Hardwood Floor Finishes Q&A

Question 1

Would this wax work well on a sealed Earth floor? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 2

What is the percentage of carnauba and beeswax? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 3

I have new solid oak floors that have been sealed with AFM naturals oil wax finish. They are beautiful when looking straight down at them; however when looking lengthwise they look dry and show sanding variations. (We took this flooring from tree to floor after years of drying time and we sanded them instead of having a professional). Would the bioshield help even out the look? Also we live in a very sandy area and have pets. There will be a lot of traffic on these floors. Would I need to strip the bioshield and start over periodically or can I just continue to apply and buff? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 4

I have a copper top table that I've used Johnson paste wax on. Will this work on top of that? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 5

Can this be used on painted woods? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 6

Is it good for granite polishing? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 7

Is it harmful to dogs? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 8

Can I put this over a 2 part hardwood finish? Does this product need stripping at times? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 9

If I already used pure tung oil on a butcher block, can I put this over it as a top coat for protection and finishing shine? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 10

Hello, I was advised to use this wax for tadelakt plaster finish - what is the coverage per ounce? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 11

Can I use this product on a little table (Made of:concrete/granite stone powder /natural jute fibers and water) that will live outdoors in a mild Southern California climate? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 12

How long does hard oil #9 have to dry before i use Bioshield floor and furniture wax? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 13

Does this product come in a sample size? I don't see the option under 'size'. View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 14

how do I get the accelerant if I only want the 100 ml bottle? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 15

Is this product appropriate for a small child's table and chair? Will the finished surface be easily cleaned off food and other messes? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 16

I'm wondering if you are an open showroom and if you sell Rubio Monocoat in your store?? Would be coming from Des Moines, but don't want to make the trip if you don't have it in stock. View answer

Asked 9 ´years ago

Question 17

Should a wood conditioner be used prior to application of one of the color oils to avoid a blotchy finish on poplar or birch? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 18

http://www.greenbuildingsupply.com/All-Products/Paints-Coatings-Wood-Stains-Sealers/Rubio-Oil-Plus-2C-Kit<BR>There are two components of this product. Can mixed final product be stored and then used at a later time? If not, are instructions for the proportions of each components included with the product, so one can mix as much as he needs as he goes?<BR>Lastly, if one decides to seal the surface after using this stain, which odor-free product would you recommend? View answer

Asked 10 ´years ago

Question 19

Can the 2 cans be resealed? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 20

Ref: Rubio Monocoat, Oil Plus 2C Interior Stain and Seal Kit. I would be using this on new plywood cabinetry inside my van. I plan to do all the sealing, staining, and curing of the wood pieces outside the van. My concern is spontaneous combustion of the cured oil-stained wood on a hot sunny 120 deg. F day when the interior surfaces baked by the sun can reach temperatures of over 180 deg. F. Will this be safe to use in this situation or should I only consider water-based sealers and stains? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 21

We stained our wood-clad patio doors with the walnut-colored Rubio Monocoat, after testing the stain color on a piece of 1x4. The doors turned out much lighter than the swatch shown on your website and also much lighter than the test piece.<BR>We would like to go darker on the color. However, with the doors being wood-clad (i.e.. thin veneered on the inside surface), we wouldn't be able to sand them down to re-stain them. What would you suggest we do? Can we layer another darker-colored Monocoat? Will the wood take on more color? If not, what are our options? We have pets at home so we have to use VOC free products. View answer

Asked 10 ´years ago

Question 22

Hi on your site one can buy a sample size for $9.95. It's unclear if that includes the part b or accelerator. I have never used the product and would like to try a sample.First. How to do that? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 23

I build custom recording studio furniture, mainly desks. I'm currently using solvent based stain and a pre cat lacquer spray for the finish. I'm looking for a new approach that can be applied faster, and doesn't require the loss of brain cells (even with a respirator I can smell the lacquer as I spray). Rubio Monocoat seems to be advertised for wood flooring, but would it be suitable for a daily use desk? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 24

How long after opening can Pure Rubio Monocoat oil interior be stored? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 25

Hi, can I use Rubio Monocoat, Oil Plus to stain old kitchen cabinets? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 26

I would like to get a natural product which I could use to refinish the hardwood floor. Is there any product you have that does not need sanding or light sanding? View answer

Asked 10 ´years ago

Question 27

Looking for the right product to finish my new walnut veneer bathroom vanities. Would I use this product or the hybrid product? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 28

Where is the MSDS for component B? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 29

Does the Touch of Gold contain actual gold in it? Why is it more than twice as expensive as the other colors? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 30

Can this product be applied to old engineered hardwood? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 31

Looking for advice on what to use for indoor and outdoor (will be making both) woodworking projects for stains and sealants? Thanks! View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 32

I want to order the Rubio Oil Plus 2 part and I found this link: http://www.greenbuildingsupply.com/All-Products/Paints-Coatings-Wood-Stains-Sealers/Rubio-Oil-Plus-2C-Part-A. I am not clear if I order this product if it comes with Part B or 2 or do I need to order that separately. Please advise. View answer

Asked 9 ´years ago

Question 33

Do you have samples of stain on pine? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 34

Can any of your top coat products be used on a laminate countertop that's been painted with several layers of paint? And is it food safe? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 35

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 36

I want to build a wood table for outdoor use. After priming and painting it, would this product (AFM Safecoat, 2K Urethane)be the best coating to protect it from the elements? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 37

Im considering applying this to 2x6 pine t&g flooring. It's for a new build. I'm hoping to coat all sides with 1 coat, install, and then protect with floor protection (cardboard builders board) to help mitigate any potential damage during the rest of the construction. After all construction is finished I would sand the floor and reapply oil/wax. Does this seem like an appropriate approach? If so, how long would you say I need to wait between applying the first coat prior to install and covering with builder board (to avoid any issues with curing under builder board). Thanks for your help! View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 38

Will this product work well on non-polyurethane solid oak flooring? Bruce Dark and Rich no longer made. View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 39

How long is it until you can put furniture on the waxed floor? (This will not be the floor's first coat of wax, so it will be a thin layer and buffing with an electric buffer, if it makes a difference) View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 40

Can i use this on unsealed concrete floors that have been painted with chalk paint? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 41

I use supplemental oxygen due to a serious lung illness. Does your paste wax put off a strong odor? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 42

Is it ok over boiled linseed oil? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 43

Good for waxed wood floors? (We previously used Bruce/Armstrong Dark'n'Rich Liquid Paste Wax) -- and although this product is clear, would it help the wood's color become more apparent? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 44

How much do I need for 301 sq feet floor? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 45

We have polished mud floors that were treated initially with several coats of linseed oil, left to dry for quite a while and then waxed with Bioshield #32 and buffed. That was a couple years ago and was appears as if it needs to be reapplied. Our question is whether we should apply any oil, either Bioshield Hard Oil #9 or another oil first before reapplying the Bioshield #32? Or is there something else we should do before reapplying and buffing with the Bioshield wax #32? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 46

What are the steps to prepare a previously waxed or hard wax oiled floor for reapplication of hardwax oil or other like product? Is sanding down to bare wood necessary if staying with an oil/wax finish? Thanks View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 47

can this be used on steel like a paste wax? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 48

For unfinished hardwood floors do I need to use the bioshield penetrating oil sealer before using this wax or can I skip the sealer? Also, can i use a minwax stain prior to the wax? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 49

I need to seal a new white cement counter top. It absorbs water readily so it's able to absorb liquids. Everyone I call says they have nothing that is non- toxic to help as it needs to be able to penetrate the concrete. Someone suggested this product and said we'd need to re buff ever so often. As an off label? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 50

Can I use this on an old plywood floor; remaining sealer sanded off (120grit); some stain remains. Looks great! View answer

Asked 15 ´days ago | AFM SafeCoat, Naturals Oil Wax Finish

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