Is the natural oak a white oak or red oak base? View answer
Asked 7 ´months ago | GBS Waterproof Hardwood Click Flooring
is the 176 for one shingle View answer
Asked 7 ´months ago | EcoStar Traditional Cedar Shake Roof Tiles
Are the edges for an 8x10 rug finished? View answer
Asked 7 ´months ago | Wool Carpet by Earth Weave, Dolomite
What is the thickness of the 4" board? View answer
Asked 7 ´months ago | 136581
Can this be used on floors? View answer
Asked 7 ´months ago | Bioshield, Clay Paint - Venetian Collection
The wall-to-wall carpet and padding in our lower-level living area developed a musty smell shortly after receiving six inches of rain within two hours. The carpet and pad were removed and discarded. The base floor is untreated concrete slab and we found no visual sign of mold, mildew or water entry on concrete slab or carpet/pad. Cleaning the floor with soap and water and running multiple dehumidifiers for 2 weeks eliminated the odor. We then applied Concrobium mold control (to be safe). We'd like to seal the concrete to prevent moisture vapor from migrating through the concrete in the future. The folks at AFM recommended using MexeSeal for this purpose. As you carry both MexeSeal and Green Building Supply Sealer. Which product do we use? View answer
Asked 7 ´years ago
I lost my home in the N. California Valley wildfire, 7 months ago. I purchased a new home and I can't be on the deck during the day, because heat from the sun reactivates the oil-based stain on the deck, making me ill. I've chemical allergies, especially to oil-based stains (triggering Asthma). I've stripped some of the oil off (using citrus-based natural stripper - SafeStrip) and need to cover the deck with a barrier to reduce outgassing of the oil-based stain residuals, protect the wood, not outgas after it cures. Would Deck Revive and PermaBond create a barrier to block the residual oils from reactivating when heated by the high noon sun? Do you have any suggestion on ways of stripping oil-based stain not using toxic chemicals? View answer
Asked 10 ´years ago
You mention it "reduces abrasion", is that specified somewhere? Does it allow same level of movement as rosin paper? Manufacturer of OSB in a two layer subfloor layout calls for 15lb felt (prevent squeaking). Doing 1 x 6" wood slats as 1st subfloor layer, then underlayment on top of the 1st subfloor layer (15 lb felt, or equivalent, presumably silicon vapor shield, aka SVS), then a 1 1/8" OSB subfloor layer, which we xxxx down through the underlayment with 1 3/4 inch decking screws. a) Do we staple/nail down silicon vapor shield or loose lay? Maybe underlayment seal tape to cover seams? Or double sided tape to secure to the floor/prevent it from moving as the OSB 4' x 8' sheet is placed on top of it and screwed down to 1st layer subfloor? View answer
Asked 5 ´years ago
Hi, I'm hoping someone can answer this that has a lot of experience with the products as I don't want to mess up my cabinets and flooring by sealing them incorrectly. I bought a 4.5 year old home and I am not feeling well in the home. It's probably outgassing? The flooring is a wood laminate. Are there any products that could be used to seal the laminate floor? Any other suggestions if not? And also, what about cabinets. Is there a seal for the cabinets given they are not painted but stained a dark espresso color? I would not want to mess up the finishes on them but at the same time I cannot be sick in my home so any suggestions you have would be greatly appreciated. I will do what it takes to be stay healthy. Thank you View answer
Asked 4 ´years ago
Is AFM WaterShield the right product to apply to the walls in a bathroom to repel moisture? The previous owner of my home had a bathroom (with shower) built, with NO fan to deal with moisture in the air when the shower is running. When I use this shower I use a window fan to push the moist air out, but, lots of moisture collects on the walls/ceiling in the bathroom. No issues with mold/mildew. How can I make these walls more hydrophobic so when the shower is used, the condensation that collects doesn't stick so readily, allowing the walls to dry more quickly after being wiped down. I will get a bathroom fan installed eventually but I want to add a water repellent on the walls (applied on top of the wall paint). Any product suggestions? View answer
Asked 4 ´years ago
Currently have 20 yr old cork flooring in our home I want to replace to keep the sustainable nature the designers initially intended. Much of the floor has dramatically faded due to sunlight. Will sanding floor bring back the original color? We have floating cork planks in kitchen over radiant floor heating (buckled from water damage, have large floor gaps) and glue down cork squares in areas with baseboard heating. Your website seems to say the Waterproof CORK look floors need to be initially top coated then regularly resanded and varnished to make them waterproof while the wood look is maintenance free? If additional top coating is needed for the cork look why is the price different from regular cork flooring? Thoughts on Osmo Polyx-Oil? View answer
Asked 3 ´years ago | Cork Flooring
Planning a kitchen install. My original floor is wall to wall, including under cabinets, appears to be Armstrong linoleum sheet flooring. As I plan to remove the cabinets to have them re-finished, I would like to do another wall to wall installation. I understand a floating floor does not lend itself to be placed under fixed furnishings. While I have seen reference to installing this floor as a floating floor over linoleum, can this product be installed as a glue-down directly over the original linoleum, assuming it is flat, smooth, and sound, or will I need to go down to the original subfloor if I am planning a wall to wall glue-down installation? I have read the standard and glue-down installation guides and do not see a clear answer. View answer
Asked 5 ´years ago | Cork Flooring
I've a project with several slabs of raw live-edge Saman Acacia wood installed as kitchen counters, vanity top, and as a breakfast nook. The project is in the midwest (high humidity area) and need to ensure the finish is waterproof (around the undermount sink and in a bathroom) and does not require frequent maintenance. While a poly coating would likely be the best waterproofing option, we don't want to cover our raw wood with a plastic-looking coat and prefer to be able to spot refinish. We've had Bioshield #9 recommended to us but I wanted to see if AFM penetrating oil or AFM oil wax would be a better option in terms of waterproofing and longevity for my Saman Acacia? View answer
Asked 4 ´years ago
If properly formulated paint is "pigmented" with Barium Sulfide NOT Titanium Oxide it will reflect high energy infrared light, like snow which is white reflecting nearly all the light that hits it. See the youtube "Tech Ingredients" where a professor makes Barium Sulfide paint and demonstrates that it will stay cool even in the sun, if properly shielded from low energy ambient infrared will cool below ambient temps. Do you guys know if "Cool Coat" paint works like this? This may be like this but just on a Macro scale, where Barium Sulfide forms microscopic balls that do the reflecting. Are these glass balls all different sizes? because they would need to be to be more effectively layered into a dense layer to allow for proper reflection. View answer
Asked 3 ´years ago
Dry chemistry components do not breakdown completely. Following Instructions Mixed components in 65 degree shop after having set for several days in 60 degree plus space. Added liquid together with exterior gloss acrylic paint. Stirred liquids for several minutes. Added dry components gradually while mixing, continued mixing. Mixed for 10 minutes and found the mix grainy as though there was sand in mix. Let mix set for 20 minutes and remixed, I mixed with drill driven mixer for 15 minutes more. Still grainy. Applied to deck and rails. Result was rough sandpaper finish. Disappointed. Rails too rough to rest bare arms on and deck too rough for kids to want to run and play on. I've used three kits and results all the same. What's wrong? View answer
Asked 7 ´years ago
My husband and I really appreciated advice from your experts. New project: our 1970s yellowish laminate countertops. On a very limited budget raising a large family. With each upgrade we want to pursue safer choices. We've read about concrete countertops on the EWG site as being safe with no off-gassing. Also read about concrete overlays of existing laminate countertops. We would really appreciate advice on how to affordably and safely upgrade approx 55sq feet of laminate countertop. Are concrete overlays safe? What overlay product is safest? What concrete sealer for food surfaces? Curious if linoleum countertops over the laminate would be a safe affordable choice. If so what product is safest and most affordable? Thank you, Emily Herron View answer
Asked 2 ´years ago
I am sampling one AC vent in my home. The vent grills have what appears to be dark mold on them. I would like to take a sample from the surface of the grills (visual mold) and also attach the petri dish to the same vent. Can I put the surface mold on 1/2 the petri dish and leave the other half empty when I attach the petri dish to the AC vent. If I need to use 2 tests, one for the air flow coming out of the AC vent (attach to the AC vent) and one for the surface mold, is it ok to swipe the surface of both the grills and the inner wall of the same AC vent. I didn't know if I need 2 test kits for sampling the AC grills and the vent wall on the inside of the AC grills. It is black with suspected mold growth too, unless it is just dust. View answer
Asked 5 ´years ago
I inherited an old house with damaged cork tile with lots of cat urine (smelly). Some of the cork tiles are ruined, soaked with urine. To add to the problem, a lot of the cats are still here; most behave, but a few don't (they are indoor cats, I plan to rehome them soon). Enzymatic odor removers work well (should work...forever? - things like Angry Orange, Rocco & Roxie Professional Strength Stain & Odor Eliminator). Can I use the Enzymatic odor remover, then apply AFM SafeCoat Polyureseal BP or other AFM sealing product (please advise which) to seal the old cork tile, and then put your waterproof cork (floating) over it. I don't want to lay your waterproof cork flooring and then smell urine. Please advise? -Beverly View answer
Asked 5 ´years ago
I can see in other Q&A's Marmoleum is not a good choice as an area rug over a hardwood floor in a high traffic area. Can't I superglue a grippy felt pad underneath and then lay it on a hardwood floor? For under a dining room table and chairs. Also considering making another rug under an island seating area, w/ bar stools. That's a lot of dragging of chairs, which could have pads on the legs. I'm not sure how I'd border the "rug" so that it doesn't get nicked. Maybe some carpet trim upholstery sewn onto the marmoleum and attached felt rug pad? I thought I could stencil a design onto the marmoleum and then seal it. (Using low-voc products, of course.) Any creative ideas? The horrible-for-the-planet vinyl floorclothes look amazing! Help me! View answer
Asked 6 ´years ago | SAMPLE - Forbo Marmoleum Striato - Sheet, Desert Sand
what do you use to cut it with? View answer
Asked 6 ´years ago | Countertops
Can a 1.25" thick slab span 56" clear? View answer
Asked 2 ´years ago | Countertops
How do you finish fabrication cuts? View answer
Asked 6 ´years ago | Countertops
What is the lead time needed to order the paperstone for a countertop? View answer
Asked 6 ´years ago | Countertops
do you make custom size countertops? View answer
Asked 1 ´year ago | Countertops
I have a paperstone kitchen counter and have ordered the paperstone cleaner and rejuvenator from you previously. Do you still carry it and/or know who might? Or recommend a substitute cleaner and rejuvenator for paperstone. It has a lot of watermarks around the sink area and some fading spots from sun light. Any recommendations are most appreciated. View answer
Asked 5 ´years ago | Countertops
Do you have quick ship colors?Do you have 1" thick material? View answer
Asked 3 ´years ago | Countertops
Name of distributor in or near Philadelphia pa area? View answer
Asked 5 ´years ago | Countertops
how much does the 1.25X30X144 slab weigh? View answer
Asked 5 ´years ago | Countertops
How big are your samples? View answer
Asked 1 ´year ago
Cost for 30" by 144" red ? Is it difficult to cut for sink? View answer
Asked 5 ´years ago | Countertops
Is the dark still available? View answer
Asked 6 ´years ago
Can this be used on gun stocks? View answer
Asked 6 ´years ago
Why can't I find number 36? View answer
Asked 6 ´years ago
Can I leave the wax on overnight? View answer
Asked 5 ´years ago
does it work on manufactured wood floors that are prefinished? View answer
Asked 6 ´years ago
does this product have paraffin? View answer
Asked 7 ´years ago
What is the percentage of carnauba and beeswax? View answer
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