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What Is ZK Finishing School?

ZK Finishing School is a professional education platform built for painters who want to master high‑end finishing systems, grow their business, and join a community of serious craftsmen. We teach advanced techniques for gloss, 2K, and furniture finishing — and now we also offer business growth training through exclusive partnerships. Instead of buying courses one by one, everything is included with your membership. Learn at your own pace, get product breakdowns from the field, and ask direct questions in our private painter community.

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Choose the Plan That Fits Your Goals

Whether you’re here to master advanced finishes or just getting started, we’ve got a path for you.

What’s Included in Each Membership

Feature	Basic Plan (Free)	Pro Plan ($50/month)
Access to Introductory Videos	✅	✅
Beginner-Friendly Training	✅	✅
Community Forum Access	✅	✅
Product Discount Codes	✅	✅
Full Access to Advanced Courses	❌	✅
High Gloss Door Masterclass	❌	✅
Cabinet Refinishing Course	❌	✅
High Gloss Furniture Course	❌	✅
New Courses Added Regularly	❌	✅
Monthly Live Q&A with Experts	❌	✅
Access to Product Testing Results	❌	✅

Which plan is right for me?

Pro Plan

Best for painters serious about advanced finishes, premium coatings, or scaling their business. Includes full access to all ZKFS technical courses (gloss doors, furniture, solvent systems, and more), business training with PainterGrowth, behind-the-scenes content, product testing, and upcoming courses like Rubio Monocoat. Ideal for pros who want to stay sharp and grow with expert guidance from Zach.
Basic Plan

Perfect if you’re just getting started or exploring the craft. Includes access to our mobile app, foundational training videos (like “Building a Booth”), and our private painter forum to ask questions, learn, and connect with the community.

Access ZKFS Anywhere with Our New App

Learn, Connect, and Grow On the Go

Take your training on the go with the ZKFS app. Access courses, engage with our pro community, pick up where you left off, and join live events like webinars and Q&As—all from your phone. Stay connected and keep learning, wherever you are.

Available on: iOS and Android

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Meet Zach Kenney: Your Expert Guide to High-End Finishing

Zach Kenney

Zach Kenney, founder of ZK Painting and ZK Finishing School, brings over 20 years of expertise in high-gloss painting and Fine Paints of Europe finishes. Known for mirror-like results and white-glove service, he’s trained over 300 painters worldwide to elevate their craft and businesses. Now, with ZK Finishing School Online, Zach offers memberships to help you master premium techniques and grow a profitable painting business—anywhere, anytime.

What Our Students Are Saying

Real feedback from students who have completed our courses. See how ZK Finishing School has helped them master high-gloss finishes and achieve their goals.

Great course!

Beau Stitz

This course is full of great information in regards to a brushed high gloss finish, and was very well produced. Whether you are preparing to tackle your firs...

This course is full of great information in regards to a brushed high gloss finish, and was very well produced. Whether you are preparing to tackle your first high gloss door, or have already tried your hand at a few, this course has a lot to offer. I would definitely recommend this to anyone who wants to get started using FPE. Great job Zach!

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Great Course

Jason Kamiyama

Zach does an amazing job explaining every step and every part of the job not just the sanding and painting. Extremely helpful and educational for beginners l...

Zach does an amazing job explaining every step and every part of the job not just the sanding and painting. Extremely helpful and educational for beginners looking to master this product/style of paint. Hoping for more classes in the future including a spraying course for this finish.

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Highly useful and helpful

Kenneth Michaud

This course was detailed and helpful. I gain a bunch of amazing tips and techniques that have helped me lay out some amazing samples. I felt way more confide...

This course was detailed and helpful. I gain a bunch of amazing tips and techniques that have helped me lay out some amazing samples. I felt way more confident working with the FPE after this course.

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rolled and tipped gloss door

Bill Reynolds

I learned a lot during this video. It's very helpful to see the whole process step by step. The details of the equipment needed as well as best practices reg...

I learned a lot during this video. It's very helpful to see the whole process step by step. The details of the equipment needed as well as best practices regarding craftsmanship helped me have a realistic expectation of my ability to do this job as I practice making sample boards. Perhaps the most important thing I learned was managing expectations; making sure my client is getting what they're paying for and that I'm not driving myself. Insane. Trying to deliver something they're not willing to pay for or I don't have the time to accomplish and provide for my family. Thank you Zach, keep up the good work!

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Booth Building

Alex Harrison

The perfect video to break down positive vs negative air pressure. Thank you Sir!

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Amazing Class, best teacher ever

Ho333687 Hankins Jr

I’ve taken a few courses along this line, the attention to detail and concern for level of education was superb. Highly recommend this course.

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Very nice well done, great informations !

Sam Souza

Very nice well done, great informations!

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Super cool

Jesus Vidal

Excellent work

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Sprayed Fine Paints of Europe High Gloss Door

Brushed Fine Paints of Europe High Gloss Door

Solvent 2K Polyurethane Premium Cabinet Refinishing Course

FAQ

What is ZK Finishing School?

ZK Finishing School is a membership-based learning platform for painters and finishers who want to master high-end techniques like high-gloss brushing, spraying, and surface prep. Our expert-led training is designed to help professionals elevate their craft, charge more, and grow a real business.
Who is this membership for?

Our training is perfect for: ✔️ Professional painters & finishers looking to sharpen skills ✔️ Contractors who want to offer luxury finishes ✔️ DIYers eager to learn directly from pros ✔️ Anyone serious about getting better — and getting paid for it
How does the membership work?

Once you join a membership plan, you’ll unlock access to all included content right away. Watch anytime, from any device, on desktop or mobile — and get ongoing access to updates, webinars, and community support.
What’s the difference between the Basic Plan and Pro Plan?

Basic Plan: Includes access to our beginner and essential courses, monthly webinars, community support, and some sponsored courses and videos. Pro Plan: Includes everything in the Basic Plan, plus all advanced premium courses (worth over $1,800), product testing and tool breakdowns, monthly Q&A sessions with Zach, exclusive paint discounts (coming soon), and early access to new content.
Can I cancel anytime?

Yes! Both membership plans are flexible. Cancel anytime, no hidden fees.
Is there an app?

Yes! Members can learn anytime using our free mobile app — available for iOS and Android.

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