Question 1

Best guess from multiple contractors is our front porch flooring is red cedar. It is not painted and is not sealed. I scrub it annually and would like to protect it. Also, it has a beautiful, deep, rich reddish color when wet. It would be nice to see that color when dry. I don't want to track the product into the house. What product would you recommend? View answer

Asked 7 ´years ago

Question 2

I have a one-year-old cedar wood fence. I'd like to put a non-toxic clear stain on it to protect it from age discoloration. I don't want toxic chemicals leaking into my garden beds. Any suggestions? View answer

Asked 7 ´years ago

Question 3

I have some bare drywall that appears to be outgassing in a new bedroom. I'm chemically sensitive and would like to try your SafeCoat transitional primer to seal the drywall, then paint over with your Safecoat zero VOC flat. Would this work? I tried primecoat HPV before but didn't like the smell. View answer

Asked 7 ´years ago

Question 4

Would you recommend the BioShield Wall Glaze or Safecoat AcriGlaze for mixing with latex paints to create faux finishes (with fabric, etc.) on walls? View answer

Asked 7 ´years ago

Question 5

I have some interior brick which is crumbling and creating dust. Would AFM Safecoat Grout Sealer be an appropriate product for this? View answer

Asked 7 ´years ago

Question 6

I purchased Marmoleum click plank flooring from you several years ago. I installed it in my kitchen and it has lasted well. I notice that some parts of the flooring look like dirt has gotten ground in to the floor. How should I clean it? View answer

Asked 7 ´years ago

Question 7

Could the EarthWeave Enertia carpet padding be used for the floor of a sleeping loft (minimal foot traffic) without having any carpet over it? I was thinking of several layers of it to make a soft sleeping surface (with sheets over a portion of it). Would it shed too much or would the surface come apart? View answer

Asked 7 ´years ago

Question 8

I need to paint the baseboards, window trim and doors in my house that have previously been painted with enamel paint. What paints(s) should I use to paint over enamel paint? View answer

Asked 7 ´years ago

Question 9

I discovered when I used Bon Ami (calcium carbonate) on my Marmoleum that I was able to get some long-standing stains off of the floor. I have faithfully used the Marmoleum cleaner and finish for the last five years, but I think I can restore some bad staining with Bon Ami. If I do that, and then apply finish after I'm done, will it hurt the floor? View answer

Asked 7 ´years ago

Question 10

Looking at the PermaBond/DeckRevive combo to fix weathered front step and back porch (100+ year-old house). Paint on the wooden railings is flaking / deck boards are chipping heavily.1. The instructions say you mix both products with a gallon of paint. If I use both PermaBond & DeckRevive, do you mix PermaBond with paint, or just Deck Revive as that's the final coat?2. Can I use stain instead of a paint? I'll paint the railing white, but I'd rather stain/seal the floor boards.3. Will I need to use another sealer after these two are applied?4. Do you have a product that can repair rotten wood? I've used epoxies (toxic?) before. Instead of replacing the rotten wood, I wondered if there were small job alternatives (like railings/window sills) View answer

Asked 7 ´years ago

Question 11

My oak floors are 60 years old and have never been refinished. They are in pretty good shape. Up till now I've been paste waxing them once or twice a year. I am older than the floors and it's killing me! Which of your products do you recommend? View answer

Asked 7 ´years ago

Question 12

I have up carpet and have a concrete floor with a big crack running through it. I had a foundation guy check it, and he said foundation is okay but crack needs to be sealed with epoxy before covering with any type of flooring such as ceramic tile. I am extremely chemically sensitive. Do you have a product that might work for this? View answer

Asked 7 ´years ago

Question 13

I'm refinishing a dresser for my daughter's nursery. My mother talked me into using Minwax Tung Oil finish on the dresser and I'm worried about the off gassing. Would any of your products work to solve this problem? View answer

Asked 7 ´years ago

Question 14

Do you have any food-safe wood stain sealers (for a salad bowl)? View answer

Asked 7 ´years ago

Question 15

I have an old wood dresser and live in San Francisco. The humidity is usually around 50% and our dresser and clothes in it have started to smell a bit funky. I tried cleaning it with vinegar and leaving it outside but the smell is still there. Do you think one of your products will seal in the smell and probably mold spores in the dresser? View answer

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Question 16

Do you have something I can use to seal a concrete bird bath that is leaking? It would have to be non toxic to birds drinking the water. Would you like me to experiment with a free sample of your product and report back to you? View answer

Asked 7 ´years ago

Question 17

We are planning on ordering new flooring by USFloors. Do we need those special tools listed in your tools section? Or are those items for a different kind of flooring? View answer

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Question 18

Can you tell me the shelf life of Forbo Cleaner and Forbo Matte Finish? I will be buying both, but don't want to over-buy more than I will use if products may lose effectiveness over time. View answer

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Question 19

What would you recommend for a front door finish? The door is new and made of walnut. It is not on the sunny side of our house and is set into the stone of the house. We purchased Safecoat Penetrating Oil for the cherry floors. Would that product work on an exterior application or do you suggest a different product? View answer

Asked 7 ´years ago

Question 20

I want to make an iron pipe table. I would like to paint the bottom black, but I'm looking for a non-toxic paint and it is hard to find. I did see your product for metal and I was wondering what color it was. If it is transparent, the legs wouldn't be as black as I want them, right? What would you recommend? View answer

Asked 7 ´years ago

Question 21

I'd like to use the ECOS paint but want a Sherwin Williams color. Can I have a custom color? View answer

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Question 22

I like to know if you have a 'green moisture barrier' for a floating floor. The Room is 180 sq feet. I'm also concerned about the bamboo creaking a bit? View answer

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Question 23

I want to paint my buffet cabinet knobs a darker color. Can I use the AFM Metal primer on them? If so, what would you recommend I use to paint the color I want? Do you have a special metal paint? View answer

Asked 7 ´years ago

Question 24

What is the difference between AFM SafeCoat Water Stop and AFM SafeCoat Water Shield? View answer

Asked 7 ´years ago

Question 25

What would you recommend to seal cedar wood on a child's outdoor playhouse? I want to keep the natural color of the cedar. A couple spots have faded sitting outside for a couple months, not sure if we should use a clear or a color that would match the cedar (if available). View answer

Asked 7 ´years ago

Question 26

Do you have any product to seal/paint over top gypcrete? View answer

Asked 7 ´years ago

Question 27

I'm looking for something non-toxic for sealing freshly painted indoor walls. I don't see anything that quite matches that. Do you have anything that's clear that works well on indoor walls? View answer

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Question 28

Can Marmoleum be used over radiant heat? View answer

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Question 29

I have several questions about Marmoleum Click Flooring: 1. Which size is easier to install: 12x36 or 12x12? 2. What chemicals are used in the floor finish? 3. Does this flooring initially have any chemical odor? 4. What vapor barrier do you recommend for a cement floor (2nd-floor condo)? Do I need padding? 5. Is it possible to use wool pad under Marmoleum Click? 6. How much does installation cost per sq. ft? View answer

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Question 30

Can Marmoleum be used over radiant heated floors? View answer

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Question 31

I'm so glad to find your selections of wool carpet since I have chemical sensitivities, but there are so many choices! I have four children at home so our carpet gets a lot of wear. Our budget doesn't stretch forever, either. Which of your carpets (for my living room and stairs) are sturdiest and hide stains best without a giant price tag? View answer

Asked 7 ´years ago

Question 32

I like the pictures I see of Marmoleum Flooring, but don't have the time to DIY. Can you recommend an installer? And how does this flooring compare in cost to vinyl or linoleum flooring? View answer

Asked 7 ´years ago

Question 33

We want to install the Marmoleum Composition Tile - MCT (glue-down tile) in our kitchen/dining & bath. Is this product recommended, or not recommended, for bathroom application? View answer

Asked 7 ´years ago

Question 34

I am trying to decide on whether to purchase Volcanic Ash in the 12-inch click or the 12-inch glue down tile. I know the price difference is key, but which one is more durable? It will be installed in a kitchen. Spills will happen, however I noted that it said to clean up spills before 30 minutes had passed...so I just wanted to check before I made my decision. View answer

Asked 7 ´years ago

Question 35

Which Marmoleum product do you recommend over slab concrete for a condo unit in Palm Springs, CA? The temps can reach 115 during the summer months and we have very low humidity. View answer

Asked 7 ´years ago | SAMPLE - Forbo Marmoleum Composition Sheet (MCS), Lemon Zest

Question 36

What would be the best non-toxic, no-VOC stain for a log home and deck? View answer

Asked 7 ´years ago

Question 37

I was told that no one makes luxury vinyl flooring/planks in the United States. I find that hard to believe. I don't want to buy from China for many reasons. What do you carry/sell that would be sturdy, dependable and made in the United States? We are looking for something that looks like wood. We have pets in the house, so thinking luxury planks would be best for us. View answer

Asked 7 ´years ago

Question 38

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

Question 39

I have an oak entertainment center that I am converting to a chicken coop where it will remain outdoors. Since pets will be in close proximity I'll need a non-toxic, no-VOC, weatherproof sealer to apply to the entertainment center. I think the unit is unfinished. It measures 28x65x53 and I'll need enough to cover the inside and out. There are a lot of options for sealers on your website. Could you help me narrow it down? How many coats are necessary? View answer

Asked 7 ´years ago

Question 40

I have gutted an area of my house (kitchen and one bedroom) that has some chemical off gassing and possible moisture issues. At this point, it is down to studs and a concrete slab floor. Some of the wooden framework is made with pressure-treated wood. My plan is to coat all of the studs with SafeSeal Hardcoat. But before I do, I was wondering if you have another recommendation. View answer

Asked 7 ´years ago

Question 41

I'm about to have some hardwood flooring refinished and a water-based polyurethane coating will be used. What questions do I need to ask to make sure no toxic ingredients will be used? Also, which is easier to install--Marmoleum click or Cork click? This will be for a DIY kitchen and mudroom installation. View answer

Asked 7 ´years ago

Question 42

We have an ash floor in our sun room and it is time to be refinished. I would like to get away from the conventional polyurethanes and was looking at your products. How would your product hold up to the sunlight, and what light stain product could I use with your sealer? View answer

Asked 7 ´years ago

Question 43

Would natural linoleum be a good option for flooring for a home gym? It is going to be under equipment that weighs around 1,000 pounds, in the basement. If it is a good option, could you send me a quote for a 10 foot x 10 foot section? Do you have any virgin rubber solutions? I'm looking for a product with zero off gassing. View answer

Asked 7 ´years ago

Question 44

We have a stained butcher block in our kitchen and use mineral oil, but would like a permanent sealer that is food grade. What do you recommend? View answer

Asked 7 ´years ago

Question 45

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

Question 46

Can your low gloss sealer be used on a colored concrete basement floor with in-floor heat? The concrete was beautiful before we finished the basement. Now it has some scratches and spray from putting in the sheetrock, etc. I can get most of the sheetrock spray off, but want to get the concrete to shine again. We built the house two years ago. View answer

Asked 7 ´years ago

Question 47

Do you sell a product to paint existing bathroom tile? I know there are products that are not eco-friendly, but would prefer something with less toxicity. View answer

Asked 7 ´years ago

Question 48

I've dresser drawers with an unpleasant smell when they are opened. These are solid wood for the sides and plywood for the bottom. I can't distinguish whether the smell is from the wood, or from the plywood. I want to seal it to eliminate off-gassing. I am considering various AFM Safecoat products.1. Can Polyureseal BP be used on unpainted solid wood directly? Can it be used on unpainted plywood?2. Can Hard Seal be used on unpainted solid wood directly? Can it be used on unpainted plywood?3. Can Safe Seal be applied on solid wood?I am inclined to use Polyureseal BP because the data shows that it offers better protection against off-gassing of formaldehyde, but I am not sure whether it can be applied on unfinished wood and plywood surfaces. View answer

Asked 7 ´years ago

Question 49

I'd like to stain my refinished hardwood floor and then apply a top coat like polyurethane. I'd like a stain for colour and something to protect it that is designed for floors. I would also use this on plywood floors that have been sanded BUT IT HAS TO BE water-based, zero-VOC or low-VOC and very little odour as well, as I am very sensitive to chemicals and smells. View answer

Asked 7 ´years ago

Question 50

I'm interested in trying the Deck Revive product for a smaller deck project. I notice that you sell Deck Revive in smaller, 1/4 kit sizes. But do you happen to sell the required PermaBond in 1/4 kits, too, or can you only purchase that in full size? View answer

Asked 7 ´years ago

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