Question 1

I scrubbed some sap off my flooring with an abrasive sponge and discolored patches of it. What can I do to match the color again? Or will this finish be able to even out the tone? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 2

Does the wood need to be sanded before applying? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 3

What sealant is best for melamine particle board? I had new cabinets installed and can't tolerate the off gassing from them. View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 4

I just received a stone top outdoor dining table that needs to be sealed. Would this product work well for that purpose? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 5

Is this safe for an outdoor tortoise enclosure? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 6

Someone recommended this to put over painted plywood walls instead of Hard Seal. What's the difference? Is this correct? I'm having bad VOC reactions to wood under the pain or the paint itself (or combo) and need to be able to seal everything that is painted already. View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 7

I am hoping to use the Rubio oil plus 2C on a birch butcher block countertop (for a home office work space, not for kitchen food prep). The unfinished birch is very light, and I would like to end up with a warm honey color. Any thoughts on what would work best? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 8

Hello! I am looking to seal a raw wood step stool that my kids will be using in the bathroom and am looking for a safe product since they will be stepping on/standing on/touching it many times per day. Would this product, AFM SafeCoat, Acrylacq, be the best option for this? Thank you in advance for your feedback! View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 9

Does this prevent greying? View answer

Asked 7 ´years ago

Question 10

Is it safe on kitchen table and cutting boards use for food? View answer

Asked 7 ´years ago

Question 11

What should I use to seal pressure treated wood (outside) so the chemicals are sealed in? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 12

Can you apply this and then paint on top of it? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 13

I am removing old vinyl tile flooring from the 1980's that was glued down with a black adhesive that has an incredibly strong chemical odor. It doesn't contain asbestos, we had it tested. The subfloor is plywood. The smell is definitely coming from the adhesive because there is no smell at all until the flooring comes up. Can we apply the Hard Seal over the adhesive that's stuck to the subfloor to encapsulate the chemical off-gassing before installing the new wood floor? The last thing I want is for some horrible chemical reaction between this product and the adhesive. (Unfortunately we do have to remove the vinyl flooring rather than lay the new wood flooring over it because it's so uneven.) View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 14

Hi I have been searching for this product as a safe option for my vegetable planter boxes. Will you please ship to NZ? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 15

Is this safe to apply during pregnancy? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 16

Can I use this product to seal acrylic painted wooden toy blocks? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 17

Has anyone used this in a horse barn for stall fronts and interior walls? Looking for a low voc, non toxic stain/sealant for horse stalls. View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 18

I have an Ikea Billy bookcase I recently purchased that smells. Is AFM Hard Seal the correct product to stop off gassing of VOCs and other chemicals? Also, it is already attached to the wall. If I put this product on it do I need to avoid the room for a number of days after to air it out? When is it safe to return to the room due to fumes? Also, does it immediately stop off gassing once dry? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 19

Is this safe for painting a baby crib? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 20

If I want to put it over vinyl on a plastic kids plate is it food safe? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 21

Hello, I'm busy cleaning my attic from a mice infestation. I am scrubbing the sheetrock and studs with safe choice cleaner and thought it a good idea to use 'safe seal' as a final step to help rid any odors from mice urine. Would that product be appropriate or do you have another suggestion? thanks, karen View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 22

I discovered oak floors in my kitchen after pulling up layers of vinyl flooring. I want to sand the floor and protect with a non-toxic product that will stand up to a kitchen, My concern is to protect a floor susceptible to water food splashes etc. I can't leave the home and am sensitive to toxic fumes. What product would you recommend? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 23

Is this the right product for old wooden wagon wheels used outside? We are in Wisconsin. View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 24

Just bought brand new kiln dried cedar rockers and want to seal them so they don't grey in color. Was recommended to use water based sealant? Will this protect well enough? It is on a covered porch facing East! Very well shaded. View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 25

Does this material gets foot prints? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 26

Can this be applied over wood that has been treated with boiled linseed oil? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 27

Will this darken the look of white oak? Looking to seal a tabletop in matte to look as natural as possible View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 28

Can this be used to seal dishes, and is it food safe? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 29

I was wanting to use this to encapsulate oil based stain, but read it is not too be used on oil based product. Is there another product like this that will work? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 30

Is this safe for toys and what is the drying time? Does it change the color of the wood or keep it natural? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 31

Hi! Looking for a low voc glaze to be used close to, but not in, a shower. Would this be suitable? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 32

Will this sealer prevent scratching of a painted metal surface and is it good safe? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 33

I have a floor with Rubio Monocoat, Oil Plus 2C, smoke color with some fading due to sun exposure. How would this be remediated? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 34

I have a fiberglass tub that had many holes so I paint it with a pool paint but it wears down after a while,will your product adhere to and seal the tub? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 35

I have furniture grade plywood with a veneer on the front and back with only the plywood exposed around the edges. Should I only seal the edges of the veneer as well? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 36

Is this product heat resistant? Can hot pots and pans be placed on it? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 37

Is this safe to use on the inside of a garden box? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 38

Can/Should your product, AFM Safecoat Hard Seal, be used to seal in off gassing formaldehyde on new hardwood furniture? I purchased a writing desk online. The box said the desk was manufactured in Vietnam. The wooden desk wreaks of VOC fumes! Thank you for your reply. View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 39

Will this darken concrete? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 40

Hello! I need to treat a play set made with pressure treated wood. What stain would be best for this for exterior use? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 41

I'm using contact paper to cover my . countertops Can I seal it with this? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 42

How does the product do in sealing color pigments? View answer

Asked 7 ´years ago

Question 43

What shade would this oil be on pine? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 44

I demo'd some old 12x12 tiles from our basement floor that I now suspect had asbestos in them. I need to SEAL that cement floor & adhesive residue STAT. What is the best, low odor product for that type of job.? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 45

Does this product gives a shine look or just seals the wood? I'm looking for something to use in dining table and chairs but without changing their natural color much. View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 46

Does this seal in VOCs? My neighbor installed a fence that stinks to high heaven and I'm looking for something that will stop the smell and off-gassing of the cheap ugly fence :) View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 47

I have a wood piece of dining room furniture from South America that has really nasty odor when I open the doors. Smells toxic. Finish inside is yellow. I want to ensure is safe to store items inside. Not sure what product of yours to use since I do not know if finish on interior is oil- based or not? it's a pretty piece & have been using as decoration only but will need to sell if I can't also use for storage. Thanks. View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 48

Is this product FDA compliant? View answer

Asked 7 ´years ago

Question 49

I want to retouch my wooden windows. They are old and scratched by cats. The cats are in the house and like to sit on the windows. I need something non toxic for them and immediately drying. What do you have for it? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 50

I am looking for a sealer that will not change the finish for a Restoration Hardware Unsealed Salvaged pine table. I want it to remain matte and not yellow. Is this the product you would suggest? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

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