Paints & Primers Q&A

Question 1

Can you use this on hard plastic? Like a faux artificial greenery panel that smells like it's off gassing. Can I paint this onto it at least on the flat backside to block emissions? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 2

Do you warranty your product? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 3

Which primer should I choose to paint interior raw wood? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 4

Hello,I have troweled gypsum over cedar and primed with BIN shellac. Can I paint this over the BIN without a reaction? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 5

Hello, wondering if there's a sealer that you can recommend to apply over the caliwel. We are considering using it in the bathroom of our log home to apply to all walks and ceiling. Would a polyurethane over the caliwel protect even more? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 6

Is this acid free? I'm looking for an acid free paint to paint my shelves. I will be storing fabric on them. View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 7

Will AFM Safecoat concrete floor paint make it possible to wipe up spills and oil leaks before they permeate the cement? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 8

I'm hoping to paint a dining table for exterior use. Would this be the best paint to use? thanks View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 9

Can any of your products be used to paint rubber? I'm looking to paint some rubber toddler toys but need something that adheres well. View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 10

Would this work on bathroom tile? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 11

Do you have a color similar to the Behr Frothy Surf? BL-W08. It is described as a shaded white with a blue-green undertone. View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 12

Will this work on galvanized steel pole, assuming it is sanded or scuffed up with vinegar? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 13

I am having trouble finding black shades in the online swatch section. Does this Color fan book have black options? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 14

Do you have a clear metal primer? Is there such a thing? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 15

Does the swatch book include the Light Reflective Value (LVR) for each paint color provided? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 16

Can you paint over it with oil paints for artwork? I want to use your paint in a mixed media piece. Do I have to seal it first? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 17

Can this be used to prime raw wood that will be painted and become toys? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 18

Is New Wallboard Primecoat suitable as a base layer for primer? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 19

Does this bond to plastic? I want to use it to paint a plastic escutcheon, then put lime plaster over the primer. I'm certain the primer works for the lime plaster to bond to it, but how about the primer-plastic bond? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 20

Can this be used on bathroom tile floors? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 21

Can I apply wallpaper on top of this product? Hoping to wallpaper a bathroom wall and want to take extra measure for fighting off mold. If so, how long do I need to wait between applying this and then applying the wallpaper over it? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 22

What paint is best for a concrete floor that is already painted? We just moved and our new house has part of the basement that is unfinished, but the concrete has already been painted over with a grey glossy paint. View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 23

When using Caliwel on framing wood, does it allow the wood to breath? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 24

What is the sheen of the Industrial Caliwel, something other than flat? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 25

Can I apply to an attic that has temperatures ranging from 0 to 140 degrees? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 26

Can I mix a gallon of the white Home and Office into one of the pastel colors to lighten the color? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 27

Will this block/seal drywall and Drywall mud odor? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 28

Can this be used over shellac primer? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 29

I'm putting up new drywall and want to know which afm products are best suited to seal off toxic off gassing. From what I read, is it afm transitional primer and afm safecoat ? Or do I use afm new wallboard prime coat in replacement of the transitional primer? Will it have the same encapsulation properties? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 30

What's the shelf life of this primer if I don't use it all at once? Will it stay "good" for at least a year? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 31

What can I use as a primer on greenboard? It seems that both your drywall primers don't work on greenboard. View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 32

Can I use your clay based paint for my roof? Or is it only good for interior painting beer painting? really want to lighten my roof to reduce heat impact on the earth. View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 33

I tried cleaning the mastic off of my concrete floor with 2 coats of Blue Bear but can't get it off. Would this be suitable as a primer to help paint adhere/last? Also, my paint is Safecoat brand. Are they compatible? And would I have to mix this primer with my Safecoat (so essentially would I need to buy more paint for the priming coat)? Thanks. View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 34

I used safe coat to paint my concrete floors. I applied two coats over a month ago yet I find the surface still feels slightly tacky in spots and that it's attracting footprints and picking up dirt from the bottom of my feet. Do you have any suggestions for sealants or ways to treat this? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 35

Can this be used to paint electric baseboard heater covers? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 36

If I paint my front door with this paint will the paint stick? My husband says I have to paint the door with an oil based paint so it won't stick View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 37

Can I paint over this paint? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 38

Can I use this over dynoseal ? I want the vapor barrier for radon. View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 39

Hi! Seems like a great product. Can this be placed on areas with small amounts of mold/mildew that appear embedded into the wood? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 40

Is this product safe to apply to garage flooring by a pregnant woman? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 41

Can you paint this directly over a moldy surface or do you have to clean the mold first? If you do have to remove the mold first what product would you recommend (for bedroom and bathroom walls) View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 42

How can I get sample? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 43

I'm taking wallpaper paste off the wall surrounding the shower stall. The original Drywall will be exposed. Can I use this product? If not, what other non toxic primer have you got? Thank you! View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 44

How do i return the fan deck for a refund? Thank you! View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 45

Hi. Does this concrete paint require a sealer as well? Or can I just use 2 coats of this on a new concrete floor in the garage? Thanks! View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 46

Could I use this paint to cover painted wood trim with VOCs? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 47

Hi - I need to paint over wallpaper (I know, not ideal). Do you have any zero voc primers/paint that are oil-based? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 48

Can this be used over the GBS penetrating sealer? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 49

Which clay paint would be best for bathroom? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 50

Can this product be used on an interior concrete chimney that is in use (gets warm)? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

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