathable formula.
- High in minerals and low in synthetic binders.
- Both have a long cure time.
Annie Sloan Differences Compared to Romabio Mineral Paint
- Annie Sloan is not scrubbable or as durable to water and stains, it needs a wax coat to try to compete.
- Chalk Paint is much lower in odor when wet and faster to reach odorless.
- Chalk Paint has a better ability to self-prime over a wide range of surfaces and doesn’t require a primer. This extreme versatility and ability to stick to many surfaces without a primer is one of the main benefits of Chalk Paint. It sticks to it can be used on walls, floors, wood, cabinets, concrete, metal, matte plastic, earthenware, brick, stone, over waxed shellac, and more.
- It’s possible that you can get away with one coat of Chalk Paint in some circumstances. Though you often need two coats. Romabio is two coats and in some cases you need a primer as well.
For tips for applying Annie Sloan Chalk Paint to walls see my post dedicated to Chalk Paint.
Rustoleum Chalked is similar but definitely has an acrylic binder, is a little higher odor when wet, doesn’t always self-prime, is less expensive, and is a little more durable.
5. Comparison: Mineral Paint v Milk Paint
Milk Paint is a truly natural paint. The only one on the list that is 100% natural. It is a true zero-VOC and toxin-free paint that is biodegradable.
It’s almost always safe for those with extreme chemical sensitivities, even when wet.
If your walls are raw plaster or gypsum drywall, Milk Paint will stick to these surfaces, no special prep is needed. Don’t use over a joint compound that has latex in it though, it doesn’t apply as well to that.
It works well over raw wood, on glass, and masonry. It bonds with masonry walls so well that it would be tough to remove. The original formula should be used on raw wood.
The SafePaint wall formula is the only one that can go over regular primers and some regular paints. I used it in the photo above on raw drywall, and I couldn’t get it perfectly even at the seams.
Other good quality brands that make powdered Milk Paint include Real Milk Company or Old Fashioned Milk paint. These work best on wood and masonry.
It does require a topcoat to be durable, my post dedicated to Milk Paint goes over those options as well as tips on how to apply it.
Milk Paint Similarities to Romabio Mineral Paint
- Both are breathable.
- Both are high in mineral content.
- Both are technically 0-VOC.
- Both can be used without a primer in some circumstances.
Milk Paint Differences compared to Romabio Mineral Paint
- Milk Paint is 100% natural.
- We have full disclosure on what is in Milk Paint.
- Milk Paint is much lower in odor when wet and is more suitable for people with extreme sensitivities.
- Milk Paint is not wipeable without a topcoat, where Romabio is, Romabio is much more durable.
- You should make up a sample board for Milk Paint, because it’s not that easy to get it even on the walls.
Ingredients in Milk Paint
Ingredients: milk protein (casein), limestone, clay, chalk, and natural pigments.
Summary – Which Mineral Paint to Choose:
- Use RomaBio or Kiem if you want an easy solution that applies like typical paint and is matte, breathable, washable. A great choice for masonry. Kiem for a super low odor option.
- Use BioShield or Farrow and Ball if you are very sensitive but still want something conventional (Farrow and Ball) or close to it (BioShield). Both are breathable.
- Try Milk Paint if you want a truly 100% natural and safe product. It’s ideal over raw wood.
- Try Chalk/ed Paint if painting over something difficult to prime like metal or shellac, or if you want to save time with just one coat.
Paints that Didn’t Make the List:
- Earthborn Paints – are available only in the UK/Europe.
- Green Planet Paints – these paints are a little different. This is a soy-based paint but it is essentially an acrylic paint, just like conventional paint. The acrylic is naturally derived.
- Auro – In Europe, they sell the more pure mineral paint but they do not sell this in North America at this time.
- Fusion Mineral Paint – did not make the list because this is an acrylic paint. The company says very clearly that this is made with 100% acrylic binder. Just like all other paints, the fillers/thickeners are minerals.
Corinne Segura is a Building Biologist Practitioner with 8 years of experience helping others create healthy homes.
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Stephen says
Corrine, can you help calm me down. I recently discovered that Talc possibly can contain Asbestos. I have a half finished room in my house that I painted and sanded with Rust-oleum Primer and Pratt and Lambert ceiling paint both containing Talc. I used a sander with a cheap non HEPA vacuum to sand them smooth to get ready for a final coat. Life/Covid happened and I was about to get back to painting the room. Something in me told me to check the SDS sheets of the paints and it appears that Rust-oleum now puts a disclaimer that their paints (I suspect with Talc) may contain Asbestiform or Non-Asbestiform Tremolite. I freaked out and have been trying to contact the company. They got back to me with a scientists response saying that the do not have Asbestos in their paint. Pressing harder to why this disclaimer was added I received a further response that they strive for the purest ingredients in their products. However, when speaking with their supplier they cannot exclude the chance that trace amounts of Asbestiforms may be in their raw materials so for an “abundance” of caution they put that warning in their sheets.
Searching the internet I have never found an article about anyone testing paint talc for asbestos? Have you run across anyone having asbestos in their paints? This is terrifying me as I have a young child in the house and I worry I have contaminated my whole house. I still have left overs of the paints I used, so I am looking to have it tested to make sure.
Jonathan Farrar says
Hey Corrine,
I am going crazy tryin to figure out the best cleanest paint to paint my babies nursery with. Would Ecos be an entirely safe option? Thank you!
Corinne says
https://www.mychemicalfreehouse.net/2023/01/baby-safe-paint-for-nurseries-cribs-furniture.html
Jennifer L says
What is your opinion on Lime primer/ sealer by EarthPaint? I had water damage and need some type of mold resistant primer/paint? Also heard of Caliwel paint but not sure how safe it is.
Corinne says
I wouldn’t use any special paint for mold resistance.
Helen Ayres says
Honestly Jennifer, I ‘d get a dehumidifier for mould and damp, rather than relying on any kind of paint. I live in a c17th cottage in the UK (where the weather is quite damp for half the year anyway!). It is also a Listed Building in a Conservation Area, so we are quite limited as to what improvements/changes we’re allowed to make – even those which increase energy efficiency.
I struggle with damp and more recently mould, as a previous owner lowered the ground floor (US 1st floor) replacing it with a solid concrete floor, to increase the ceiling height. But they didn’t think to manage the subsequent fall-out. The classic, ‘in solving one problem, you often create another…’
The dehumidifier has made a massive difference already, the cottage also feels warmer. Humidity should be around 55%, my cottage started at 86% a few weeks ago. I’m sure Corinne has a scientific insight to offer – my feeling as a non-scientific amateur is that any mould/damp resistant paint is running the risk of moving the problem around, rater than solving it for you, unfortunately.
I realise you posted this nearly a year ago now, so I hope you found a solution. Offering this here in case not, or if any other reader stumbles upon it…
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Mandy says
What about lime paints? There are many brands. Aren’t they 100% natural, breathable, etc.?
Corinne says
Romabio is a high lime paint, they also have one that is a more pure lime wash but that is just for brick of concrete. I originally had Charleston Lime Wash in this post which had an acrylic binder but it looks like they are no longer in business.
Mandy says
I just read this post again, as I am looking at chalk Vs. milk paint for a project. So helpful!!! I wanted to add that I have recently painted several rooms with lime paint. I absolutely love it. Mold resistant, Breathable. 100% natural. Lots of character and depth. I’m now looking at doing some lime or clay plastering too. There are several places to buy interior lime plaster or paint in the US. I’ve only found one place that sells clay plaster. I’m still deciding which to used. Anyway these are great 100% natural solutions as well, so I wanted to share. Thanks again- buying you a coffee! 🙂
Corinne says
Thank you! Lime paint is very cool too!
Leidy says
In all of your extensive research in these paints-amazing! – did you receive any documentation from the companies about lead in these paints? I know it is regulated in residential paint but I’d love to see test results given so many of these contain clays and calcium minerals which I believe can be contaminated with lead.
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Erin McNamara says
I’m thinking of painting ceramic tile on a bathroom and have seen some DIYers use chalk paint on tiles. Do you think it would hold up on such a use case? Thanks!
Amazing article! So helpful!
Corinne says
It could hold up if it is a backsplash but not in the shower nor the floor.
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Yvonne C. Espinoza says
Thanks for doing the research into this topic! I’ve been looking for years to find true, mineral, pre-made paints.
Your article was the final straw for me to take a leap into making my own wall paint.
As an artist, I’ve just recently resorted to making homemade paint for my artwork. It’s the only way to control the color and materials. All non toxic.
Jenny Nichols says
Hello,
I appreciate your well researched article. I have been combing through data and you are totally right, they make it pretty hard to find out what’s in these paints.
I wanted to ask you if you are familiar with Keim paint. I used it about 10 years ago as they have a silicate paint that allows you to paint brick, that they say becomes part of the brick. I really liked it.
I’m not sure at all how their interior paints measure up to the ones you have reviewed here.
https://www.keim-usa.com/Product-Categories/Interior-Stains-and-Paints/Interior-Mineral-Primers-Paints-and-Sealers
If you think this paint is worth checking this out, then I would love to know how they did.
Thanks,
Jenny
PS: I like the ApisColor Beehive Paint as it appears to be a pretty safe paint, but with very limited colors. If it’s good enough for the bees, then it’s good enough for me too!
Corinne says
I know Keim, they are the main company selling silicate paints but I have not seen it in person. It may be very similar to Romabio.
The ApisColor looks to be the same formula as their other mineral paints. I would ask them if it’s any different.
I also found Farrow and Ball to be essentially the same in my estimation as Biosheild.
Ali says
Thank you for this article! I would love to see a breakdown of Keim paints as well. Specifically, the pros/cons like you did for the other paints, if possible. That would be so helpful.
Corinne says
I havent seen that paint or tested it.
Dorothy says
When you say that Farrow and Ball is essentially the same as Bioshield, are you meaning the Bioshield Solvent Free Wall Paint? Also, I wrote to Green Earth Paint and was told: “As for the acrylic it is not a synthetic. It’s a water born acrylic which is much different. I am not an expert on the exact process, but my understanding is they start with recycled food grade acrylic materials like drinking glasses and eating utensils, I think. Then using plant material’s, it is all dissolved in hot water where it is emulsified. Thus, there are no chemicals or toxic solvents used in the process.” Would really appreciate your translating that for me. I’m not getting how these recycled items would result in something that isn’t synthetic. I also don’t see on your list the new formulation of Auro paint with their proprietary binder that is natural.
Corinne says
Hi, I don’t actually know that F&B Estate Emulsion is the same formula, I actually think now that it has a different binder. They just seemed similar to me and both should be tested if you are chemically sensitive since F&B applies easier. Green Planet Paints is partially bio-based and partially recycled acrylic which is not natural. Even bio based acrylic still ends up a the same acrylic polymer in the end. It doesn’t seem different from regular acrylic paint. Auro is the only one I haven’t tested but it’s in the post on all natural paints.
Laura Toppazzini-Bazan says
Love your site!
What would be the best paint for sensitive people to purchase (o VOC) in Canada. I tried to purchase the ECOS, no one sells it.
Corinne says
ECOS online, Benjamin Moore, Farrow and Ball
Laura Toppazzini-Bazan says
Which Benjamin Moore paint is comparable to ECOS?
Corinne says
Natura
Laura Toppazzini-Bazan says
THANKS!
Kelly Inskeep says
Thank you for this post. I have severe chronic health issues and am homebound; therefore, I am desperately craving a change in my constant environment so am attempting a few makeover projects in my home.
I am getting ready to use Annie Sloan chalk paint to redo my daughter’s desk. I have been able to tolerate using the paint thus far. In my research, I found on a blog that her wax contains carnauba wax, beeswax, and mineral spirits. Could it be the mineral spirits you reacted to? That ingredient concerned me due to my sensitivities, so I chose to order Miss Mustard Seed’s wax as it allegedly only contains the two waxes. I have not received it yet, so I will have to wait to see my response.
Corinne says
Yes it’s the mineral spirits that smell like petroleum – there could also be another solvent in there. Other brands use deodorised mineral spirits which are much easier to tolerate. Claphams/miss mustard seed contains mineral spirits too, but it must be the deodorized one, because it doesn’t reek. I like that one and the Fusion. https://www.mychemicalfreehouse.net/2019/06/natural-finishes.html