Why I use Fusion (& discount code!)
Fusion is an amazing all-in-one furniture paint. The paint is so easy to apply and their colour range is spectacular.
Fusion Mineral Paint was a pioneering product in the DIY market. Its creator, Jennylyn, set out to develop a paint available in a size smaller than a quart—large enough for multiple projects but small enough to minimize waste. Her vision was to offer a product with a built-in top coat for exceptional durability, without sacrificing quality or performance, all at a reasonable price.
Fusion Mineral Paint provides environmentally conscious options for DIY enthusiasts and professionals alike. Most of their products are non-toxic and eco-friendly with natural ingredients. As someone who refinishes as a hobby, I do all my refinishing inside my house. Having products that don’t compromise my health is SO important.
Shhhhh – a discount code!
If you’re buying your paint online from http://www.fusionmineralpaint.com, use the code KRFMP to save 10%. When you use this code, 20% (yes, 20%!!) is donated to the animal rescue I adopted my dogs from – Animal Angel Rescue Foundation (AARF).
The fine print: I get NO compensation for any purchase you make. It’s a savings that I am passing along because that’s how much I love the products! Discount does not apply to Staalmeester or Zibra Paint products.
Products I use
Mineral Paint
- a high-quality, water-based paint
- it has a built-in top coat:
- 100% acrylic resin acts as a built-in top coat, eliminating the need for extra finishing
- note: I always add extra durability when after I apply with Ultra Guard (a polyurethane)
- provides a smooth, matte finish that can be distressed for a vintage look
- non-toxic, lead-free, virtually odorless, and free from harmful chemicals like ammonia and formaldehyde
- made with natural mineral pigments, ensuring colours stay vibrant over time
Metallics
Ultra Grip (a bonding agent)
- a water-based adhesion primer designed to enhance paint adherence on challenging surfaces like lacquered finishes, laminate, metal, glass, and other glossy, hard-to-grip materials
- safe for indoor use and easy to clean up with water
- appears milky when wet but dries translucent, ensuring the original surface colour remains visible if desired
- not designed to seal in stains or block tannins
Ultra Guard (water-base polyurethane)
- a water-based polyurethane-acrylic protective varnish designed to enhance and safeguard interior surfaces
- reinforced with silica
- varnish is odourless, ensuring a pleasant application experience, and is formulated for easy use with excellent coverage
- non-yellowing formula
- available in satin and matte finishes
Sanding Supplies
Sanding sponges
Sanding pads
- offer the same high-quality abrasives as sheets but are often easier to use because they’re easy to hold and have durable foam backing
- Fusion has a wide variety of grits can help at any stage of a project – from wet or dry sanding on drywall, to super fine finishing on wood or metal
Cleaning Products
TSP Alternative
- water-based degreaser
- effectively removes oil, grease, fingerprints, stains, and other contaminants, enhancing paint adhesion and the overall finish
- has a concentrated formula
- a small amount goes a long way; mixing two capfuls with one liter of water provides ample cleaning solution!
- no-rinse formula
- free from phosphates and biodegradable
Brush Soap
- made from naturally refined linseed oil, a derivative of flaxseed, this soap is non-toxic and virtually odourless
- acts as a shampoo and conditioner for your brushes, maintaining the bristles’ integrity and prolonging their usability
- capable of removing water-based paints from brushes, hands, and work surfaces – it can even rejuvenate brushes with dried paint by breaking down residues and restoring bristle flexibility!
I'd love to know what you think!