Wood Stains & Sealers Q&A

Question 1

Which product would be better for new butcher block countertops, this or the BioShield Herbal Oil? They go around our sink, so water damage is a top concern. View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 2

I have a nut allergy but am wanting to seal our wood countertops naturally. Does this product contain any nuts or is there a better product for sealing countertops without nuts that is non-toxic? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 3

I'm building a bed for my son out of pine and want a non-toxic finish for it. Ideally I'd like a grayish brown stain, but am open to clear or other tint. The main thing is the non-toxic part. What can I use? View answer

Asked 7 ´years ago

Question 4

I have a ceramic solar bird bath and the paint is worn off. Can I paint it and with what? View answer

Asked 7 ´years ago

Question 5

can this be applied with an airless paint sprayer in 2 coats with a fine nozzle? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 6

Can I put a high gloss exterior finish over Rubio Monocoat 2C or Rubio Monocoat Hybrid Exterior Wood Protector? What is the difference between Rubio Monocoat Hybrid Exterior Wood Protector and the Rubio Monocoat Plus 2C? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 7

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 8

I just finished overhauling some ratty wood outdoor rocking chairs. I primed them with water based Latex wood primer then hand painted them with acrylic paints. I am looking for a glossy non yellowing water based top coat to seal them .. would this work? Does this item work well for items outside in heat and cold? Does it have any UV resistant properties? The chairs will sit under a covered porch so they won't be directly exposed to weather extremes. View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 9

Does the 3-6 month wait time also apply to heat-treated wood (e.g. Thermowood)? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 10

Is this suitable for mango wood? Can you apply it on top of a stain? View answer

Asked 7 ´years ago

Question 11

Does this product seal in formaldehyde? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 12

Is this safe to use on drinking glasses? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 13

I would like to put a coat or two of oil on some wooden boxes that have never been stained. They are used for holding vegetables at a farmer's market. Which oil should I use? View answer

Asked 7 ´years ago

Question 14

Can Deck Revive be used on a faded composite deck? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 15

Does the color look odd on Walnut Hardwood Flooring? What is the maximum number of coats applied to flooring? I am interested in using more than 3 coats on a kitchen floor because of high traffic. View answer

Asked 7 ´years ago

Question 16

I need to reseal my exterior front door as is recommended by my builder yearly. I noticed in the directions on this product that it shouldn't be used over oil-based finishes. I don't know if my door has an oil- based finish or not. Am I safe to use this? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 17

I painted my laminate formica countertops with a paint kit. it's holding up well, but the glossy finish is showing wear and scuffs. I'd like to take it to a matte or satin finish, but the paint kit company only offers gloss. If I sand with a fine grit and dull the surface, can I use this to reseal? How durable is it? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 18

Is this what we need to use to give a crib that smooth finish? Or is there another product we need to use to seal and finish the crib? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 19

Does it come in colors? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 20

Do you have samples of stain on pine? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 21

Will this keep outdoor furniture feet dry? Should I put it on the bottom of the feet? Can you reply by tomorrow, 6/6, 5PM? Thanks! View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 22

I have a new oak floor with an aluminum oxide finish and it's a matte finish that xxxx up dirt. Can I apply AFM Safecoat Polyureseal BP Satin finish on this surface without sanding? View answer

Asked 7 ´years ago

Question 23

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 24

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

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 25

Will the Hybrid Exterior work well and look nice on outdoor Eastern Red (Aromatic) Cedar furniture? Will it amber the wood like spar/marine poly? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 26

Hello, I have 1 gallon of the SafeCoat Polyureseal in matte and 1 gallon in satin. I will likely need to use 2 gallons for my project, 1 initial coat and then a second on top. Is it possible to mix the two gallons together and then proceed with my project, or should I use the matte first and then follow it up with the satin? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 27

Does this repel mold and mildew? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 28

We have installed plywood interior walls in a cabin -- living space and bathroom -- and would like to waterproof them. Is this a suitable product? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 29

Can it seal a candle vessel made from Aqua Resin? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 30

Will it cover a painted wood outside table ? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 31

Can you pour this product on a countertop like a self-leveling how thick Can you pour each coat? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 32

Can this product be applied over particle board furniture covered with veneer? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 33

Can I use this to seal wood and put it in a fish tank? View answer

Asked 7 ´years ago

Question 34

I have bamboo coasters that are already finished and I've painted with acrylic. will the afm acriglaze work over the other finish and acrylic? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 35

Can this be used to seal a hempcrete sink in a kitchen setting? Is it food safe? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 36

Hi, I am looking for a product that would seal a plaster candle container, would this work?And after applying this on the plaster, would it give a shiny finishing on the plaster or my plaster could still stay matt looking? Because I would like to keep it matt. And do you ship to Hong Kong?Thanks! View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 37

Is it safe for dogs? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 38

If I've been using mineral oil on my butcher block, would I need to deeply sand it for this to adhere? Or a light sanding? Would I need to use anything to dissolve the mineral oil? Would you recommend this or Bioshield Wood Counter finish in terms of longevity and having the oiliness not transfer to everything set on the counter (which is my problem now. Thanks! View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 39

And, do recommend sanding the deck first, or scrub-clean? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 40

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 41

Can this be used on wood flooring? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 42

Can it be applied to a fiberglass door? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 43

I am building a cat tree with seasoned wood from a fallen tree. I want to use a nontoxic sealer as our 2 cats like to chew wood. Is the sealer safe for my pets? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 44

Can this be used on raw pine or plywood in an exterior setting? Does a pre-stain conditioner need to be used to prevent blotchiness? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 45

hi! I'm wanting to seal our butcher block countertops, and i was curious to know if this leaves any sort of oily or tacky film once dried? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 46

We were looking for something to prevent a store bought crib from scratching. Can we use this product for that? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 47

What is the wax content of BioShield Floor Milk? How long does it take to fully cure? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 48

Can this be used on polyurethane sealed floors? If not do you have a different wax product you suggest? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 49

I recently purchased this to use on new interior doors that have been painted (after multiple calls with GBS staff) but I just read that it should NOT be used over wood or mdf that has already been painted. Is that true? Please advise. View answer

Asked 7 ´years ago

Question 50

Does this need to be buffed like a wax finish? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

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