Hardwood Floor Finishes Q&A

Question 1

Our current cabinets have stain and varnish on top of them. Do we need to sand down to the bare wood before we can use this product? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 2

Does this stain/sealer protect a bathroom vanity from moisture? I would like to make sure it is appropriate to use on a bathroom vanity where there would be some moisture. View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 3

We have a subfloor made up of mdf and plywood. Which product should I use to seal it if installing vinyl plank flooring over it? View answer

Asked 11 ´months ago

Question 4

will this work for unfinished bamboo cabinet faces? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 5

Does this product contain formaldehyde? View answer

Asked 2 ´months ago | AFM SafeCoat, Polyureseal BP

Question 6

Would this be safe for finishing a dining table? I'm not just looking for a sealer but also for stain. Do you have a recommendation if this isn't the best product? Thanks so much. View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 7

I'm looking for a finish to put on qtr/sawn white oak that will not change the color in any way. Can this be done with Rubio Monocoat..? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 8

Can this product be used on posts and handrails for stairs? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 9

I realize the RMC Oil Plus 2C need to be used within 4-6 hours, once mixed. I need to know if I open a can of Accelerator (part B) , and only need part of it, can I store it for another time? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 10

AFM Safecoat Naturals Oil Wax Finish over Pecan Wood, water spots that will not wipe off, please help. View answers

Asked 5 ´months ago | AFM SafeCoat, Naturals Oil Wax Finish

Question 11

Can I stain a butcher block counter already treated with a food-safe oil? View answer

Asked 5 ´months ago | Rubio Monocoat, Oil Plus 2C, Interior Stain and Sealer Kit

Question 12

What finishes are available for this product? View answer

Asked 2 ´months ago | AFM SafeCoat, Polyureseal BP

Question 13

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 5 ´years ago

Question 14

I inherited an old house with damaged cork tile with lots of cat urine (smelly). Some of the cork tiles are ruined, soaked with urine. To add to the problem, a lot of the cats are still here; most behave, but a few don't (they are indoor cats, I plan to rehome them soon). Enzymatic odor removers work well (should work...forever? - things like Angry Orange, Rocco & Roxie Professional Strength Stain & Odor Eliminator). Can I use the Enzymatic odor remover, then apply AFM SafeCoat Polyureseal BP or other AFM sealing product (please advise which) to seal the old cork tile, and then put your waterproof cork (floating) over it. I don't want to lay your waterproof cork flooring and then smell urine. Please advise? -Beverly View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 15

Can this be used on gun stocks? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 16

Can I leave the wax on overnight? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 17

Does this product works over Venetian plaster which is exterior and smoothly shiny? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 18

does this product have paraffin? View answer

Asked 7 ´years ago

Question 19

Hello, I plan to stain furniture for a chemically sensitive family. Can I use just the oil without applying the drying agent? Will it take longer, but dry anyway? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 20

Would this work on a dining room table? I recently refinished and am at raw wood. Am trying to understand best path forward? If I can use this, do I need a polymer sealer as well? Also am thinking of ordering samples of colors, can they be mixed to create further colors? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 21

Do you have a clear coat? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 22

Is it OK over acrylic sealed cement floor? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 23

Is your eco safe polyurethane sealant food safe? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 24

Is this wax pet safe? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 25

How long is the finish expected to last? In other words, how often should I expect to need to re-apply? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 26

How much Rubio Monocoat is needed to stain a dresser that is approximately 5ft tall x 3-1/2 feet wide? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 27

Will this product work on an Oriental Rosewood table? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 28

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 4 ´years ago

Question 29

How long does this wax take to fully cure? I've applied it 2 days ago and there are still footprints if I walk on it. Can it be buffed again at this point? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 30

How long before this could cure as Zero VOC? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 31

Can wax be used to seal and wax a polished concrete floor that has not been sealed yet? the concrete floor is also in floor hot water heated View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 32

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 33

Is the coverage listed for 1 coat or both coats? I will be finishing 1100 sq ft of 2x6 t&g pine, both sides (total 2200 sq ft of surface) View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 34

Hi. Is the hardwax food safe? Can I use it on countertops and tables that will encounter food? I used the hard oil #9 on my table first and am planning to now apply the hard wax. Is this order of application also safe for countertops? Thanks! View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 35

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 36

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 37

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 38

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

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 39

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 40

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 41

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 42

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 43

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 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

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 46

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 47

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

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 48

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

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 49

Can I walk on on my floor after 24 hrs has passed after applying bioshield oil #9? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 50

CAN POLYURESEAL BP MATTE BE SPRAYED FROM A CUP GUN TO FURNITURE View answer

Asked 3 ´months ago | AFM SafeCoat, Polyureseal BP

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