SAMPLE - Vermont Natural Coatings PolyWhey, Exterior, Penetrating Stain, Brackish Brown Q&A

Question 1

Does the caspian clear stain impart any color or is it truly clear? I want to seal a piece of red oak but I don't want it to become super red/warm colored. View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 2

What would you recommend to seal cedar wood on a child's outdoor playhouse? I want to keep the natural color of the cedar. A couple spots have faded sitting outside for a couple months, not sure if we should use a clear or a color that would match the cedar (if available). View answer

Asked 7 ´years ago

Question 3

I was going to put on this paint today since it will be about 65, but it's going to be really dry out (20% humidity). Should I wait? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 4

You say pressure treated wood should sit for 6 months. Sit inside in dry environment? Outside? What is the problem if I don't wait 6 months? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 5

How often do I have to reapply this product? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 6

Do you need more than 1 gallon of this product to do 2 coats? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 7

Our raised beds are wet from recent rains, but now we have a dry spell of 3 weeks ahead. Can this product be applied to damp wood? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 8

Does the tint of the stain make the wood look painted? I have weathered cedar pickets--some are very grey. About 25 years ago, when I applied boiled linseed oil to aged-grey pickets, it brought out the natural grains without a painted look. However, I am opposed to using a toxic product. I am trying to figure out if I should use the PolyWhey in a brownish color or the waterproofer; the challenge is I don't want a painted look, but I also want to revive the aged-grey pickets and restore some natural color. Any suggestions? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 9

What moisture level do you recommend the wood be at prior to staining? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 10

I understand that this is for exterior use and not intended for shower use, but is this product safe enough to be used on cedar planks in a shower stall in a home? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 11

Is this a good paint for exterior wood siding? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 12

What is the safest product for sealing birdhouses, Vermont Natural Coatings or ARM Safecoat? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 13

Do not freeze' query: is this just in regard to storage and application process? Is it acceptable to apply on to wood that will experience freezing temps after it cures? Ex: Deck w/ snow, interior of a non-insulated shed, floor of an enclosed utility trailer, etc. View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 14

We are thinking about using caramel brown rolled bamboo (Forever Bamboo or Backyard X-capes) for our fences. The manufacturer recommends applying their "specially formulated TWP [Total Wood Protector] with UV Inhibitors", but the MDS says that it is "toxic to fish" and has a maximum coating VOC of 250 grams/liter. Which product would you recommend that would be applicable to bamboo, low/zero VOC, and environmentally friendly? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 15

Can I apply this to new cedar wood to help maintain the cedars beautiful natural color? Is this like a clear coat? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 16

Would this be a good option to use on an outdoor wood table intended for eating? How long will the stain last with VA weather conditions? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 17

We are building a picnic table out of pine. We are staining it with tea and steel wool. Will this product do ok being applied after this stain is dried? We want a bit of color with no chemicals. View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 18

Can this be used on wood floors? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 19

Can this be used on a beehive to seal it? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 20

It says do not apply when temperatures are before 50 degrees F. Also says it dries in 1 hour and needs a 48 hr full cure time. Can it drop below 50 degree during that 48 hour cure time? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 21

Has anyone used this in a horse barn for stall fronts and interior walls? Looking for a low voc, non toxic stain/sealant for horse stalls. View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 22

Does this seal in VOCs? My neighbor installed a fence that stinks to high heaven and I'm looking for something that will stop the smell and off-gassing of the cheap ugly fence :) View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 23

Is this food grade safe? I want to use it on a trellis I'm building for my cucumbers and beans to grow on. View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 24

I should have double checked the instructions re: applying at least 2 coats. Carpenter applied one coat. What could be applied over it now? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 25

Can I use the exterior wood stain on interior furniture? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 26

If I have an allergy to whey, is this product safe to use on the exterior of my garden bed? The interior is already full of soil. View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 27

I just applied this product to my cedar deck and I am having trouble with the sheen. Where the sections overlapped there is a thin line of sheen that is different than the rest. Is there anything that I can do about it, it doesn't look the greatest and unfortunately while I love most everything about this product I'm wishing I had used an oil. My next question is how long will this product hold up and when it is time to treat can I apply an oil overtop of this? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 28

How long does it last in the can once it's been opened? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 29

This is called "exterior", but is listed as interior/exterior in the specs. I am looking for a stain for a poplar headboard I made and want to ensure it's safe for this purpose. Can I use this on interior furniture? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 30

If I just want to preserve the appearance of the exterior of my redwood garden boxes and not concern myself with preserving the interior, could I just use this product and not need to put the AFM Safecoat Dynoseal on the interior? Do I need to be concerned with this product leaching any chemicals into the soil without the interior coating? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 31

I have a 7-year-old pressure treated deck, never sealed. It is exposed to intense sun and two feet off the ground. What's the most durable sealant or stain that will not peel with time you recommend? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 32

Is this safe for an outdoor tortoise enclosure? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 33

How long will this sealant color last for exterior garden bed in NY weather conditions? Will the color and protection last several seasons, years? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 34

Could this be used on a cutting board? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 35

Is there an exterior grade varnish or similar product that you sell that I can apply over the polywhey stain? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 36

Would this be good for a wood swing set? Thank you in advance View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 37

Does 1 gallon cover 200-400 sq ft with one coat or two? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 38

I love this product. Have used in on my raised beds and they look great. I am now going to use it on my new deck. I was wondering if you have a recommendation for a sealant to apply on top for added water proofing? For example, can the Vermont Nat. Coatings Penetrating Water Proofer be applied on top of the PolyWhey stain? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 39

Can you apply a lacquer finish on this product? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 40

I have a outside IPA deck and in your Note you recommend not using it on IPA what do you suggest? I would like to bring out the natural grains and not have it gray color. View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 41

Hi I have been searching for this product as a safe option for my vegetable planter boxes. Will you please ship to NZ? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 42

Can I use Vermont Ext Penetrating or AFM Polyureseal Ext (or a different product) to seal and protect birch wood veneer tables with an existing acrylic lacquer finish? If so, will it take after a light sanding or does the existing acrylic lacquer need to be fully sanded off (or stripped?). These are indoor tables I want to make into outdoor tables with weather resistance. Thanks! View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 43

I really like the product and find it very easy to work with. Can you tell me if stencil work can be applied over the final coat? Would I need a specific solid color coating to be compatible? Any recommendations or application tips? Thank you! View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 44

Is this safe to apply during pregnancy? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 45

Hi! Can you tell me what the best product is for staining indoor trim and doors? Trying to find one that won't make the whole house smell once they are installed. View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 46

does the VNC PolyWhey Ext. penetrating stain provide mold and & mildew protection like the VNC Ext. penetrating waterproofer does? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 47

Is this safe to use on the inside of a garden box? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 48

I already used Vermont Natural Coatings PolyWhey, Exterior, Penetrating Stain for my son's sandbox but see Dynoseal is recommended for "raised garden beds" up to the soil line so now I want to use Dynoseal... Can I apply Dynoseal OVER the Vermont Natural Coatings PolyWhey, Exterior, Penetrating Stain that I've already applied? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 49

How might I calculate gallon needs for interior trim? Is there any way to calculate square footage coverage for something like trim? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 50

Can you use this on natural rope that I may be using in between deck boards in a screened in porch? I don't want to actually stain the old deck though, I just want to stuff the natural rope, after it is soaked in the stain, and wedge it into the spaces. But maybe I will stain the existing deck, too. Any ideas for the right product for the rope or the rope and the deck? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

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