EARTH DAY FLASH SALE 2026 Q&A

Question 1

I have a dining table that is butcher block. I would like to stain it darker but not sure what product would be good for a table that is food safe for my young kids. Can you suggest a stain for butcher block table? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 2

how soon can i apply another coat of Monocoat universal maintenance oil? It is for a beam Mantel. It was first treated with Rubio Monocoat pure View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 3

Hi, I wish to use Rubio for another project-but this time I'm not wishing to add color (beautiful cherry already) just protection. What should I use? View answer

Asked 7 ´years ago

Question 4

Can the Permabond be applied 24 hours before the deck revive ? View answer

Asked 7 ´years ago

Question 5

I am wanting to use your Rubio Monocoat, Oil Plus 2C, Interior Stain Kit on my HEMLOCK flooring. I would love to finish to look like the current sanded raw wood. We sampled the PURE (clear) and it added a sheen and a slight amber. Do you have a color you would suggest it I want the wood to appear 'untreated'? I know it needs some sheen as a matte finish shows everything.Thank you View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 6

I was hoping to use this on patio furniture, but I see that it is interior only. The furniture is under a deck and will not be directly rained on, but will be exposed to extreme humidity (I live in Mississippi) and the occasional rain blowing in. Will this product work or is there another that is recommended? View answer

Asked 7 ´years ago

Question 7

What 100% acrylic colored gloss paint do you sell that would work with this? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 8

Is this suitable for a new cedar (western red cedar) fence? If not, which is the most suitable stain+seal product for it? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 9

How long does it take for permabond to dry before using deck revive over it? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 10

Is this product appropriate to seal a new, outdoor (under patio roof, will not be rained on) freshly assembled, painted by manufacturer, metal planter box? I want to seal the edges and prevent leaks at side seams for watering plants. If this product is not the proper one, do you have something that is? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 11

Can this be applied on a banister? If so, what would I use to apply it since it's not a flat surface? View answer

Asked 7 ´years ago

Question 12

can I mix with Behr DeckOver? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 13

I am going to redo my deck this spring and will first be using Perma Bond Primer, do you need to use the paint color in this also, the same as you use on the Deck Revive??? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 14

For sample purposes do I need Part B? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 15

I have a teak outdoor couch from CB2 (search Naya Sectional online) that has started to turn grey. I am looking for alternatives to "teak oil" which apparently doesn't work that well. However, I know that teak is a special wood because it has so much oil naturally in it. Can I use the Rubio Hybrid Exterior Wood protector on this couch, and what color would you recommended to help preserve the golden color? "teak" color? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 16

What are the ingredients of this non-toxic floor finish? View answer

Asked 7 ´years ago

Question 17

Need outdoor stain for front steps and porch. Wood is brand new, fir and pine. Will these two wood types absorb the stain similarly? (fir for stairs, pine for porch; like the Sutton Grey color). How many years does the stain last? When it's time to reapply, can we apply the stain over the existing Rubio Monocoat, or do we have to sand off to reapply? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 18

What can I use to remove the pecan nut stains on my revive deck? View answer

Asked 7 ´years ago

Question 19

Would this product be safe to use on a wooden house I will be setting outside for my feral cats? I am looking for no/low VOC;no harsh chemicals; UV protection; non toxic to wildlife View answer

Asked 7 ´years ago

Question 20

Thinking of using Rubio Monocoat on raw ponderosa pine. I need to stain to match Knotty Alder doors that I finished with the penetrating oil with wax. Turned out beautiful but darker than expected. Does the pine need to be pre conditioned to control the grain and which color would best match? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 21

What is the difference between the pure and the natural Rubio Monocoat? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 22

Can the colors be mixed to make a custom color? View answer

Asked 7 ´years ago

Question 23

I am planning on making an epoxy river table. I have heard a lot of good things about the Monocoat Oil + 2C Kit. How well would this work for sealing a dining table, against the normal wear and tear one might see there, like heat, water, and food spills? Would I need to re-apply on a schedule? Is it safe? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 24

I've read everything and still don't understand. Do I need to purchase other products to use this kit? I know I need a gallon of gloss paint, but I'm seeing links to other products as well. This is already very expensive for very small coverage. The kit doesn't come with everything I'll need, aside from the paint? One ingredient isn't available anymore and Quickrete is the required replacement. Is this non-toxic? Thank you. View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 25

Can Rubio Monocoat be used on a teak veneer tabletop? If so, does it take after a light sanding? Or need other prep? Thanks! View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 26

Is Forbo's "Gloss Floor Finish" the same as (or do the same thing as) Forbo's Marmoleum Residential Floor Finish? Want to be sure it's safe to use on our marmoleum floor. View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 27

Is the Perma Bond or the Perma Fill applied first? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 28

What are the instructions for applying Rubio Monocoat to pine molding and not a floor? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 29

I'm looking for a safe stain to use on my raised garden boxes. I'd like a little dark staining and a protectant. Can you recommend something? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 30

I have used Rubio on my front exterior door. The area gets a lot of hot sun and the door has faded and is very dry. Is there a product that I should use in addition to the stain? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 31

The original flooring in my historic (1923) house is red pine, very common in this neighborhood (Fairmont district, Fort Worth TX). We uncovered it a year ago and it looks like most areas were not finished but simply covered. I really like the hand rubbed Matt look and nontoxic aspects of Rubio Monocoat Oil Plus. Would this be a good stain and sealer for these floors? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 32

Will one kit of Deck Revive supply the two coats that are necessary? Deck is about 300 sq ft. Thanks! View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 33

What would you recommend to seal a new bathroom vanity? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 34

We are refinishing 440 sf of red oak flooring with your product White Cotton how much should I order? I'm thinking 2- 1.3L? Oak is a bit porous. View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 35

I saw in one of your older answers that you recommend Perma Fill for deep cracks. What do you consider a deep crack? 1/8" 1" or somewhere in between? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 36

Can I use this product to adhere my watercolor paintings to canvas and also use it as a protective varnish on top of the painting? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 37

Can I use this finish on vinyl tile? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 38

Do you have to add paint.. we wanted a natural wood look if possible? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 39

I put a coating of deck revive on my deck a few years ago, but there are places where it has peeled a little. I also have some boards that needed to be replaced so I need to put on a fresh coat on those boards. Do I need to apply the Permabond over those areas of the Deck revive that need a little touch up? Or just apply the new deck revive over the existing coat? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 40

My deck will be two colors. Is a quart of gloss paint a REQUIREMENT? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 41

Can I use Permabond with a topcoat of something other than Deck Revive? To be honest, the reviews for Deck Revive are not very good so I wanted to use something else. Thanks! View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 42

Can this be used on outdoor patio furniture, including an outdoor dining table? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 43

I was wondering if after using this two part wood oil stain if sealing the wood still needed to be done? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 44

Need something to paint the inside of custom fabricated PureBond plywood cabinets that are going in our laundry room. Would this be good to use for that application? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 45

Do I need to stain after using this product I cleaned wood down to bare? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 46

Should I use a sealer on a new installed marmoleum click flooring? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 47

I have a 40 year old teak dining room table. After wiping it down there are areas that are lighter than others from rubbing too hard. can I apply this Koloranti teak oil to blend the light and darker areas to make them less noticeable without stripping the wood down first. I am not looking for perfection just an improvement? Thank you View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 48

for a deck, will surface be slippery? looking to reduce slippery surface when wet. thanks View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 49

I purchased this product years ago from Gemini Coatings which apparently acquired Gulf. Is this the same product? (if I recall correctly the bucket and label look the same). View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 50

I have an untreated IPE deck in Northern CA near the coast, gets foggy but burns off mid morning, I have Rubio Monocoat 5" white inside my house and love it, really want to use the Rubio exterior in Look Ipe - my question is do I need to power wash my deck prior to using the Rubio exterior wash? And will the look ipe look very similar to how the ipe looks now ? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

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