Wood Stains & Sealers Q&A

Question 1

What do you recommend for cleaning the deck before application Vermont Natural Coatings PolyWhey, Exterior, Penetrating Stain? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 2

will it work over real milk paint products? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 3

can this be used over a door stained with minwax product? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 4

We recently installed wood railing around our deck outside and painted it white, but rain seems to stick and leave spots. Will this work for us? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 5

any special preparation required for applying to 100 year old growth pine lumber stripped of house trim paint and sanded to 180 grit? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 6

I'm looking to seal kiln dried pine and cedar for exterior use as a garden greenhouse, with the goal of the final product being white wood. Can I use this product over white paint to seal in the chemicals (like other products advertise) while also expelling water? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 7

My husband and I are planning a kitchen remodel and are considering putting in butcher block or wood countertops. We've never had wood countertops before and in doing some research found out that there can be a lot of upkeep with oiling monthly. We are also concerned about water damage to the wood around the sink area, or from someone leave a glass of water on the counter that may have some water on the bottom of the glass. Do you have a food-safe product that is also powerful enough for kitchen countertops to handle water and liquids? We may be good at trying to quickly wipe up water from the counter, but kids are another story! Also, how often would it need to be reapplied in the future after the initial application? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 8

I don't have access to a buffer. Is a buffer absolutely necessary to apply? Why apply a second coat while first coat is still wet? Then rub any excess off after 15 minutes? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 9

Is there a product that would work well to seal painted wood floors in our kitchen? I need something that will be ok with getting wet as our painted floors right now are not. View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 10

I bought two loft beds for my kids that are phase 2 compliant but still smell and it scares me, what's the best product to use so there is no formaldehyde emitting from the beds? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 11

Can this be used indoors in a bathroom? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 12

What metals are used in the carboxylate metallic salts that are in the AFM SafeCoat, Naturals Oil Wax Finish? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 13

What kind of gloves should you wear while applying? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 14

Will this work on a pine and aspen? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 15

I used Watco Butcher Block Stain and Finish in hazelnut. I love the color. Can this product be used on it for maintenance? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 16

Will this adhere over clear epoxy resin table top? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 17

Can this be used on plastic or something spray painted? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 18

Is this product suitable for the inside of a chicken coop? Or are there other products that would be better? - also, what product would you recommend for the exterior of the chicken coop? Thank you! View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 19

Can any of your products be used to seal concrete planters? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 20

I'm wondering how "semi-transparent" this product is... I need to restain/seal my backyard fence that is older and has different colors to it based on where previous shrubs blocked water from hitting the fence. I am not sure how a clear would look in this situation, but I also don't want my fence to look like I painted it brown; I like seeing the natural grain of the wood. I'm debating between the Caspian Clear and the Acorn Brown. Do you have any suggestions? Thank you! View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 21

The question is can I use this product as a safe top coat for glass plates to eat on? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 22

I have particle board kitchen cabinets in a place built over 30 years ago. Only surfaces visible when the cabinets are closed have a laminate veneer. The insides and presumably the bottoms and and backs are uncoated particle board. I want to seal the surfaces I can reach - the insides. I have a full leftover container of AFM Hard Seal from another project. I noticed Polyureseal BP did best at blocking formaldehyde in the tests on your website. Would you recommend Hard Seal, Acrylacq, or Polyureseal BP? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 23

Hi, I am seeking a plant based/environmental friendly sealer for my wood paintings. I use mineral and earth pigment paints, basically crushed pigment powder mixed with water. Would this be the recommended product to try on my pieces? I've used Acri-Soy in the past and it can smear the paints sometimes due to its consistency. My art is made with 100% plants so everything is an experiment, but I thought I would ask in case there may be a better suggestion. Thank you. View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 24

I recently installed untreated pine on the ceiling in my bathroom. I am looking for a nontoxic seal that will protect the wood from water damage/molding etc. I don't intend to stain the wood. I only need to seal it. Is this an appropriate product for that? Thanks in advance. View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 25

Can I use this to seal an epoxy painted floor? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 26

Is this ok to use on outdoor teak furniture? It's faded Which I like and has been cleaned of mildew and moss so I just want a clear seal to protect wood. View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 27

Hi, we made a toy box from pine for our granddaughter for Christmas and used a min-wax product to stain and seal...it off-gassed terribly for almost 4 months , we sanded it all down to bare wood again..is this product suitable for our project..we want absolutely no odors ? Thank you ! View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 28

Can a conventional finish, such as polyurethane, be applied over top of this? I don't know anyone who has used this product and while I would really like to try it out, I am wondering about a backup plan if it just isn't for me. View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 29

Hello. Would this product work on an earthen ( aka adobe) floor? The floor consists of 3 parts sand, 1 part native soil containing clay and finely chopped straw fragments which was then sealed with 5 coats of boiled linseed oil. We're looking to further protect the floor. Thanks View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 30

Can this be used to waterproof the inside a wooden reptile enclosure? Enclosure will have soil on the bottom and temperature of 100 degrees F in spots.Is it safe? Or is there a different product that would be better? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 31

Is this product non-flammable? I am considering wooden candle holders and need a clear coat to seal them. View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 32

We have a redwood pergola. It needs to be sealed. Does this work? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 33

The floors in a shipping container has pesticides. Would this product make the floors safe ? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 34

Can this be used on hardwood floor? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 35

Can you use on laminate? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 36

Was wanting to use this on some concrete. Goal is to make the concrete hold water like a pond. Non toxic to my turtles right?? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 37

Will this product crack if applied to a flexing surface? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 38

Can I find this in Waco Texas? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 39

My wife and I are painting our wood kitchen cabinets with latex 'chalked' paint. Will this work on our cabinets? I am very sensitive to chemical odors. Thank you! View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 40

I have installed pressure treated wood as the beams beneath my kitchen. The beams are at least 24 inches above the ground and have been treated with afm safe coat safe seal or hard seal I'm not sure which. But I had an allergic reaction to the wood chips that got on my sweater and am considering replacing the wood with pine. Would this product be correct for that? The house is in florida and is subject to termite infestation. Please advise. Thanks! View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 41

Can I use this on an old wood floor in my bathroom? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 42

Does it work to cover urine odors? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 43

Would Hard Coat be the correct product to use on stained T1-11 to seal against formaldehyde for interior installation (family room)?? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 44

Can this be used to seal shellac onto glass to increase scratch resistance? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 45

I would like to seal my chalkboard wall so that I can use chalkboard markers and they will easily wipe off. Can this be used for this purpose? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 46

I want to use BioShield in the ebony color on maple butcher block. I do not cut on this butcher block, but I roll out cookies, etc. Is the product food grade? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 47

I bought an antique painted cabinet, painted green. I want to use it in the kitchen so I want to cover the paint with something. Is AFM SafeCoat Acrylacq a good choice? The description says "Raw wooden stained or previously painted cabinetry," Does that mean it can go on painted wood or wood that was painted and then had the paint removed??? Or is AFM SafeCoat, Polyureseal BP a better choice??? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 48

I am redoing a solid oak table and I am wanting to stain it green, what should I use to seal it once stained, good safe and easily cleaned? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 49

I just sanded my kitchen stone countertops. What clear coat should I use to protect them? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 50

Does this product dry with a natural finish? In other words is there any gloss to it? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

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