Wood Stains & Sealers Q&A

Question 1

Will this work to finish a dining table I am going to build for our outdoor kitchen? It is covered but open on all sides. Wanted something safe. View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 2

I want to use this on a island in kitchen were I prepare food, will this work? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 3

Will it work on concrete bird bath? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 4

Will the matte leave ANY shine at all? I have used Mod Podge matte and am disappointed with the low sheen left behind. View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 5

We have a plain, flat black wooden headboard that we have had for 11 years. Most of the time it is fine but occasionally there is a faint musty odor coming from it. It has never been wet, we keep it clean, and would like to keep it. Is there a non glossy, clear coat we can apply (no VOCs) which will help seal the wood and eliminate the occasional odor? View answer

Asked 9 ´years ago

Question 6

If I seal raw pine doors with acrylac can I prime and paint those doors later with Safecoat white primer and Paint? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 7

Can AFM SafeCoat, Acrylacq be used to coat/seal the vinyl flooring in a new RV, and the cabinetry veneers? Just purchased a Winnebago Micro Mini travel trailer and trying to get it safe for use. View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 8

Could this be used on a cutting board? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 9

I accidentally applied this to a weathered IPE deck without adding the Part B Accelerator as indicated in the instructions. What will happen? Do I need to redo it? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 10

Could you use this product indoors for living space on all walls? Does it have a lot of VOCs? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 11

We have been asked to recoat timber paneling externally (previously coated in Hybrid natural) with another coat after 4 years of weathering It is coming up more yellow this time around The client was not happy and asked if we can remove what we have done Is this possible and if so what is your recommendation to remove it Approx 7 days since application? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 12

Can you mix it with something to make more? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 13

Can you put it over a sealer? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 14

Has anyone tried using this product to stain grout? I am looking to bring a light grey, Nunsealed grout to a dark brown, and suspect that this might work despite being a wood stain. View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 15

This one is confusing as I ordered the sample size. When doing a Sample do I need to get the Part B/ Accelerator component also? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 16

can i use this on maple slab to be used as a large table tray/charcuterie board? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 17

What stain would you choose to make red oak match white oak? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 18

Has anyone tried using this product to stain grout? I am looking to bring a light grey, unsealed grout to a dark brown, and suspect that this might work despite being a wood stain. View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 19

can this Rubio be used on mahogany? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 20

Can you stain a fiberglass door with this stain? View answer

Asked 11 ´months ago

Question 21

Can white wash be applied on top of this stain? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 22

Do you have samples of stain on pine? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 23

I want to order the Rubio Oil Plus 2 part and I found this link: http://www.greenbuildingsupply.com/All-Products/Paints-Coatings-Wood-Stains-Sealers/Rubio-Oil-Plus-2C-Part-A. I am not clear if I order this product if it comes with Part B or 2 or do I need to order that separately. Please advise. View answer

Asked 9 ´years ago

Question 24

Looking for advice on what to use for indoor and outdoor (will be making both) woodworking projects for stains and sealants? Thanks! View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 25

Can this product be applied to old engineered hardwood? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 26

Does the Touch of Gold contain actual gold in it? Why is it more than twice as expensive as the other colors? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 27

Where is the MSDS for component B? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 28

Working on wooden toys for young children and would like a darker color finish than the poplar wood i work with, which finish would you recommend i use or would i need to stay with the clear finishes for safety? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 29

Looking for the right product to finish my new walnut veneer bathroom vanities. Would I use this product or the hybrid product? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 30

I realize the RMC Oil Plus 2C need to be used within 4-6 hours, once mixed. I need to know if I open a can of Accelerator (part B) , and only need part of it, can I store it for another time? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 31

I would like to get a natural product which I could use to refinish the hardwood floor. Is there any product you have that does not need sanding or light sanding? View answer

Asked 9 ´years ago

Question 32

Can this product be used on posts and handrails for stairs? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 33

Hi, can I use Rubio Monocoat, Oil Plus to stain old kitchen cabinets? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 34

How long after opening can Pure Rubio Monocoat oil interior be stored? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 35

Is there any advantage in using the indoor/outdoor version instead of the indoor version on interior floors? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 36

What stain do you recommend for using on my cutting board that my grandson handmade for me out of wood? I want to be sure it's safe. View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 37

I build custom recording studio furniture, mainly desks. I'm currently using solvent based stain and a pre cat lacquer spray for the finish. I'm looking for a new approach that can be applied faster, and doesn't require the loss of brain cells (even with a respirator I can smell the lacquer as I spray). Rubio Monocoat seems to be advertised for wood flooring, but would it be suitable for a daily use desk? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 38

Hi on your site one can buy a sample size for $9.95. It�s unclear if that includes the part b or accelerator. I have never used the product and would like to try a sample.First. How to do that? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 39

My oak floors are 60 years old and have never been refinished. They are in pretty good shape. Up till now I've been paste waxing them once or twice a year. I am older than the floors and it's killing me! Which of your products do you recommend? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 40

I'm looking for a finish to put on qtr/sawn white oak that will not change the color in any way. Can this be done with Rubio Monocoat..? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 41

We stained our wood-clad patio doors with the walnut-colored Rubio Monocoat, after testing the stain color on a piece of 1x4. The doors turned out much lighter than the swatch shown on your website and also much lighter than the test piece.<BR>We would like to go darker on the color. However, with the doors being wood-clad (i.e.. thin veneered on the inside surface), we wouldn't be able to sand them down to re-stain them. What would you suggest we do? Can we layer another darker-colored Monocoat? Will the wood take on more color? If not, what are our options? We have pets at home so we have to use VOC free products. View answer

Asked 9 ´years ago

Question 42

I have a raw wood countertop and I love the light wood color and do not want it to "yellow" when sealing it. If I get the 5% white stain, will this compensate for the "yellowing"? Also, when applying the stain, will it darken if you overlap when applying it? for example, when i applied one of your darker stains on another counter, one coat was perfect, but I had to do some touch-ups and everywhere i touched-up was extra dark from the stain overlapping. Is this the same with the lighter colors? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 43

Would this be safe for finishing a dining table? I'm not just looking for a sealer but also for stain. Do you have a recommendation if this isn't the best product? Thanks so much. View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 44

Ref: Rubio Monocoat, Oil Plus 2C Interior Stain and Seal Kit. I would be using this on new plywood cabinetry inside my van. I plan to do all the sealing, staining, and curing of the wood pieces outside the van. My concern is spontaneous combustion of the cured oil-stained wood on a hot sunny 120 deg. F day when the interior surfaces baked by the sun can reach temperatures of over 180 deg. F. Will this be safe to use in this situation or should I only consider water-based sealers and stains? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 45

Can the 2 cans be resealed? View answer

Asked 8 ´months ago

Question 46

http://www.greenbuildingsupply.com/All-Products/Paints-Coatings-Wood-Stains-Sealers/Rubio-Oil-Plus-2C-Kit<BR>There are two components of this product. Can mixed final product be stored and then used at a later time? If not, are instructions for the proportions of each components included with the product, so one can mix as much as he needs as he goes?<BR>Lastly, if one decides to seal the surface after using this stain, which odor-free product would you recommend? View answer

Asked 9 ´years ago

Question 47

How much Rubio monocoat would it take to stain a bare wood 4 drawer dresser? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 48

I used teak oil on our front door last year which is an old ship door. Will your product penetrate or do I need to use a cleaner first or wait another year before reapplying your oil? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 49

Could I use on a bee hive? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 50

Would it be ok to use Rubio Monocoat Pure on an indoor wooden bench? Will it stain clothes? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

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