Paints & Primers Q&A

Question 1

How do we test colors if we can't order tinted samples of AFM Safecoat? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 2

I have used other products like Deck-Over and Restore in the past with no luck and it started peeling in about 6 months. I followed the directions to a T and it still didn't last. Why is this better and if it fails will it be backed by warranty? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 3

Does this product need a primer to go over concrete and plaster before application? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 4

Can this be used to paint an outdoor fence? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 5

What is the difference between safecoat and the anti slip floor paint? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 6

How about coverage of drywall joints? We will tape and mud the joints, will this be thick enough to get good results hiding stuff? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 7

We have an adobe floor we linseeded some time ago & now would like to paint it. Which paint should we use? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 8

Wondering if you carry an asphalt driveway sealant that�s non toxic? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 9

Howdy. Does this work as a lime wash primer for drywall? Does it inhibit mold due to having lime in the ingredients? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 10

Can I paint this as a second coat (top coat) over Green Building Supply, Penetrating Concrete Sealer in a crawl space and basement? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 11

Can this paint be used on poured concrete basement walls that are already painted? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 12

Can this be used on new texture but old drywall? We are retexturing our ceilings but not replacing the drywall itself. Not sure the best primer to use. View answer

Asked 11 ´months ago

Question 13

I'm wanting to paint our kitchen hutch which was previously painted white with paint that was not non-toxic. What could I use to put a fresh coat of white over it? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 14

My drywall started yellowing before I taped and mudded it. Most resources online recommend an oil based primer to prevent this yellowing from showing down the road. How does this product compare to oil based primers with respect to covering stains? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 15

Should the transitional primer be used with this? Or will it cover well on raw concrete. I am using on a fiber reinforced concrete that I use to make sculptures. View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 16

Can i use this product to paint over lead paint? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 17

We've stripped our exterior stone walls with Peel Away followed by pressure-washing. The paint coatings were peeling and we assume were not of the breathable type. The result is a partially "clean" wall. Is there a breathable coating, perhaps semi-transparent, to even out the uneven remaining early paint finish on of the wall? Any recommendations are appreciated. View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 18

Will ECOs primer seal over wallpaper and prevent bleed through so I can paint the wallpaper? View answer

Asked 3 ´months ago

Question 19

Can I use this on the ceiling of my shower? Do I need to use a primer underneath? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 20

Can this be used on previously painted wood? I need something to cover my back deck. I have some concerns about traces of lead dust on the deck and I think painting it could reduce the problem. The deck is quite old and a bit damp. Can I use the same product for our front door? It is basically white plastic View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 21

I'm in the process of scraping old popcorn ceilings. I'll be repainting the walls and likely using the transitional primer. Should I use that on the ceiling (old drywall and mud) or use this new wallboard primer? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 22

Can you you use this product on freshly stained decking? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 23

How long does product take to dry?Should you use one coat for mold in attic on wood beams and drywall and plaster? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 24

Will this seal in any VOCs like formaldehyde that occur naturally in pine/spruce wood? If so, can I use any paint as a topcoat (such as AFM SafeCoat)? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 25

Can this be used on tile floor? View answer

Asked 4 ´months ago

Question 26

I need to paint over a plum red bathroom wall what would be the best paint ? Can I just paint over it? My kitchen counter top is white porcelain tile is it possible to paint the tiles?What can I use to make grout lines white from your products?Can I use your paint straight over my old off white paint in my house or do I need primer first? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 27

what color primer should i use to paint over dark grey wall? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 28

Does this concrete paint work over a living room/dining room in-floor radiant heated concrete floors? Would the interior floors also need to be sealed. Also, does the concrete floor need to be cured first? How long? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 29

AFM SafeCoat, Zero VOC Paint----- does this paint block formaldehyde? View answer

Asked 10 ´months ago

Question 30

Hello,We are planning to paint our basement ceiling, which is exposed/unfinished, what painting would you suggest that is low or has no VOC? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 31

I want to paint over a light beige asbestos tile flooring. I was planning to use ECOS floor paint. Do I need to use a primer? And if I put on a sealer (eg AFM Safecoat Polyureseal) should that be applied before or after the paint? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 32

Will one kit of Deck Revive supply the two coats that are necessary? Deck is about 300 sq ft. Thanks! View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 33

We would like to use this Indoor floor paint on old linoleum kitchen floors. Will it work?Thanks! View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 34

Is it water based? Can it be sprayed? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 35

How big is the sample size ? View answer

Asked 10 ´months ago

Question 36

I'm a guitar builder and looking for an alternative to nitrocellulose lacquer. I've contacted afm haven't got great answers but hopefully you can help. What do you recommend as a vinyl sealer? Is a primer necessary? Can I tint my own colors? How many coats of clear a recommended before level sanding? How long to cure before level sanding? On a side note, is there a $ amount for free shipping? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 37

Do you know if Safecoat has a color close to Behr�s Polar Bear? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 38

What would you recommend to seal a new bathroom vanity? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 39

Hi! I'm getting ready to paint new unfinished maple kitchen cabinets. Should I use a primer? I'm planning on using AFM paint in semi-gloss but am unsure if I should use something like AcryLacq on top? Thanks! View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 40

what primer do i need for Ecolacq on unpainted oak Kitchen cabinets ? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 41

Would this paint and primer be the best for painting over wallpaper that I cannot currently remove? Thank you. View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 42

Could I use this to paint over wallpaper? I have read that I need to use an oil based primer but the VOCs are shockingly high on oil oil based primers. Removing the wall paper isn't an option right now. Thank you. View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 43

Julia M asked about using this product in an old cinder block basement and the answer is: yes. Is the answer still 'yes' if the cinder block has already been painted previously? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 44

I saw in one of your older answers that you recommend Perma Fill for deep cracks. What do you consider a deep crack? 1/8" 1" or somewhere in between? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 45

I have a mold problem in my basement, from condensation, and would like to take out the laminate floor down to the concrete. Can I paint the floor with this product and then use it as is as a workout/ play area without covering the floor? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 46

How many oz. are in sample size of afm primer? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 47

I see that we can order other tints of paint from other companies with just putting in the name and number, but cannot find where to do this. Would you please help make this more clear? Thank you! How do I order my paint color that is from Dutch Boy? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 48

Do you have to add paint.. we wanted a natural wood look if possible? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 49

We want to weatherproof and beautify two outdoor wooden decks. What is/are the best products to use? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 50

I was given eight 3 ft x 5 ft metal boxes I intend to use as veggie beds. What do you recommend I paint on the inside to keep the boxes from rusting away too soon and is safe to treat the inside of these metal boxes so that the veggies that people eat won't absorb anything toxic from either the paint or leaching from the metal? The boxes on the inside are presently coated with dirt, some paint, lots of rust and bare metal. View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

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