EARTH DAY FLASH SALE 2026 Q&A

Question 1

Is this sealer a best choice for new Douglas fir (hearty pine) flooring? I've heard that pine species wood needs to have oil based paint but not sure what the best choice would be for a clear sealer. Thank you for you help with this. View answer

Asked 11 ´months ago

Question 2

I'm hoping to use this on a 20x8 pine board floor. What amounts do you recommend and would you recommend I rent a floor buffer? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 3

Is forbo floor finish good for floors that are not finished or have a soap finish? Thank you View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 4

Would the DuroGrit work on thermally modified wood? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 5

Can this be used on new concrete? I'm looking for the best finish for an indoor concrete floor. View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 6

My deck is 196 sq ft. Will 1 kit be enough? I just want to be sure I'm understanding the information provided correctly. View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 7

Could this be used to refresh/polish an indoor teak wood table? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 8

The instructions say a RMC Accelerator B is required to be mixed in with Hybrid Wood Protector, but I cannot find RMC Accelerator B anywhere on the website. Where can I purchase RMC Accelerator B? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 9

Can I use this in a kitchen countertop? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 10

Is this best to use for pine tongue and groove for ceilings and wall? They are freshly mill from surrounding properties so unfinished and just want the natural color to shine and have some protection. View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 11

Can you apply a wax over this stain? I want to finish some unstained furniture but need it to match other pieces I aged with steel wool/vinegar and sealed with white liming wax. View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 12

I have an old deck with mildew etc. I am planning on sanding the deck then cleaning then applying GSDR. I would like a cedar or dark red color. Can I paint over GSDR? Will it fill cracks and if not what product would you recommend either before or after applying GSDR? Would you recommend a primer after cleaning from sanding before applying GDSR? Thanks View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 13

Is Oil Plus 2C effective when used on maple? I am considering using this to refinish maple hardwood floors, but I know the tight grain makes it less accepting of certain stains. Will it prevent wood from yellowing over time? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 14

I am putting in a western red cedar tongue and groove ceiling in our campervan: approximately 6' wide and 10'long. How much might I need (wondering if I should get smaller cans vs. The larger ones) and is this the best product to use for this application? It will encounter moisture from cooking (although we do have fans) Thanks! View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 15

I've applied an oil based poly to my wood floors. it's humid in my locale and I've had an issue with moisture in the subfloor during the summer. I was told I need to apply a breathable finish (after I take up the oil poly) and that water based poly is more permeable. Is the Monocoat breathable? Is it more vapor permeable than water based poly? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 16

I need to restore my deck, but have never painted a deck. Given the application method, what do you do about the underside of the deck? Is it common to leave it untreated? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 17

Can you tell me what all of the ingredients are in the Marmoleum floor finish are please?! View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 18

Will the Hybrid Exterior work well and look nice on outdoor Eastern Red (Aromatic) Cedar furniture? Will it amber the wood like spar/marine poly? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 19

Is this product suitable for the interior walls & benches in a sauna? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 20

Can I put a high gloss exterior finish over Rubio Monocoat 2C or Rubio Monocoat Hybrid Exterior Wood Protector? What is the difference between Rubio Monocoat Hybrid Exterior Wood Protector and the Rubio Monocoat Plus 2C? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 21

If I stain table components prior to assembly will wood glue work? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 22

How would I apply this on stairs, including also skirt board, mantle shoe mold and bannister? If I don't have a buffer, what process and what tools would I need? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 23

hello, tom with Siena cabinets here in las Vegas, NV. re: acrylacq:1st we spray gloss coat, then we wait 4 hrs. then we we then sand like a sanding sealer with 320 grit? then top coat with satin and let dry for 4 more hrs. or overnight and this is complete? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 24

Is this product non toxic? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 25

Do you have a smooth product to use on railings and vert spindles? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 26

I wanted a white oak natural color. My boyfriend was recommended by the paint shop that Rubio Monocoat Pure is the one. However it ruined the bookcase by making it dark when I wanted white wash natural white oak. How can I fix it and get a white oak color back? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 27

I used this on a dining room table and love the look, but it's extremely susceptible to grease or fats (butter, salad dressing, etc). They leave a smear even after wiping it up. Any suggestions on what to do? I'm thinking of sanding and resealing with something else. View answer

Asked 10 ´months ago

Question 28

I am looking to stain my alder windows and doors to match or compliment my white oak flooring, Darker stains seen to be blotchy. Do you have any recommendations for me? Should I use a pre-conditioner and if so which one do you recommend? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 29

We like how our exterior door looks with a simple coat of linseed oil but want to protect it further. Can a clear Rubio Monocoat Hybrid Exterior Wood Protector be applied on top of wood previously treated with linseed oil? Is there a time period to wait since the linseed oil was first applied or would this product not be compatible with linseed oil? Thanks in advance! View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 30

I am ordering Rubio Monocoat for my hardwood floors. I have a few questions. I am interested in purchasing the raw wood cleaner and the natural soap that is recommended in the application instructions. I don't think they are available on your site. Do you have alternate products that you recommend? Also, are the application and buffer pads that you show the regular nylon pads that would come with the floor buffer that I would rent? Lastly, I'm mixing two colors 1/2 and 1/2. If I store the extra - will it sit ok with the colors mixed together, or should I only mix them in each batch as I go, the way I'd mix in the step 2 oil. I know. This is an art project and I'm on my own. But, I thought I'd just ask in case. Thank you so much. View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 31

Do I have to prime first with perma bond even on seasoned new pressure treated wood? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 32

Would this product be the right choice for sealing a new outdoor redwood fence? I don't want a stain, just a clear seal over the wood to protect it from the elements. View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 33

Hi can I use this on a cork floor? What prep would it need. Thank you. View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 34

How often do you have to reapply? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 35

Will one of these products seal in mothball odours inside unpainted wood drawers? View answer

Asked 10 ´months ago

Question 36

Which afm sealer should I use for wood piece under my window - had leak and sanded out mold and now ready to close area but want to put sealer in the mold ? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 37

I want to paint and then seal my concrete basement. I assume this is the best concrete floor sealant you offer, do you offer any paints that pair well? View answer

Asked 11 ´months ago

Question 38

How many sf does quarter kit covers? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 39

Gulf Synthetics Permafill has been discontinued? What can I use instead? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 40

I am looking for some moisture protection on my new interior maple wood sills, with the purpose being better able to keep plant pots on them without water damaging the wood. 1) How helpful would this product be if the plants are in terracotta pots? 2) Can it be applied over your hard oil # 9? View answer

Asked 11 ´months ago

Question 41

Would this be a good product for an outside building made with cedar siding that's not been treated? If so, what steps are necessary to do before treating? View answer

Asked 11 ´months ago

Question 42

How much Rubio monocoat would it take to stain a bare wood 4 drawer dresser? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 43

I have a raw wood countertop and I love the light wood color and do not want it to "yellow" when sealing it. If I get the 5% white stain, will this compensate for the "yellowing"? Also, when applying the stain, will it darken if you overlap when applying it? for example, when i applied one of your darker stains on another counter, one coat was perfect, but I had to do some touch-ups and everywhere i touched-up was extra dark from the stain overlapping. Is this the same with the lighter colors? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 44

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 45

What stain do you recommend for using on my cutting board that my grandson handmade for me out of wood? I want to be sure it's safe. View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 46

Is there any advantage in using the indoor/outdoor version instead of the indoor version on interior floors? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 47

Working on wooden toys for young children and would like a darker color finish than the poplar wood i work with, which finish would you recommend i use or would i need to stay with the clear finishes for safety? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 48

We have been asked to recoat timber paneling externally (previously coated in Hybrid natural) with another coat after 4 years of weathering It is coming up more yellow this time around The client was not happy and asked if we can remove what we have done Is this possible and if so what is your recommendation to remove it Approx 7 days since application? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 49

Could you use this product indoors for living space on all walls? Does it have a lot of VOCs? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 50

I accidentally applied this to a weathered IPE deck without adding the Part B Accelerator as indicated in the instructions. What will happen? Do I need to redo it? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

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