Wood Stains & Sealers Q&A

Question 1

Will this product off gas if heated up to 120 F ? I have a raw unfinished Wood sauna I would like to seal. The wood smell bothers me. View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 2

We bought laminate flooring and after putting it down found out it scratches easily. Would this solve our problem? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 3

Which is better to seal raw pine doors Polyureseal BP or AFM Acrylacq Wood Sealer? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 4

I am looking for a matte finish. In two places for the AFM Safecoat, it notes that if you want a satin finish, you need to add one base coat of gloss first. But in a third place it notes the same applies for a matte finish. So, which is it? And furthermore, why is that? Seems like a lot of money to spend for a quart of Gloss that I'll barely need and will probably never come close to finishing. Thanks for your response. View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 5

How large is the sample? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 6

Ha how long does it take for safecoat polyseal BP to dry? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 7

How big is the sample size and how much area would it cover? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 8

can you use this product on freshly acrylic painted countertops? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 9

How long does it take to dry? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 10

I have stained butcher block countertops, can I use this to make them food safe? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 11

Can I use this to seal the inside of a laundry tub to make it safe to use for a food planter? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 12

Other websites say you "can" put water-based polyurethane over oil-based stain as long as the oil stain has had time to cure. Some recommend a shellac sealer first but others say to just wait for the oil finish to fully dry or cure. If this is the case, then why can I not use SafeCoat Polyureseal BP over my fully dry oil-stained furniture? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 13

Hi. I see you do not recommend putting this product over an oil-based stain. However, I had tables made and the guy put a water-based polyurethane (Varathane brand) OVER his oil-based Varathane wood stain. The tables look awesome, no flaking or peeling. But they are off-gassing and the odor is bothersome. But I feel like it will be safe to put a coat of SafeCoat PolySeal BP on top since there is already a water-based finished that was put on last. Yes? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 14

Will it work on concrete bird bath? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 15

How clean brush, what kind of solvent works with water based polyurethane finish? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 16

Can I use this on vinyl squares..? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 17

What is the volume of the sample size? How many square feet would it cover? Thank you! View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 18

I make flower boxes and garden planters and am looking for something that can coat like polyurethane but is safe to grow herbs and vegetables out of. Will this product help? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 19

Can I use over painted vinyl tiles? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 20

Hi, I'm making concrete candle jars and I'm wondering if this product is safe to use for sealing the inside of the jar where the candle will be burning?Thank you View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 21

Can this be used on shower walls? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 22

It might be overkill, but could the Safecoat be used over the Vermont Natural Coatings PolyWhey, Exterior, Penetrating Stain for additional protection? I understand that the stain already has a sealer in it. View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 23

Is this product safe for reptiles? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 24

What is the best applicator for an existing slightly sealed (wearing off) stained, cement floor? I used the sample and it binds fine. View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 25

I need a clear sealer for outdoor signs made of MDO painted with exterior latex paint. I'm remaking halloween decorations for the great pumpkin Charlie Brown and I need it not to yellow, would this be a good product? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 26

would this work as a top seal for painted countertops? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 27

Is this an eco friendly safe product that can be used to seal concrete cinder blocks that will be used to build a vegetable garden? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 28

What level of UV protection does AFM Safecoat Exterior Polyureseal provide for the underlying surface? I have a couple of customers that would like some exterior wood carvings done. View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 29

Can this be used for bird baths? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 30

Will this be safe as a sealer for a wooden snake cage? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 31

Hi,Can I apply this over oil-based spar URETHANE and Varathane wood stain to block the VOC for an exterior door? Thanks. View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 32

Hi, I'm looking for a product that would seal a honed marble countertop, would this work? Thanks View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 33

Can this be used on garden planting boxes? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 34

Is this safe to use on my veggie garden bed wood boxes to help seal out moisture and dirt? Thanks! View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 35

I'm decorating ceramic dishes and need a sealer so that we can eat off of them. Can I use this product? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 36

Is this the right choice to seal a wooden framed catio that looks like it's inexpensive finish won't hold up over time? I want to keep it on a covered porch. I want it to be well sealed so I can clean any cat pee off easily. What is the best product to use for this purpose? Is there something I can use without having to sand every surface? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 37

I purchased a wooden cabinet to turn into a bathroom vanity. I do not know what type of stain was used on it. I would like to apply a protective coating without sanding off the finish to protect the wood from water and general moisture in the bathroom. Would this be a good fit, even over the unknown type of stain? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 38

Can it be applied indoors with central heat ? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 39

hello! I just sanded an old antique closet door and am excited to create an outdoor table with it. Would this product work to protect it from rain, snow etc.? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 40

Will this work on Terra cotta planter pots to seal them ? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 41

Can i use this on laminate cabinets to get them to shine? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 42

is this non-conductive, to use around electrical applications? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 43

Is this food safe? I'm looking for a satin or matte sealer to use on hand painted wooden food platters. View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 44

Do you have a product that can be used as a protective sealer over wallpaper. We were told to use a clear acrylic coat over the wallpaper we wanted to use in our bathroom, but I'm chemically sensitive? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 45

We are not sure if the previous floor finish on our hardwood floors was oil-based. If the floor is sanded first can we then use AFM SafeCoat, Acrylacq Item #1035 ? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 46

Can you use over wood stain? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 47

Can you use this product over previously sealed countertops? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 48

I'm looking to encapsulate old surfboards for display. Boards that have traditional polyester resin and newer epoxy resin, and also on exposed polyurethane foam and polystyrene foam. Would this product work on all these surfaces? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 49

I would like to seal/waterproof a wall of stickers. I would like it to be a thicker product to make up the different thicknesses. Would this be a good product to use? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 50

Can it be used over painted surface? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

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