Paints & Primers Q&A

Question 1

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 2

Is there a color chart so that we can see the colors? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 3

This paint is labelled for exterior use, but is there any reason it couldn't be used for an indoor basement floor that is concrete? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 4

Do you sell a ZERO VOC non toxic paint that is suitable for floors as a top coat? I want to paint over old hardwood. I have a latex primer zero VOC but need a durable top coat that is zero VOC. Do you have a recommendation? View answer

Asked 9 ´years ago

Question 5

Is SafeCoat suitable for painting a kitchen floor? I have a small kitchen with uneven floors--old fir with a Varathane finish that is now worn, nasty and ugly. The floor is so broken up and the space is small so I don't want to go through the expense of re-flooring with wood--just want color and a clean look. View answer

Asked 9 ´years ago

Question 6

Can you recommend one of the paints you stock for hardwood floors? We're opting for paint rather than stain/varnish due to pet damage. Planning to sand down first. Would the Eco's furniture paintable be durable enough? View answer

Asked 9 ´years ago

Question 7

I'm looking for a paint for a basement concrete floor that has a vapor barrier under half and no barrier under the other half. The basement is dry, but close to the water table, so water will puddle in a couple of low areas (+/- 1/4" deep) from heavy rains a few times a year (mostly in the area that has the vapor barrier underneath). There's no efflorescence so far and it drys well afterwards. Is this paint breathable enough to not bubble up and not cause problems by preventing vapor coming up through the slab? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 8

Yes what size is the sample? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 9

I read in a fb group that Caliwell makes a product to coat the interior of ductwork. Is this true? If so, can you tell me about it? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 10

How large is the sample size? I have a two by one foot water damaged spot with no visible mold growth I want to cover. Will one or two sample sizes cover that area? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 11

If you can smell mold in a basement but can't see it, does this help? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 12

We had two new energy efficient furnaces both installed with IQAIR filters. The technicians used High VOC sealants and glues. it's been 5 weeks and it's still strong and offensive. Can I use one of your VOC blocking sealants on PVC pipes and glue beads? Which product would you recommend? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 13

Could we use this on the wood ceiling of a covered outdoor porch in dc? We are having mold issues on a few planks. View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 14

We�ve encapsulated the area with Concrobium - confirming that Caliwell can go on wood, old fiberglass insulation and some old asbestos siding that�s been treated with Concrobium? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 15

The area I'm painting has a small area of old asbestos siding, as well as old fiberglass insulation - is it safe to use on those materials? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 16

How big is a sample size? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 17

Hi. On the first floor of my house, my plywood subfloor smells like basement (the basement is located underneath it). Before I install cork floor, is there any odor sealant I can use on the plywood subfloor? Can I use "AFM Safecoat" or "Caliwel Industrial Mold and Mildew Inhibitor"? Which one would you recommend in my case? Thank you. View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 18

We had a leak and mold in the walls in the bathroom/bedroom and it was professionally remediated but I still smell the mold and am affected by it. Before fixing the walls, I was going to just paint the studs with this but just saw in Q&A to use a primer first. I was thinking it would be better if the Caliwell touched the wood to kill any spores/mold deep in it left behind and maybe coat it twice. Is this good or will the primer followed by this work best? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 19

Can this paint be used over Benjamin Moore Ultra Spec Masonry Primer? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 20

Could this be used on a subfloor to prevent mold development under carpet? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 21

I see that there is two versions of this paint - one for home/office and one industrial uses. When would you use one instead of the other? What is the difference between the two? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 22

Silly question: I can't seem to find an option for choosing a color. Does this mean there are no options? If so, what color is this paint? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 23

I have some closets that are wallpapered (a very papery/matte finish). Can I apply either of the Caliwel paints directly to the wallpaper without priming? I don't much care how it looks, I just want the mold protection. View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 24

What primer is recommended with CaliWel industrial mold and mildew when being applied to new osb flooring? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 25

Is flame retardant added or is Caliwel industrial mold and mildew inhibitor naturally a flame retardant? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 26

We have a crawl space that smells musty, but see no mold. It is very dry, and also has a crawl space dehumidifier. The floor/walls are sealed with plastic and insulation. But the musty smell is still there, and has permeated the room above. Would this help with that odor, if I treated the floor joists with it? Or should I also treat the foundation under the insulation? Last summer I sprayed it all with bac-a-zap but that didn't seem to do anything. View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 27

Can this be use on bathroom tile? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 28

I am going to use this in a basement. The subfloor/ceiling is rough sawn cedar and sanding would be labor intensive, we are not able to do that and would just rather paint over them as is. There are stains from mold that was treated with concrobium, and we want to use either the coating or primer over it. We will likely use a bright white paint over the first coat but are undecided about that at this point. What would you recommend we use? The contractors we had out to look were going to use a toxic encapsulation coating after mold removal and we want to be sure the mold is not just sandwiched, but gone. View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 29

Could you use this on a basement floor that is often subjected to water leaks and has mold on it and grease? Or would th� safecoat concrete floor paint be better? Also is it ok to use your degreaser to clean the basement floor and then follow with paint? We have a septic system and I read that the degreaser could destabilize the septic system. View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 30

Can you apply another type of paint on top? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 31

I got a shower with a consistent mold issue.� Would the Caliwel fix everything? Will it work on the ceiling and the floor and the walls? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 32

Will this paint adhere to nylon fabric? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 33

Can use this on vinyl flooring? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 34

Can this be applied to unfinished wood after mold remediation? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 35

Can I use the Home and Office Caliwel on metal in my basement, also? Like the outside of the HVAC and pipes? Or is it corrosive? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 36

I bought the Home and Office Caliwel product for use in our unfinished basement, on subfloor and joists. Now I'm second guessing whether I got the right one, or if I should have gotten the Industrial? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 37

Is this a flat paint and would you recommend it for trim, doors, etc? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 38

Can this paint be used over Benjamin Moore Ultra Spec Masonry Primer? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 39

We are interested in applying Caliwel to the exposed rafters in our unfinished basement as part of a mold remediation and prevention effort. Would you recommend spray application? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 40

Is this good as a window and door paint where mold can accumulate with moisture exposure? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 41

Can Caliwel be used over shellac? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 42

Can i use this in my apartment walls will it keep my animals safe from mold growing inside walls til i can get us out of here and can u paint over this after dried with a colored paint ? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 43

Does your paint come in colors? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 44

Does your paint come in gloss for doors and baseboards? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 45

Hi which product is better suited for behind walls, on studs, subfloors, concrete floors, etc? The industrial or this interior product? Thanks! View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 46

I am looking for a sealer for concrete basement floor that will kill pet odors? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 47

So what exactly is "BNA" ? "Bi-Neutralizing Agent" sounds pretty vague. Thanks. View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 48

What is recommended a lite coat or a heavy coat? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 49

Will this with 2 coast of ecolaq over raw particle board seal formaldehyde or is it better to use one of the clear sealers for particle board? View answer

Asked 10 ´months ago

Question 50

I have already selected and purchased paint for some MDF panelling, which is off gassing. Can I use Transitional primer to seal from off gassing and use normal water based paint for a topcoat? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

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