Paints & Primers Q&A

Question 1

Does ECOS paint seal in off-gassing like AFM Safecoat paints do? And would it require a primer over previously painted walls that are white? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 2

What is the flame spread and smoke developed index for this paint? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 3

IS IT CLEAR? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 4

CAN IT BE SPRAYED ON SUBFLOOR? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 5

Does unfinished/unpainted raw concrete need a primer and if yes what would you recommend with this paint? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 6

I would like to seal metal milk cans, so they could be placed outside. Will this work? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 7

It this durable enough for high traffic areas like a conventional store? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 8

Can this paint be applied on an already painted (and mildewy) ROUGH concrete surface. These are interior kitchen cabinet areas in a Mexican house. I understand that primer will be needed but I still need assurance it will not crack or have issues on a rough concrete surface? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 9

where can I see the colors of the concrete floor paint? Thnx :) View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 10

I'm looking for a very very very dark brown. Would I find the best match in ayurveda or regular swatch book? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 11

Is there any latex in this? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 12

What would be best to seal the outgassing from Kilz mold oil based paint? Kilz said it is fine to paint latex over their oil based paint. Would a couple of coats of Ecos purifying paint be better than AFM Safecoat paint? If not what AFM paint would you recommend? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 13

Do you - ECOS paint - give a discount to licensed contractors? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 14

Is there a guarantee/warranty on how long your exterior paint will last ... and how long does it usually last? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 15

Is the exterior paint a latex acrylic? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 16

I have torn drywall paper in a few areas and was going to use a primer called "Gardz"(by Zinnser) to seal the paper. Will this primer serve the same purpose or should I seal Gradz with this primer and AFM zero VOC paint? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 17

Is there a primer we can use under your clay paint ? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 18

Does it have latex in it? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 19

Could your product be used on stainless steel tumblers before they are glittered and sealed? I'll be sealing w/ a water-based non- toxic shellac called crystalac. Not toxic epoxy. View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 20

I would like to use this to paint my old wooden bedroom furniture that has a finish on it. it's important that there are no paint smells coming off of it, as the headboard and night table are close to my head when sleeping. I don't want to sand it down. Can I just use the regular safecoat paint without sanding and using the primer? Does the primer have more of a smell than the regular paint? Primers usually have stronger smells. View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 21

Can you paint a bathtub? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 22

Does this universal primer have high adhesion? I'm looking for something to prime our circa 1954 varnished plywood cabinets for painting. The cabinets currently have a semi-gloss finish that are very hard and ambered. View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 23

I am building a rabbit enclosure. Is this product safe for rabbits that will come into contact with it and may in fact nibble on the wood it is painted on? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 24

Can I use this on wooden stairs? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 25

Can this paint be used on exterior brick and siding? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 26

I want to restore some old, neglected garden stick tools (shovels, rakes etc.) I plan to thoroughly de-rust the metal with an electrolysis tank and a Scotch-Brite scrub. I would then like to recoat with rust-inhibiting, abrasion resistant products that won't contaminate my soil when they inevitably do wear off. Does this product fit my needs? What about a top coat recommendation? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 27

Can I use this primer as a substitute for paint? I would like to repaint my white ceilings. It doesn't seem economical to use primer and then use white paint. Which one do I need and which can I do without? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 28

Do you know what the perm rating is on this (or if you have any primers that have <1 perm)? I'm hoping to find something I could use as a vapor barrier instead of polyethylene. View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 29

Can I use this to seal a bird bath that's coated iron? some of that coated paint is coming off in the water View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 30

I want to paint an old fireplace hearth. Is this product opaque enough to fully block old deep set stains or do I need to first use a primer? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 31

Hi, I am looking for the lowest smelling and off-gassing interior paint for refinishing our house, one that smells the least toxic. We currently have Behr low VOC and it still stinks so much. What brand would you recommend? I would like to have colors, not only white. Thank you. View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 32

How much zeolite is in each gallon? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 33

Are there interactions between Caliwel and other substances or conditions that prevent it from curing or that cause it to break down? We used it on a basement floor and are experiencing burning/allergic symptoms, a strong smell from the product etc. We are wondering what product could be used to paint over and neutralize or seal it? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 34

Can you paint over floor tile glue if the glue is dry? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 35

I would like to paint the ceramic tile floor throughout my home. The tile is glazed but is more on the matte side (not shiny). I cannot sand it, Would painting it with this concrete floor paint and then sealing it with AFM SafeCoat, Polyureseal B allow for a good bond to the floor tile and withstand our family of six walking on it? We do not wear shoes in the house, Please advise. Thank you View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 36

my basement floor is peeling, Maybe epoxy but not sure so painter wants to scrape old off and paint with non toxic floor paint is this okay and what should it be? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 37

Is there a preference for the temperature during application? I live in a cool climate, however my contractors workshop is in the desert and temperatures are in the 110 plus degrees Fahrenheit at the time of application View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 38

Can this be used to paint over laminate cabinets? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 39

I've used SafeCoat Acrylacq in Satin few years ago on the wood wall panels, and I really liked it. Now, I have another project - a tabletop - to finish, and am looking for the same finish, but cannot find Satin anywhere. What would you recommend:should I just use less layers of Gloss finish, or is there another suitable AFM no VOC, water based product in Satin? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 40

what primer do use to paint over wood cabinets? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 41

Do you sell exterior glossy paint ? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 42

For a primed metal exterior door, could I use the transitional primer and two coats of this exterior satin? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 43

Can I get this in a Benjamin Moore color? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 44

How much paint does it take for a 1200 sq ft area? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 45

Which paint do you recommend for Stucco? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 46

Hi, do you ship to the UK? View answer

Asked 10 ´months ago

Question 47

Is it possible that this will cover the cottage cheese wall without having to scrape? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 48

Can I use this to make candle vessel's ? And if so, will it be heat resistant? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 49

I want to paint the natural stone tile around my fireplace but I Don't want to use anything toxic that we're going to heat up and breathe in boys and every time we have a fire! Will this paint work on my natural stone tile? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 50

Can this be used over drywall? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

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