Wood Stains & Sealers Q&A

Question 1

I add varnish to untinted house paint, then use it as a pouring medium for artist-grade acrylic paints. Will this work with this varnish product? The high VOCs in my varnish & paint are literally killing my sensitive system. View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 2

If I apply this sealer with a roller, will it have bubbles ? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 3

Does this product contain any crystalline silica or phthalates? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 4

which of your products would you suggest we use on interior pine tongue and groove ceiling? Looking for a natural color finish that helps the natural blued stains pop. We are going to pre finish prior to installation. View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 5

Can this be used over wood furniture that was previously sealed with a clear coat of another product? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 6

What can I use to cover high voc gel stain that I used on wooden beams? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 7

Can I use on new linoleum floor to protect ? Thank you View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 8

Our new wood desk and bookshelf furniture are off gassing worse than anything I've ever experienced before. Can the Polyureseal BP be applied directly over the existing surface of the wood or does it need to be sanded or prepared in some way? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 9

Would this product be appropriate for a chicken coop? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 10

Is it suitable for outdoor use which of course includes winter? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 11

Can this product be used on slate tile and maintain a matte finish? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 12

Is this safe reptile dwelling ? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 13

parts of finish on my hardwood flooring is worn and may no longer be sealed. Can I use this wax on it if it isn't sealed? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 14

When will Dark Walnut Bioshield Aqua Resin be available? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 15

Can this be used on cellulose and bitumen tile? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 16

DO YOU NEED TO USE A SEALER WITH HARD OIL NO.9. ON CEDAR ? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 17

Can this product be used on tile? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 18

Hi! I will be using this product to cover treated pine wood slabs for the ceiling, a table and baseboard. I will be needing to cover and area of 12x24ft and 12x8ft. How many coats do I need to seal off the gassing and how much square footage a gallon covers or 5 gallons cover? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 19

How much do I need to treat 2 pool lounge chairs? They are 6 feet long, about 2.5 feet wide, with a slide out table about 1x2.5. View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 20

Can this be used on top of Ecos paints tinted varnish as an extra seal for T&G pine floors? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 21

I have a juniper shower wall that I want to seal or coat to offer more protection. This shower doesn't get used frequently, maybe once a month at most, but I want more than just the raw wood. Though I used a waterproof glue between each tongue and groove seam, I hope to get more protection from water damage and was looking for something appropriate for a vertical space that will get wet. Is this an appropriate product? I was also considering the Watershield from Safecoat. View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 22

I am getting a leather reclining couch from Vietnam delivered soon. What might you recommend? And should I be worried? I have a 6 year old. View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 23

Can I use AFM Safecoat dura stain, on a Room divider that's solid wood? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 24

Can I use this product to seal children's toys? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 25

Product has a strong fishy smell when applying. How long will it persist? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 26

Could this be used over old carpet adhesive on a wood subfloor prior to new carpet install? We are replacing carpet in a room above a garage in a 1970s home and want to seal off the new carpet from any past or future pollution from the garage. View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 27

I'm installing new carpet in a bedroom that is located above an attached garage, there is old carpet glue on top of the subfloor. I'd like to use something to seal in any past pollutants that's made its way to the subfloor and any future ones from the garage. Would this product work over old carpet glue on wood subfloor and under new carpet? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 28

I want to seal odors in interior T1-11 siding and prep for stain. What product should I use? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 29

I have an odor from a spill on concrete garage floor. I have scraped of the spill bu still has a strong odor. What can I use to coat the concrete and seal in the odor? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 30

I am planning on using Rubio Hybrid Exterior on a cedar bench surrounding a hot tub. The wood is freshly sanded and clean, Do you think I need to use the RMC Exterior Cleaner in this case, or could I get by with RMC Cleaner for interiors? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 31

I need to stain some bat houses, and have been told to use "non toxic solid color 100% acrylic exterior latex stain that is of mildew and fade resistance quality". What would you recommend? Thank you! View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 32

Can you pour this on wooden table top to level the surface?!? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 33

What is the shelf life for this product? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 34

I am restoring old wooden (tongue and groove) countertops. I want a topical sealer that fills in the cracks and creates a good hard waterproof matte surface for my countertop. Is Acrylacq matte a good choice for me? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 35

Is this product tested to be free of PFAS? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 36

Can I paint this on a plywood subfloor before installing laminate? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 37

Can you use the matte on butcher block to form a good seal that isn't shiny?? My wife doesn't want the shiny look but oils are not working for our countertop View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 38

What version of Safecoat Seal do you recommend for sealing a piece of birch plywood? I am not going to paint it; just want to remove smell of formaldehyde. View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 39

Can I use this on a cement bird bath and is it non toxic ? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 40

Can this be used on a slate countertop? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 41

i plan to cut some pressure treated wood and apply this product on the cut sections only. does the wood still need to be 3-6 months dry before doing this as it's not going on the pressure treated section but on the non-pressure treated sections? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 42

Hello, I need to seal an onyx bathroom sink. Which non toxic sealant would you recommend? Thank you. View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 43

How much Rubio Monocoat would it take to stain a 4 drawer dresser? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 44

bot a fixer-upper --any experience with covering up cat odor that has seeped into subfloor? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 45

Hello, I'm inquiring if the AFM safecoat Acriglaze gallon is offered in bulk? It seems purchasing more than 1 increases the taxes and shipping to an extraordinary large price. Thanks View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 46

Is this the correct product to seal off-gassing for a bed frame with wood veneers? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 47

Does this product contain UV inhibitor? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 48

I sealed my house 2 years ago with the AFM Safe Coat Natural Penetrating Oil; now that most of that oil is weathered away, could I use this product & expect a longer lasting finish? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 49

I have cedar railings on my deck. About 8 years ago (when my contractor was dying) he sent a workman to put a sealant on the railings. It looked great for about a month and then grew black mold. If I sand the railings lightly, will your penetrating water proofer / sealer do the job without growing another crop of black mold? Or do I need a fungicidal wash to start? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 50

I'm using this to protect unstained SPF indoor stairs in a cabin. These are 2 x 10's. Do I need to coat the underside? I don't think they should warp as they have heavy iron brackets across the ends. View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

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