Wood Stains & Sealers Q&A

Question 1

It says do not apply when temperatures are before 50 degrees F. Also says it dries in 1 hour and needs a 48 hr full cure time. Can it drop below 50 degree during that 48 hour cure time? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 2

If Bioshield #9 is used on floors, how much does it smell later? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 3

Can this product (AFM SafeCoat, Naturals Clear Penetrating Oil) be used to reapply over wood that was previously treated with a penetrating oil stain applied three-four years ago? (It would be applied to an outdoor shed that the previous owner had treated, approximately 280 sq feet total surface area.) View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 4

Will it work in a hot environment? 180F / Sauna View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 5

Does this product off gas in a hot environment (180F in a Sauna)? Does it resist mold? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 6

How do you compare this product (Rubio Monocoat Hybrid Exterior Wood Protector) and Bioshield Penetrating Oil Sealer? I am looking to use something to reseal and protect my exterior eucalyptus wood furniture that has had some lacquer finish in the past but is capable of accepting oils at this time. The furniture company itself recommends a linseed or teak oil (but a generic one with chemicals of course). View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 7

Can this be used on engineered wood flooring? To trap the VOCs? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 8

Can AFM SafeCoat, Polyureseal BP be used to seal stone pebbles in hearth? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 9

I want to use this product on pine floors after a coat of pickling (1 part Floetrol, 1 part water, 2 part latex paint). Will this product work and be durable with two coats? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 10

Is this safe for a baby crib ? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 11

Would this product work on an exterior cedar deck? I've cleaned it with a Sherwin-Williams Cleaner & their Revive enhancer? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 12

I I'm looking for a spray that is safe to put on my baby's cranial helmet After we paint a Winnie the pooh theme? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 13

will this adhere to rubber? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 14

Hello, I plan to stain furniture for a chemically sensitive family. Can I use just the oil without applying the drying agent? Will it take longer, but dry anyway? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 15

I am building a children's bed out of Yellow Pine for a friend and she is very conscious of VOCs and harmful chemicals. Even Tung Oil is not up to her standards. Is this a product you would recommend for this type of item? Or is there another product you would suggest? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 16

Im looking to seal art made up of many different types of materials (wood, paper, paint, metal, everything...) - I'm looking for it to be crystal clear and not have much in way of harmful chemicals. I realize this product isn't it since it looks like it�s for mainly wood - any suggestions on an all purpose clear sealant that�s also archival? Thanks in advance! View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 17

WILL THIS WORK for a fabric wallcovering sealer ? I need a clear non yellowing sealer.. View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 18

I have hpl faced blockboard kitchen Caracas..which type of AFM seal can I use?do I need to sand it? How to apply? Kitchen is one year old View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 19

I have melamine faced mdf which type of AFM seal can I use. Do I need to sand it? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 20

I have a painted countertop and it has gotten very dull. Would like to apply a poly or something to brighten it, what is an easy solution? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 21

Can wax be used to seal and wax a polished concrete floor that has not been sealed yet? the concrete floor is also in floor hot water heated View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 22

Is this food grade safe? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 23

My cedar siding was treated with an oil based/rosin based product called Penofin. I did not realize how toxic it is. We've cleaned the siding according to that product makers suggestion and I would like to seal it now to stop any residual off gassing of the Penofin and stop the strong cedar smell from my siding. Sounds like I would have to strip the Penofin completely before I use this product? Do you sell an exterior sealer that I could use on top of the remaining Penofin? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 24

I love this product. Have used in on my raised beds and they look great. I am now going to use it on my new deck. I was wondering if you have a recommendation for a sealant to apply on top for added water proofing? For example, can the Vermont Nat. Coatings Penetrating Water Proofer be applied on top of the PolyWhey stain? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 25

Does this work for formica countertops? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 26

What can you seal vinyl tile with? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 27

I'm trying to clean and apply a "Sealer" and "Polish" on a VCT flooring after a deep scrub. What products would you recommend to replace products on the market like Zep's Floor Sealer and Zep's Floor Polish? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 28

I'm painting a kitchen island with a cutting board. Can I use this to seal the board after painting and be food safe?? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 29

Do I need to sand my wood trim or will this adhere over finished surfaces? Thank you! View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 30

Can this be used on wood floors? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 31

Would this work on a dining room table? I recently refinished and am at raw wood. Am trying to understand best path forward? If I can use this, do I need a polymer sealer as well? Also am thinking of ordering samples of colors, can they be mixed to create further colors? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 32

We want to seal / finish steel staircases. It is all flat bar cold rolled so we have mill marks we want to keep. We can spray or brush. What is the best product to use? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 33

Can this be used to seal marble? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 34

What do you recommend using to finish Purebond plywood cabinet carcasses? I bought SafeSeal and Polyureseal, and was planning a coat of each (more around sink and stove). Do you suggest the same finish for a bathroom vanity? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 35

What is the best finish for an oak kitchen table? I want to prevent white cloudy marks from water and heat. It also has to be durable and washed daily. View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 36

Does 1 gallon cover 200-400 sq ft with one coat or two? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 37

Is this waterproof? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 38

I need a stain color for my indoor wood floors that has no VOC"s. I usually do natural floors with a water based finish, but I would love to be able to stain the floors a darker color. Are there any stain colors that are water based or have no Voc"s? Again, this would be for a wood floor that runs throughout the house. View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 39

Hello. I have LEED Certified oiled wood flooring in my condo. It is stained dark walnut. Currently I clean it with Bona floor cleaner and a mop. , and vacuum in between. There are small areas or wear near kitchen sink and a few nicks but it is otherwise beautiful. Will this product revive these areas as well as protect the floor from more scratches and nicks? How do you apply it to a large area? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 40

We have a wall at our place that has all pressure treated wood. We want to deal it to keep the gasses and chemicals trapped. What product do you recommend. it's porous and can be touched. No often but it's exposed to outside? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 41

I've gotten interested in color washing walls. Every �recipe� I've seen so far has used latex glaze that has high vocs. Will this work as a substitute, mixed with an acrylic paint and water to color wash over an existing acrylic layer? I am looking at using Behr premium plus paint which is acrylic. View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 42

I painted on a linoleum bathroom stall door for a school and on a tile surface and am looking for a highly durable sealant but not sure which product to pick? Will any of these products work? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 43

I have a latex painted vanity would like to seal it to protect it from scratches, water and mold will this work without yellowing? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 44

What are the coldest and hottest temperatures at which RMC Oil Plus 2C can be applied? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 45

What volume is the sample for the clear sealer? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 46

Can I use it on walls after applying Fiberlock lead barrier to it? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 47

Would this be ok to use on a fiberglass door? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 48

Can this be used over shellac? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 49

Does this block odor/seal in VOCs? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 50

If I am putting this over some dewaxed shellac on a pine surface, how long should I let the shellac cure before putting this Hard Seal over it? And how many coats of Hard Seal? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

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