Wood Stains & Sealers Q&A

Question 1

I am looking to protect an exposed cedar deck. Will Rubio Monocoat be easier than Vermont Natural Coatings PolyWhey to re-coat in 2 years or are they the same in that respect? I do not want a coating that will peel or need to be scraped to re-coat. Thanks. View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 2

I have applied this product to flooring in my home. I would like a bit more shine and protection. It there a poly type product I can apply over the top of this? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 3

Can this product be used over a painted surface to water seal it, or is it just for unpainted wood? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 4

Would this be a good choice for finishing a wood front door? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 5

Into non-toxics & meant to safecoat new cedar deck (1000 sft) but contractor has sanded it to 180 grit. What are my options? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 6

I recently oiled my Eucalyptus patio furniture with Teak oil. Would this product be recommended to now be applied to the furniture? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 7

What product could I use to add a fortifying topcoat to a newly laid floor made of prefinished oak parquet tiles? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 8

I'm building a dining table, coffee table, and desk. Is this a good option for all 3? Ideally the dining table would be food grade. View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 9

What is best sealer for sealing in off gassing from a new vinyl floor? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 10

Can you use polyureseal for exterior applications? Specifically a covered ceiling that would not get wet but fully exposed to outside. View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 11

Is this product suitable for an exterior cedar barrel sauna ? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 12

Can you apply this product over a polyurethane sealed wood floor? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 13

I'm looking for an ESPRESSO color stain? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 14

Can I use this on cabinets that were primed with an oil based product, but painted with a topcoat that is not oil-based? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 15

How long after applying two coats of sealer can you apply paint? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 16

Have water leak in bird bath. Is this product safe for outdoor birds? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 17

If you applied this to untreated wood, would it remain safely compostable at the end of its life? Thank you. View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 18

Hi, is it possible to "stain" this naturally, like using tea or berries? Thanks! View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 19

We have used an oil based paint on a wooden wardrobe. Whilst the smell has gone in the room if you smell the wardrobe close up you can still smell the paint and I am concerned about VOC. CAN YOU RECOMMEND a paint primer that could be used at all? Suzy Perks View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 20

can i use this on leatherworks, concrete products which are carried indoor and outdoor? trying to understand the boundaries since it mentions it's for indoor use. can you suggest some other from the range View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 21

Hi: I have redwood deck that will be power washed. I see you say order samples to see stain. Which color samples do you recommend? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 22

Is it food safe after fully cured and dry? I want to seal the outside of a coffee cup but it my extend up near the rim/lip of the cup. View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 23

My son and I are planning on building birdhouses and want to stain the exteriors. We have read mixed reviews due to the chemicals in the stains. Is your stain safe for birds if using it on the exterior of a birdhouse? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 24

I need to seal a painted crib, which product should I use to seal if we want a semi gloss or satin finished look? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 25

We have a table being built from red oak to be a base for our farmhouse sink. This will go into our laundry room and be consistently used. I need a stain and a top coat. This is a nice combination of both, also being user green friendly is a bonus. Would this work for this project?Taking into consideration this table will not be outside, but inside. It needs to be waterproof. View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 26

Hello! We purchased a house with pretreated wood floors, but we have kids and pets. Would this sealant work to seal the cracks on a pretreated floor? Or would it just sit on top of the wood since it's already treated? Thank you! View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 27

What is the best sealer to use on painted kitchen cabinets? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 28

Can I use this directly on a raw oak door? I need the door to be moisture resistant since it is in a bathroom. View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 29

I am trying to seal the inside of a gourd so that I can use it as a water bottle, is this a safe product to use for that type of purpose? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 30

We have baltic birch painted with a latex primer and then printed with UV ink. Will this work as a sealer? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 31

Would this product be considered organic for growing vegetables in the box after it has been sealed? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 32

With this product the Rubio oil plus stain work for sealing in formaldehyde? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 33

Hi Sasha,I asked earlier about the Rubio oil being adequate to seal formaldehyde. You said no and sent me a list of other products by AFM that would possibly work. The project involved is particle board walls which need to be sealed to be safe for me. Because I am so exquisitely sensitive to formaldehyde, it would need to be the best one. Can you let me know which one this would be? Thank you, Micheila View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 34

Currently painting our interior hardwoods floors with porch and patio paint. The color is a cream/light grey color. We applied one coat of satin, water based polyurethane sealant and the floors turned yellow. Applied with roller as it is too large of an area to apply with brush. Tried to not apply too thick. Will your sealant NOT turn the floors yellow?? And can it be applied with a roller?? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 35

How often should I use the floor milk? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 36

Is this a good product to seal a butcher block countertop in my kitchen? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 37

What is the best product to seal plastic casings of electronics to prevent off gassing of flame retardants inherent in these products? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 38

We have two wine barrel end tables we would like to keep the color but preserve the wood. We use them outside but store they for fall/winter. What would be the best product to use? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 39

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

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 40

Where is this made? View answer

Asked 7 ´years ago

Question 41

Hi have a cupboard and some walls that have started to smell musty and mouldy after a sand and a fresh coat of paint. Any ideas on how to seal in the smell? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 42

Is this paint safe for bird cages? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 43

Once a can of AFM Safecoat Polyureseal BP is opened, how long may I store it for future use? What can I do to maximize its shelf life? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 44

Does this provide any protection from the beating sun? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 45

Could this be used to seal a candle vessel made from concrete? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 46

I am looking for a safe sealer for my concrete kitchen countertop? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 47

I have trim that is stained with minwax oil based stain and we were in a hurry and installed it without finish, can this go over that? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 48

How often to you have to reapply AFM Safecoat clear penetrating oil? And do you have to re sand every time you reapply? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 49

Is there any cleaners that should NOT be used on Polyureseal BP Matte, when mopping? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 50

Can this be used on a kitchen table? I am having one made and like the Indigo. What top coat do you recommend? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

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