Wood Stains & Sealers Q&A

Question 1

Can you seal stained glass with this? I have some old interior doors with large diamond-shaped leaded stained glass inserts and the caning between the glass pieces is flaking off tiny lead slivers. View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 2

Can you use this to seal a table top over chalk paint? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 3

We have an office made of beautiful Alder wood. It has had a terrible odor since we purchased the home. We researched and were told it may have been that the wood was diseased as the home was built in 1992 and the wood was shipped. Could we seal the walls with this product to get rid of the odor? Thanks. View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 4

What sealant is recommended for pressure treated lumber in a playground? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 5

And if this is finished with AFM safecoat ext for an exterior application, would it have UV protection to protect the color or no? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 6

If using this to stain a coffee table what would you recommend to apply (if anything) to the top to make it resistant to water staining from drinks? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 7

Can this be used for bath or shower teak furniture? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 8

I plan to purchase Bioshield, Koloranti Teak Furniture Oil to restore my outdoor teak table. Can the leftovers be used to protect a previously stained redwood gate? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 9

The ingredients list linseed oil, then there is reference to this product being flax oil. Which is it? And is there risk of self combustion if left on rags? I believe linseed can combust if not disposed of properly. View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 10

Is the final finish shiny or matte? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 11

Would it be ok to use Rubio Monocoat Pure on an indoor wooden bench? Will it stain clothes? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 12

I have a new floor (Kahrs) which is stained and finished but a further top coat is recommended. I don't like the recommended oil (Kahrs satin oil) due to the high VOC's. Is Rubio Monocoat maintenance oil suitable on a floor with a hardening urethane finish? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 13

how long after putting on a coat of Permabond do I have to wait to paint the deck with the deck revive? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 14

Replacing deck . Some joists are rotten on top up to 2 or 3 inches. Will this product fill rotten wood areas ? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 15

I discovered when I used Bon Ami (calcium carbonate) on my Marmoleum that I was able to get some long-standing stains off of the floor. I have faithfully used the Marmoleum cleaner and finish for the last five years, but I think I can restore some bad staining with Bon Ami. If I do that, and then apply finish after I'm done, will it hurt the floor? View answer

Asked 7 ´years ago

Question 16

Just had marmoleum click tile installed. After trim installation it looks like some glue was spilled and wiped or scrubbed off, leaving shiny streaky marks. Will the Forbo cleaner get rid of these marks? Will I need to refinish the affected area? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 17

Can you tell me the shelf life of Forbo Cleaner and Forbo Matte Finish? I will be buying both, but don't want to over-buy more than I will use if products may lose effectiveness over time. View answer

Asked 7 ´years ago

Question 18

I have just installed marmoleum cocoa (sheet) for my kitchen floor. This product is not to be used on brand new marmoleum. What Forbo product can I use to add protection to my floor? Can I use this floor finish after awhile, or not at all? Thanks. View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 19

Just had marmoleum sheet flooring installed for kitchen and baths. Is there anything I need to do to it? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 20

I was told to use the residential floor finish on my click marmoleum tile floor. I have had my floor about 2 years. I am seeing some surface scratches. Will the residential floor finish restore these spots? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 21

What volume does the $9.95 sample come in? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 22

Is Forbo "residential floor finish" good for Marmoleum? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 23

Howdy! I'm building a outdoor cat yurt structure using a mix of pressure treated new lumber and salvaged wood. Do I need to wait the 6-8 months for the pressure treated wood to season outside before applying this? And will this combat the wood greying from UV? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 24

Hi - This seems to have a very high VOC content; is there anything about the Kahrs brand that makes it safer than alternatives? Is there any info on off gassing after it cures? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 25

I was wondering how would this product react on brand new western cedar walls and ceiling? Would the product stop the wood from discoloration from aging? Cedar in particular changes color dramatically with time so I was wondering how would a white color monocoat finish look on cedar after a 1-5 years? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 26

Anyone use this on real furniture? tacky to sit on? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 27

How long does it last outside on a fence before you have to recapture it? Can you spray it on? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 28

I am extremely chemical sensitive so I am unable to use any stains or finishes with VOCs. I need to redo my hardwood floors as well as trim. Your Monocoat sounds like a godsend for me. My problem is, my wife likes at least a semi-gloss shine. Is there any way to use the Monocoat and the Universal Maintenance Oil to get a higher shine? I told her about the satin but she doesn't think that will be enough. View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 29

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 6 ´years ago

Question 30

My painters applied one coat of the proper color. Now they recommend applying a second coat that is clear, but I don't see "clear" offered as a color? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 31

Is nitrate celluloid lacquer oil based?7 View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 32

Can I apply wax over this? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 33

Is this good for raised beds? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 34

Where can I buy this? Or how do I get free shipping? How long does it take to ship View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 35

AFM SafeCoat, Naturals Clear Penetrating Oil - if using on raw plywood (exterior at a somewhat sheltered entry), do the oils darken the natural color considerably, and is there a problem over time with yellowing? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 36

Can this be used on a kitchen table that has been stained? Will it change the color of the stain? Can it be used over white chalk paint? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 37

I'm hesitating between AFM safe coat clear penetrating oil and BioShield Aqua resin to finish some interior wood trim and windows. Which of this products would you recommend? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 38

Will the oil protect also reg sun/ UV light and keep the Charme of an 90 year old floor in Southern California . Where to buy it in LA? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 39

can it be used on plastic? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 40

I finished a large island with this five years ago and it needs a new coat. How do I add one? Do I need to sand first? How to I make sure the new coat bonds to the old? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 41

Is this product safe for animals, Specifically rabbits? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 42

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 43

What would you recommend for a front door finish? The door is new and made of walnut. It is not on the sunny side of our house and is set into the stone of the house. We purchased Safecoat Penetrating Oil for the cherry floors. Would that product work on an exterior application or do you suggest a different product? View answer

Asked 7 ´years ago

Question 44

does the clear penetrating oil has zero VOC ? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 45

Does it help with squeaky floors? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 46

Would this be good to use on wood lattice that we just want to seal to keep from weathering? We need something that is not going to harm the nature preserve area. View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 47

can the floor be refinished at a later date (app.1 year? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 48

Is the only difference between this product and the flooring finish the wax? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 49

How to remove water stains on oak panel ? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 50

hiim looking for an eco friendly substitute for polyurethane. any recommendations? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

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