Paints & Primers Q&A

Question 1

Can it be used on range hood with heat from cooking? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 2

I have a carbon steel sheet (lead-free) that will be used for a magnetic board for my kids. The surface is uncoated and bare and will need to be coated to prevent rust from oxidation. My kids will be using magnets and such on it, I want to have a strong coating that will not scratch or take paint/sealant off. Would this be good to use as a primer? What would the best paint and sealant be to used after the primer? This will be indoors if that helps. Thanks. View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 3

I have a travel trailer I'd like to paint the outside. Would this work? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 4

Hello, I have a copper countertop; what should I use to protect it? Thank you for your help. JJ View answer

Asked 7 ´years ago

Question 5

I am trying to restore an old stove. Can I use this to paint the stove when I'm done cleaning it? Can you recommend a non toxic spray paint? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 6

Does this adhere to aluminum? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 7

i only need enough to cover the exterior of my fireplace insert, I hate to waste paint and a quest would be way too much. What size container is the sample size? How many feet can it paint? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 8

I want to seal only the underside of a galvanized steel stock tank with Dynoseal. it's specs state good adhesion to metal but not specifically galvanized metals. Would it be best to apply this metal primer first then apply the Dynoseal? Are these two products chemically compatible? Is this two step process even necessary? I'm unsure if the Dynoseal will adhere well to the galv steel on it's own. Thank you! View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 9

Hello, I purchased some steel metal hooks and to paint these so the steel doesn't come off on my towels. Would this work? View answer

Asked 7 ´years ago

Question 10

Does it adhere well to galvanized metal? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 11

What is involved in receiving a sample of your Metal Primer paint? And what, specifically, can be used over it as a durable finish coat? View answer

Asked 10 ´years ago

Question 12

Will this adhere to aluminum? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 13

Hi, is this clear or does it have a tint? Thanks View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 14

How do you claim "no animal testing ever" in your brochure while your SDS states your LD50 Dermal and Oral were tested on rabbits and rats respectively? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 15

Can this be used to seal ductwork? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 16

Does the metal need to be sanded before application? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 17

Will This work on brass? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 18

I don't see steel as a compatible metal. Is steel compatible with this primer? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 19

I would like to order a shoe rack that is described as "Iron frame with satin pewter". This seems vague and it is from china. To be on the safe side, I would like to paint it with something to seal in any off gassing that may occur. Would this product be appropriate for that? I have always thought all these wire storage racks that you get from places like Home Depot are not likely to be toxic and I have many of those, not sure how true that is, but this shoe rack looks to be more of painted finish than the typical wire racks and has 'metal mesh' for shelves. View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 20

We are adding new sheetrock (wet rated and ceiling both) to a bathroom remodel (all walls). Is the New Wallboard the right primer or is it not suitable for wet rated sheetrock, such as the Mold tough line from USG? Half of the walls in the bathroom will be tiled. View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 21

Do you have any product to seal/paint over top gypcrete? View answer

Asked 7 ´years ago

Question 22

I need to prime my new drywall and trim. Can i use this for both or do I have to use 2 different primers? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 23

What is the shelf life of New Wallboard Primecoat? I have a gallon that is several years old. Same question for Transitional Primer. View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 24

Is this product comparable with Magnesium Oxide wallboard like Dragon board? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 25

Can this product help to seal off gassing from factory primed pdf baseboards? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 26

Is this the right product to seal in off gassing from green or purple board? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 27

Can I use this to persevere antique painted metal bed frame? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 28

Can this primer be used on concrete as the layer between concrete and a self leveling concrete compound? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 29

Why can't this be applied over SW promar 200? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 30

Can this be used as an exterior sealing & bonding primer for: Steel garage doors with what appears to be factory-applied finish (not vinyl) oxidized (faded) but no rust? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 31

Can I use this primer on plywood? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 32

I have new masonite shelves that I need to stop the voc fumes from. Will be indoors. Preferably one coat, if it is primer. It will be in closet, so looks are not important. Would like it to be white. Also do I need to sand? Thank you for your help. Which Safecoat product would you recommend? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 33

can this be tinted with a color pigment? Would like to use over Kilz primer done a few months ago and be sure I am covering everything. View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 34

Will this adhere to Kilz Mold and Mildew primer that was applied to the subfloor during mold remediation? Trying to seal the outgassing from the Kilz which was applied 3 days ago. View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 35

I have a shelving/storage unit in our mudroom (hanging coats, shoe storage, etc.) that I want to paint. I am pregnant and trying to be extra cautious with paint and primers. What do you recommend I use to initially prime the shelving unit and then which paint type to purchase? Does a specific paint type go with a specific primer? Do I need to "seal" anything with a different product once I'm done painting? Thank you. View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 36

can I use this transitional primer on oil base primer? our painter used oil base primer on oak and pine wood panels and I don't know how to fix the toxicity.We didn't put the paint yet, only the oil base primer. View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 37

Is this primer good to use under dark/black paint, on unfinished wood? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 38

Could this primer be used as a base coat and then acrylic paint put on top after the 24 hr drying period? Trying to find a safe primer for 3d printed objects for kids. View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 39

Would this work as a replacement for mold killing primer? View answer

Asked 7 ´years ago

Question 40

I'm planning on painting some plywood and particle board but am interested in lowering VOC emissions. Do you recommend using AFM SafeCoat Primer and then Zero VOC paint? Or does it need to be sealed first with one of the AFM sealers and then primed and painted? View answer

Asked 7 ´years ago

Question 41

I plan to paint over some oak wood trim. I will give it a light sanding first as it is covered in a glossy finish. Would this primer work? I see it says it is for wood, but then later mentions it's not recommended for certain woods. I don't know much about tannins. What would you recommend I use before paint. (I plan to use AFM for the paint.) View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 42

My husband and I recently nailed a grid of wood two-by-fours on our bedroom wall (pine, unfinished, plenty of knotholes). I was going to paint the wall with the grids of wood nailed to it a dark color, however a professional painter told me I need to prime the boards with an oil based primer so that the knotholes don't keep bleeding through.Do you have a Safecoat that the painters can use over the white oil-based primer that can later be painted with latex paint? I want to seal in some of the oil primer's VOCs because I am six months pregnant. Then, I wanted to paint the wall a color of my choice. What would you recommend? I don't want knotholes bleeding through, but I am very concerned about the fumes. View answer

Asked 7 ´years ago

Question 43

I painted some pine furniture with AFM Safecoat paint. Would you recommend AFM acrylic or AFM Polyureseal as a final coat? Any advantage to one vs the other? View answer

Asked 7 ´years ago

Question 44

Will this adhere to silicone (non-paintable) caulk as an alternative to a shellac primer? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 45

Can I use the transitional primer on some raw trim? I already have the transitional primer and would prefer not to order another can of paint. View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 46

I am a single pregnant mom and trying to be careful with paint and primers. What do you recommend I use to prime the shelving unit and then which paint to purchase? I have a wood shelf unit in our entryway (place for boots, umbrellas, etc.) that I want to paint. Does a specific paint go w/ a specific primer? Do I need to "seal" anything with a different product before I paint? Or after I paint? (Sorry for all the questions, love your store!) View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 47

I don't see the sheen listed here or on their website- did I miss it? Is it flat, eggshell, etc? I need a flat primer to go under Bioshield wall covering paint. View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 48

i want to seal my plywood unfinished floor just to make it look nicer and be smoother not just bare wood. what would you recommend? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 49

Hi, I am looking to repaint an old fence that had weathered quite a bit and hit by moss and lichen. I had cleaned it and sanded it down but looking to restore and protect it but also have a choice of colors to choose from. What would be my best bet with an environmentally responsible primer/paint/sealant? I was thinking a Safecoat transitional primer followed by their exterior paint satin but not sure? Thank you,Yaniv View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 50

Could I use this as a primer on oil based painted wall, before limewash paint? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

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