Paints & Primers Q&A

Question 1

Does this work on cast iron? I want to paint some cast iron coat hooks for indoor use so they don't rust in a humid environment. Thanks. View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 2

I am stuck with horrible wood cabinets with a dark, glossy finish that is chipped. I want to easily paint them, and I will not sand them first. Are any of your paints able to cover the horrible old stain, and go over it without sanding? How many coats should I be prepared to put on? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 3

Does your paint contain PFAS? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 4

Can this paint be used on concrete walls? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 5

How do I order a tinted sample? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 6

I put paper towels down on the birdcage floor so the bird poop won't stick to the metal floor. But it does leak thru and towels end up sticking to floor. Will AFM safe pat clear prevent the sticking problem? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 7

Can this be used in a Aquaponic Concrete tank? Has to be food grade. Thanks View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 8

We bought a house from a smoker and are renovating. Can I use this over killz to seal off vocs from the killz? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 9

Can this be applied directly on painted walls? I am unsure if the paint is water-based. Can I use this on a shower ceiling? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 10

Water based acrylic paint is still acrylic, i.e., a type of plastic, petrochemical, yes ? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 11

Where does your paint and other products ship from? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 12

Hello! Could you please tint this primer for me? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 13

I'm working with a contractor and they will order Safecoat paint from you. If I order a color swatch will I be reimbursed? How would that work? Thank you, Janice View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 14

We have an African Grey Parrot family member. We are very careful not to use anything scented around her in our daily lives. We have held off on painting our home because we didn't want to risk harming her in any way. Can you verify that your paint will not harm her? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 15

Hi can I use this in my greenhouse? Can the paint get wet? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 16

What products would you recommend for painting and sealing unsightly laminate countertops? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 17

50 year old cinder block basement, leaky and damp. Fixed gutters and backfilled around the house, now there's no water leaking at all. Have a dehumidifier and blocks look much better. Need a breathable cinder block paint so any water in the block can evaporate (if there is any). Will this work for primer and paint work for my situation? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 18

Will this cover water spots? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 19

can i put safecoat primer over the ecos primer to stop the off gassing from the old red paint in my bathroom? how long should i wait before applying? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 20

How much silica primer do I need to mix with silica paint for 2000 sq foot? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 21

Best Primer to use over exterior rusted metal/iron? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 22

will it work to just prime the exterior of the house if i want it to maintain more of a neutral concrete look but i also want to protect from the environment? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 23

Can I use this to prime large roller drapes ? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 24

Why can't I use this over Sherwin Williams paint? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 25

Which is a higher gloss, pearl or eggshell? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 26

Is this completely safe for house parakeets? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 27

I have MCS and we are having no-VOC cabinets fabricated for our laundry room, which will be painted using AFM Safecoat. Should the PureBond plywood and solid wood be primed before painting with Safecoat? Would semi-gloss be best for laundry room cabinets? I have been buying safe products from Green Building Supply for years. I can't thank you enough for selling safe, no-VOC products. They are a real life-saver. Keep up the great work! View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 28

Is there a place to view what the colors look like? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 29

I am hoping to use this outside on a barn, would that work? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 30

Hi can this paint Be used on real wood paneling? If so what would I need to use first? Primer? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 31

Hello, which color is the closest match to Sherwin Williams Accessible Beige? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 32

I want to use this paint on the outside wall of my basement. Will this paint put toxic chemicals in my soil? I have herbs planted next to my basement wall. View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 33

Do you have a specific paint for kitchens? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 34

Is there some way to "see" the sheen of the safecoat paints online? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 35

Can I order a small sample jar of the paint to try it out on a wall first? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 36

How do you order fan deck? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 37

Does AFM Safecoat paint contain an isothiazolinone preservative? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 38

Rather than replace our popcorn ceilings, we want to just have them spray painted. Is there a NO voc paint we can use? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 39

Can I order just a quart of the SafeCoat zero VOC paint? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 40

We made the mistake of priming with an oil-based primer and are now concerned about off-gassing. Would it be recommended to re-prime with your transitional primer, then apply the topcoat? Or can we just cover the oil-based primer with multiple layers of your topcoat? Thanks! View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 41

I need a primer and paint to ergo my kitchen cabinets. What do you suggest - pearl, eggshell or semi gloss? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 42

Do you recommend and sell any no-VOC paints that are good for kitchen cabinets? We are open to chalk paint. View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 43

I'm trying to decide between ECOS and AFM paint. We are moving into a house and plan to paint all the walls. I don't know what they are currently painted with. What I want is just something completely non toxic. I plan to go white. Any recommendations one way or the other? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 44

Does this line of paint offer a primer that will stick to a previously painted semi gloss finish? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 45

can it be used for raised garden beds? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 46

Is it possible to paint over formica? It is 75 years old. I would like to paint countertop and stencil a design on the backsplash. Thank- you. View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 47

Can I use this on bathroom tile? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 48

Hello, I am interested in purchasing the Safecoat paint. Before I purchase I need to make sure that the tint is no voc. Can you please let me know? Thank you for your time. View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 49

I just found out that the green guard certified Behr paint I used has PFAS. Can I use the AFM coat to seal in the PFAS? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 50

I need to paint the baseboards, window trim and doors in my house that have previously been painted with enamel paint. What paints(s) should I use to paint over enamel paint? View answer

Asked 7 ´years ago

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