Bone China Glow No. 12 Lacquer

Bone China Glow No. 12 is a very light grey with a ceramic undertone – the colour of fine porcelain just before it turns white. On furniture, the tone stays understated yet still visible. As re-box protect, it gets a satin sheen that suits this porcelain feel perfectly.

A very light grey with porcelain calm

Pure white can look harsh on wood. Bone China Glow No. 12 sets its mark just beside it: light enough to open up fronts, but with enough grey that the surface never tips cold. This comes through beautifully in the silk sheen, as the gentle shimmer lets the tone shift with the light in the room. In the morning it reads cool and matter-of-fact; under lamplight it takes on a warm, creamy pull. On a panelled door, the profiles trace themselves in fine grey shadows instead of disappearing into a white surface.

Combinations that carry Bone China Glow No. 12

As a light tone, it usually plays the frame rather than the lead. Within Lackfarben Grau it works especially well with:

• Wisp No. 4 Lack – closely related, a shade cooler
• Chalkstone No. 16 Lack – a chalky mid-tone for carcasses
• Harbour Grey No. 31 Lack – as a bold contrast on doors

The same shade is also available as Bone China Glow No. 12 wall paint. Wall and built-in cupboard in the same tone let a small room feel calmer and larger, as the edges visually disappear.

Which furniture and surfaces this tone suits

re-box protect is a furniture and multi-purpose lacquer for indoor use, resistant to mechanical stress and everyday soiling. With such a light grey, that's exactly the point: handle edges and impact points show up first on a light surface, and the lacquer is built for that kind of load.

• Kitchen fronts and work furniture
• Interior doors, door frames and windowsills
• Open shelving and bookcases
• Wood panelling in hallways and bathrooms

The build-up: primer, then two thin coats of lacquer

The surface must be clean, dry, stable and free of loose material. Glossy areas are sanded down, dust and grease are removed completely, then re-box core follows as a primer. Only then do you apply the colour, in two thin layers rather than one thick one. With light tones, a see-through old surface shows up especially clearly, so the primer isn't an optional step here. For kitchens, it's worth taking a look at Küche streichen: Anleitung, Kosten, Farbe beforehand.

750 ml calculated in square metres

As a rough guide, one litre covers approx. 6 to 8 m² per coat, so approx. 4.5 to 6 m² per tin with one coat and approx. 2 to 3 m² with two coats. A shelf with five shelves and two sides falls within this range. For an interior door with both sides and edges – approx. 3 to 4 m² – plan on two tins if you apply two coats. For how to do this without removing the door, see Tür lackieren ohne Ausbauen.

Frequently asked questions about Bone China Glow No. 12

Is Bone China Glow No. 12 a white or a grey?
It's a very light grey with a ceramic undertone, not a pure white. Next to a white wall, you'll immediately see the grey; on its own, the surface looks almost white.

Does the tone look dirty next to pure white?
No, next to white it reads as its own, very light grey. The contrast looks like a deliberate gradation, not like a greyed-out white.

Do I need a primer with such a light tone?
Yes, re-box core always comes first. It ensures adhesion and an even base, which makes a visible difference with light tones.

Is the tone also available for walls and ceilings?
Yes, as wall paint in 2.5, 5 and 10 litres, in matt or satin matt. The lacquer in 750 ml is the version for furniture and wood.

How can I test the tone beforehand?
With the colour sample box, which contains all 65 shades. This is especially worthwhile for very light greys, as they shift differently depending on the light colour.