Wood Stains & Sealers Q&A

Question 1

I want to seal the wood on my kids outdoor picnic table. Which wood sealer would be safest and hold up against weather? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 2

Can this be used on already painted wood ? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 3

We have just installed a heavy-duty vinyl glue down flooring over concrete with an underlayment and it looks fabulous! The problem is it seems to absorb anything it did not come with directions so I'm wondering if this product would work to seal the vinyl? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 4

Hi, can I use this oil on a piece of raw wood and apply the aqua resin over? Thank you View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 5

What product do you recommend for open shelving in a kitchen? We won't be eating off of them, but will be keeping glasses, plates, etc. I have sanded white oak ready for stain and would prefer a more matte look. View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 6

I have sanded wood baby blocks that have been decorated with paint and markers that i need to seal. I need a product that is safe if the baby puts them in his mouth and one that won't cover up or cause the art to bleed. Any suggestions? Thanks, Lauren View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 7

I'd like to use this on a dresser that I just painted. Does the gloss finish feel sticky at all when dry? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 8

we want to seal raw, wood floors that have been hidden under plywood their whole 30 yr life. Our goal is the best protection from high traffic & pets. Would you recommend Safecoat, Zero VOC polyurethane, or ___ ??? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 9

would this product be a suitable sealant for wood trim around a copper sink? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 10

can this be used on either the walls or benches in a sauna? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 11

I have mosaicked and grouted (the outside of) a bathroom sink. Need to seal it with a non toxic product so it is protected and easy to clean, What do you recommend? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 12

Can i use the AFM SafeCoat, Polyureseal BP, or your other products, over pressure treated exterior plywood? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 13

Is PolyWhey toxic to honey bees? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 14

What product would you recommend for waterproofing leather or leather type products that will absorb water otherwise? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 15

Can this be used to seal acrylic painted bathroom countertop and sinks ? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 16

Hello, can this be painted over wood that's already been stained? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 17

Will this safely seal a wooden cabinet that is covered in a scene painted with acrylic paints? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 18

Is this product food-safe enough to use for a raised vegetable planter box made with Douglas Fir boards? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 19

Can you use this on rattan? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 20

I am going to paint my laminate countertops and am looking for something to seal them with. Will this work or do I need to look for something else? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 21

Hi, I recently purchased a new airstream. It has a woven vinyl flooring which I would like to seal to prevent off gassing. Would this work for that?I View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 22

I purchased some USFloors oiled engineered flooring from your company a couple years ago and I was curious if you recommend any of the oils I see listed on your site for reapplying another oiling to this particular type of flooring? I know WOCA is mentioned a lot and I have been using WOCA cleaner and oil refresher for ongoing maintenance. Thank you! View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 23

We have an exterior door that is about 70 years old with traces of original paint. We have sanded the rough spots but would like to preserve it in its current state from peeling further. Will this product work on it as a clear sealant? If not, can you recommend something else? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 24

Can the polyureseal BP be used on a vintage cabinet that has been stained and sealed? We don't know if the stain/seal was oil based or not. View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 25

Can this stain be used on a bathroom vanity? If so, does it need to have some type of sealer applied after it dries? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 26

Can this be SAFELY used on a deck that overhangs a koi pond ? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 27

I need to seal some pine Adirondack chairs I made but more specifically I am concerned about the end grain on the legs of the chair where they will contact the ground. I do not leave the chairs in grass or dirt. They are used on a concrete patio and a wood deck. What is the best product to use in this situation? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 28

Wood walkway/path use? I'd like to cut 2 x 6 kiln dried pine into 3 foot lengths and lay a wood garden path in ground. I am planning to space out the pine and fill in with a gravel. Are these two products appropriate? AFM SafeCoat for the part of the plank that will be in ground and Vermont Natural Coatings PolyWhey for the exposed walking surface? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 29

We just painted our home. Can We use this product to seal in VOCS/limit off gassing? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 30

Can I use on previously varnished wood that I'm wanting to use for a new bathroom project? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 31

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 32

Hi! I am looking for a wood kitchen countertop sealer. I have already sanded and stained the countertop. I am trying to find a clear sealant. What do you recommend? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 33

Can you use this product over a wood sign that has been previously stained? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 34

Would safe coat seal in pet odors on particle board? I have a cat that peed on an enclosed cabinet that had a veneer shelf. The veneer had particle board underneath that swelled. It has been sanded down now and a portion of the particle board is exposed and stinks. View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 35

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 5 ´years ago

Question 36

Can I combine AFM Polyureseal BP with AFM Safecoat Durostain Pro for one combined application use to spray on unfinished wooden cabinet shelves? What ratio is recommended? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 37

Can this be used on wood counter top coated with Tried and True brand linseed oil/ beeswax sealer? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 38

So double checking application process: brush on, the use a buff pad, then wipe excess? Also, second coat while wet will require walking on first coat - is this OK? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 39

I have a painted finished desk that has some of the sealant worn. Seat isn't chipped or in poor condition. I just need to reseal with a clear top coat. Would this be appropriate paint? View answer

Asked 9 ´months ago

Question 40

Would this help seal the inside of kitchen cabinets that smell even after being cleaned? Would it seal off those odors. I believe it's pine wood cabinets. View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 41

im looking for something to put on barnwood that will be an accent wall some barnwood has paint remnants on it that i would like to keep and enhance the color as well as the color of the wood. which of your products would you recommend? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 42

I have a corner cabinet that's raw wood. It has an unpleasant odor coming from the cabinet portion. I want to lock in VOCS and also hopefully help with odor (my main concern is making it safe). What product(s) should I use to achieve this? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 43

Can I use this seal over chalk paint? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 44

Is this food grade? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 45

I got samples of the Natural and Teak. Looking for something that would give UV protection but also keep the cedar outdoor furniture looking close to the way cedar looks naturally. Do you think the Natural, being fairly light, gives enough UV protection? Or should we try mixing another shade in? I would assume the darker the shade, the more protection. But, is the Natural enough protection to last say for a year? The Vermont Natural cedar stain has too much orange tone for our taste. It would be great if their company developed more colors. This furniture is in shade a good bit and sun during varying parts of the day. View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 46

Will this make a light dining table darker? Looking for water based product that will seal it while keeping the light natural wood color View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 47

Best long term treatment for outdoor teak chairs and table? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 48

Can this be applied on a porch over your all purpose exterior satin paint? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 49

Do you have any products that could be sprayed over cured spray foam insulation? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 50

Could I paint this penetrated waterproof seal over my already stained wood? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

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