Concrete & Masonry Sealers Q&A

Question 1

I am trying to seal a galvanized stock tank for a fish pond would this hold water and be fish safe? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 2

I mosaic bird baths for our gardens and wonder if safecoat grout sealer can be used outside. I use glass and ceramic tiles, sanded and unsanded grout. It is important that I use something non toxic and not hazardous to my many birds who come to the birdbaths. Can I use the AFM Safecoat grout sealer,or can you suggest something else for me? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 3

I have tile backsplash behind my stovetop is this easy to clean in case of grease splatter? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 4

Can this be applied over black mastic? View answer

Asked 11 ´months ago

Question 5

Would this be ideal painted over our concrete floor before laying hardwood to stop radon gases? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 6

Can this be applied/ put directly on top of silicone? View answer

Asked 9 ´months ago

Question 7

We had our metal ductwork sealed a month ago and smells like smoke. Is there sealer to get rid of the smell or VOC in ductwork? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 8

I was wondering what would be the best cleaner for the floor after it's been sealed? I used this product on my entire house (have etched concrete floors that are just the slab foundation) and I am hesitant to use anything other than hot water on the floor. Is there anything you can recommend that wouldn't break down the sealer? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 9

How many AFM SafeCoat, Grout Sealer, 1-Quart do we need for 500 sq ft area with 18" x 18" tiles? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 10

Is there a datasheet available for this product? Trying to see if it claims reduction in vapor transmission.If not, is there a different waterproofing agent available to spray/apply to concrete that is compatible with Sustain 1195? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 11

Does this product contain PFAs or PFOAs? Also, would this work on limestone? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 12

Ok this is an odd question, I am building a reptile habitat for a bearded dragon. I am looking for a sealer for the enclosure that will be safe for my reptiles. I used concrete as the surface. This is a low humidity environment, so moisture isn't a huge problem. What I am looking to find out is how much the sealer changes the sheen of the concrete? I don't want a slippery wet look to the concrete. View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 13

I applied the micro etch to concrete that had been power troweled. Afterward I found a tiny pit in the concrete (1/32"). Will these pits be sealed up and flush with the top surface of the concrete or will there always be a tiny pit? What would you recommend I do, before or after the sealer, to address any tiny pits? The concrete was previously smooth as glass and I could not perceive any pits before hand at least, but they may have been there. Should I not leave the micro etch on as long as I did? (5 minutes then scrub with a brush as the bottle suggested). View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 14

I painted a countertop with a matte black paint. Could this be used to seal the paint job? What about for cabinets--to prevent chipping and damage from kitchen spills? If not, what would be the best to use? I am very sensitive to chemical smells/odors, so I need something that is low/no odor and preferably zero VOCs. Thanks! View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 15

Can I use this over Bostik Dimension urethane grout? My bathroom smells toxic and I need a solution to make the smell go away. View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 16

I have brand new outdoor travertine decking by the pool. My husband wants to seal it. I explained to him that I had a reaction to sealer on travertine Before where it game me chills. I was reading that some of those chemicals can affect your central nervous system. I'm concerned because I have two small grandchildren and I know they won't be wearing shoes fresh out of the pool. Is there any non-toxic products you recommend to seal outdoor travertine? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 17

Post application to concrete floor and exposed brick, how do you then clean and maintain over the years? Is there any documentation on care and maintenance? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 18

Can this be used on stainless steel water basin that's to be used as a hot tub for soaking? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 19

Before I sealed I used a 50/50 mix of bleach and water to clean dirt bird droppings etc. Can I still use this to clean the concrete after the sealer has cured completely? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 20

Hello, we're looking to have our floors redone. Our contractor said they add an additive to the grout to seal it in one shot. I believe they use miracle sealant. I want something more eco-friendly. Is this considered an additive that they could add to the grout or do you carry something like that? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 21

I don't need a gallon to seal the inside of two half wine barrel planters. Would a sample be enough ? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 22

How can a product be sold as safe and non-toxic if the label says to avoid breathing the vapor or mist? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 23

Hello, is this a penetrating sealer? Does this sealer allow for moisture to evaporate through grout joints? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 24

We plan to seal a radiant slab that's fully cured but not yet heated. It's inside the house - so we can keep the ambient temp and product temp nice and warm (~70). The slab itself is reading 50 on an instant read thermometer. Is that warm enough to fully penetrate? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 25

Can this be used to seal a concrete garage floor? I'm looking for something non-toxic that will make the floor easier to clean and less susceptible to oil stains, stone dust from our road, etc. View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 26

I need a non-toxic low odor sealer to seal crackle tile kitchen backsplash. Could you suggest a product please? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 27

Can this product be mixed in with the grout prior to installation instead of being applied on the grout lines after the tile is installed & dries? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 28

Could this be used to line the floor of a coop (with bedding on top)? I'm assuming this is safe around animals once properly applied/cured? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 29

What kind of adhesives would stick to this? I see that you can use thinset and tile over, but we are using a stone veneer product for our shower walls and need to glue it up. A two part epoxy adhesive is what is recommended by the manufacturer of the veneer. Would an epoxy based adhesive adhere to this product? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 30

Would this Waterstop or the watershield be better to use on slate veneer shower walls? The veneer has a waterproof resin backing, but I'm still wanting something to help the stone repel water View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 31

Can this product be tinted white? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 32

How do I get rid of white stuff out of my driveway it's stamped colored concrete? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 33

What do you recommend for maintaining seal on grout used on shower pebble floor (installed, including grout, a year ago)? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 34

What kind of finish does this have on brick. Glossy or matte? For our interior 100+ year old brick wall we are looking for a matte finish. View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 35

My 4 inch concrete slab was power-troweled and had a smooth finish put on it. What is your best product to create a colored finish? Thanks. View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 36

Howdy! I'm building a outdoor cat yurt structure using a mix of pressure treated new lumber and salvaged wood. Do I need to wait the 6-8 months for the pressure treated wood to season outside before applying this? And will this combat the wood greying from UV? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 37

Can this be used over your penetrating concrete sealer, and if so, how long do we wait after applying the sealer? View answer

Asked 9 ´months ago

Question 38

bot a fixer-upper --any experience with covering up cat odor that has seeped into subfloor? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 39

I would like to paint the concrete walls of my basement egresses white. They have some mildew I can't get off with the cleaners I have...what should I use as paint, and how should I prepare the walls? There is a bit of a plastic canopy over the egress, but not sealed. water and air gets in (I won't paint the floor of the egress). Thank you! View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 40

What can go over this to protect the concrete floor paint from being scuffed? Poly bp is for wood. Mexeseal? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 41

Best concrete floor paint color? I was thinking zen retreat or london road? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 42

can I use this to paint over old linoleum and or vinyl floors in kitchen? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 43

Can this be used to paint over old linoleum and laminate kitchen floors? (if they are lightly sanded) View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 44

Can this be used on garage floor in place of garage floor epoxy? Cars/Suvs will be parked and removed daily. View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 45

I need a certified food grade concrete floor paint for the inside of a walk in cooler in a restaurant. What do you have that is durable? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 46

Is there a color chart available? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 47

Will your "Safecoat" product work over a primer of another brand? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 48

can this be used for outside stucco? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 49

Can this be used outdoors on a front entrance concrete slab or on a concrete patio? View answer

Asked 10 ´months ago

Question 50

Can this be sprayed with a HVLP unit? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

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