Wood Stains & Sealers

AFM SafeCoat, Safe Seal

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Sealer for toxic off-gassing of porous surfaces

Safe Seal is particularly effective at sealing in formaldehyde and other VOCs from composite wood such as plywood, particle board and pressed wood. Safe Seal will not block emissions of organic odors like smoke or pet smells. It's a water-based, low-gloss sealer for highly porous surfaces - mainly on surfaces that are behind the scenes, i.e. not seen or touched. If the MDF or pressed wood has a veneer/skin of melamine or any non-porous surface, SafeSeal should not be applied to that surface. It should be applied only to the exposed edges where raw MDF or particleboard/pressed wood is visible.

For furniture and other touchable surfaces use AFM Safecoat Hard Seal or AFM Acrylac. For flooring, or areas with high abrasion use AFM Polyureseal BP.

NOTE: this not a finish sealer - refer to AFM HardSeal, AFM Acrylac or AFM Polyureal BP. Safeseal does NOT create a hard finish but is slightly rubbery.

Safe Seal was AFM Safecoat's flagship product that started the company in the mid 70's. It is one of their best selling products because it works quickly to reduce VOC emissions. Two coats are recommended. This product can be sprayed with a garden type pump sprayer, brush or roller.

If you have questions or doubts, please call us at 800-405-0222

Why we like it

It's the best and least expensive defense against toxic off-gassing. Works immediately!

Features & benefits

Improves indoor air quality — Blocks VOC emissions in porous surfaces only
Improves adhesion and bonding power — strengthens adhesives and coatings applied to treated surfaces
Low-odor — completely odorless once cured
Non-toxic, eco-friendly — water-based, low-gloss penetrating sealer, contains no formaldehyde
Safe — for everyone, including the chemically sensitive; learn how to test a non-toxic product for tolerance

Alert: May require two coats depending upon off-gassing and one's sensitivity

State Nexus Fee may apply
A state nexus fee will be applied to this item if drop shipped to the following states: California, Wisconsin. We're sorry for the inconvenience. Click here to read more about the state nexus fee.

This item description was written by Joel Hirshberg

Specs

Warranty
Warranties
Residential Finish Wear
Residential Structural
Commercial Finish Wear
Commercial Structural

Certifications
Forest Stewardship Council (FSC)
FSC Content
FSC Chain-of-Custody #
LEED® Qualifications
LEED® Regional Materials Zip Code
Certifications	Meets or exceeds California Air Resources Board (CARB) requirements, SCS Gold

Basics
Interior or Exterior	Interior
Use On Material	Concrete, MDF, Medex, Plaster, Sheetrock, Surfaces: Porous, Wood: Chipboard, Wood: Oriented Strand Board (OSB), Wood: Plywood
Use On
Location	All Rooms
Eco-replacement for	Sealers
Chemically-sensitive safe	Yes learn how to test a non-toxic product for tolerance
Test before use	Yes, test on inconspicuous area
Freeze/Thaw Safe?	No

Dimensions
Coverage (1 Coat)	1-Quart = 88 SF 1-Gallon = 350 SF
Coverage2
Square Feet / Box	Square Feet
Thickness or Height	"
Thickness	mm
Veneer Cut Thickness
Length	"
Length	mm
Width	"
Width	mm
Boxes / Pallet	Boxes
Square Feet / Pallet	Square Feet
Boards / Box	Boards
Pieces / Box	Pieces
Weight / Box	Pounds

Features
Minimum Order
Old Name
Material Origin	United States
Country of Manufacture	United States
Recycled Content
Shelf Life
Use With These Prodcuts
Number of Colors	Colors
Carpet Pattern
Coordinating Border
Critical Radiant Flux
Extractable Matter
Face or Pile Weight
Fiber
General Flammability
Surface Flammability
GSA Classification
Line
Machine Guage
Moth Resistance
Pattern Repeat
Pile Height (High)
Pile Height (Low)
Primary Backing
Resistance to Insect Pests
Roll Length	'
Secondary Backing
Smoke Density
Static
Stitches Per Inch
Surface Texture, Construction, Style
Total Height
Total Weight
Traffic Rating
Tufts per Sq. In.	Tufts / Sq In
Yarn Construction
Bundles per Pallet	Bundles
Bundles per Square 6" Exposure	Bundles
Bundles per Square 7" Exposure	Bundles
Bundles per Square 7-1/2" Exposure	Bundles
Bundles per Square 8" Exposure	Bundles
Pounds per Bundle	Pounds
Pounds per Pallet	Pounds
Pounds per Roll	Pounds
Pounds per Square	Pounds
Pounds per Square 6" Exposure	Pounds
Pounds per Square 7" Exposure	Pounds
Pounds per Square 7-1/2" Exposure	Pounds
Pounds per Square 8" Exposure	Pounds
Lin Feet per Bundle	Lin Feet
Lin Feet per Pallet	Lin Feet
Rolls per Pallet	Rolls
Squares per Roll	Squares
Tiles per bundle	Tiles
Tiles per Lin Foot	Tiles
Finish Type	Sealer
Base	Water-based
Ingredients	download Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)
VOC Content	12 Grams/Liter
Use On Material - Condition	Concrete, MDF, Medex, Plaster, Sheetrock, Surfaces: Porous, Wood: Chipboard, Wood: Oriented Strand Board (OSB), Wood: Plywood
Application Method	brush, roller, spray
Application Temperature Range	Warmer than 55°F
Application Instructions	see pdf
Surface or Product Preperation	Surface should be clean, dry and free of oil and wax
Recommended # of Coats	1-3
Re-coat After	2 hours
Drying Time	dries in 1 hour
Appearance When Dry	slightly milky
Cleans Up With	neutral cleaners
Storage	Store in cool dry place out of sunlight
Recycling or Disposal	Dispose of excess product in accordance with all local state and federal regulations, Do not throw out container unless completely empty. Pour contents onto dry cardboard and let thoroughly dry outdoors. May also be absorbed with cat litter sand or other dry materials
Adhesive
Bamboo Construction
Bathroom Installation
Color Change
Construction
Construction Description
Durability
Edge
Finish
Finish Sheen
Finish Contains Aluminum Oxide?
Floor Item Type
Floor Pattern
Floor Type
Grade Installation
Grading
Installation
Janka Hardness Rating
Joint System
Knots
Material
Number of Plys	-Plys
Composition
Radiant Heat
Range of Resistance
Risk in Dry Climates
Style
Shade (1 Light) - (7 Dark)
Strips / Plank	-Strips/Plank
Surface Texture
Surface Treatment
Surface Treatment Color
Tile Application
Touch Up Kit
Can be indoor?
Can be outdoor?
Direct Vent?
Easy-Linkable?
Energy Factor
Max Gallons Per Minute	- GPM
Max BTU's / Hour	- BTU's / Hour
Multi Control Capabilities
Temperature Range (with remote)
Life	Hrs
Input Wattage	W
Delivered Lumens	lm
Efficacy	lm/W
Color Temperature	K
Color Rendering Index (CRI)
Equivalent Wattage	W
Energy Savings