Wood Stains & Sealers Q&A

Question 1

Hi. This kinda random but I have a coffee table made of natural fiber, jute cord I think, and i want to bring life back to it ..... will this product work in that kind of material ? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 2

We wish to seal old plaster in a historic house that is not heated. Can this product be used for this? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 3

Is this food safe, and heat resistant for pottery that will be holding food and hot spoons? Thank you! View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 4

Hey! Can this product be used over a gel stain? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 5

I have a cat urine smell on my oak wood floors. Will this product block urine odor after application? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 6

Can this be put on corian countertops? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 7

Hi, can i topcoat with oil-based or wax-based sealer for the latex-based painted doors? I have doors latex-based semi-gloss white painted, I want to apply a sealer for durability. it's confusing which sealer would be good. View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 8

We are redoing an old commercial building from 1940. the wooden floors are ... old ...so we painted them and love the look but they get dirty easily and have cracks that collect dirt... looking for a flexible ( not epoxy) product to Cover the paint with a waterproof protective coat to make easier cleaning.., is this product suited to this? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 9

Does this product stain or color wood? I'm considering it for shiplap siding on my wall and ceiling. View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 10

Well the aqua stain work on maple wood for new cabinets? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 11

Is this good for maple wood cabinets? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 12

So I want to make my walls look like suede leather can this product do this? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 13

do you have a product that I could seal a concrete bird bath with that would be safe for the birds? View answer

Asked 7 ´years ago

Question 14

Can I use this to seal drywall compound? I'm dying the mud grey and using it to do a vertical concrete "look" in bedroom and bathroom. Good for both? Thanks! View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 15

Is it safe bird perches? View answer

Asked 7 ´years ago

Question 16

Can I apply this product on a rubber floor ? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 17

How do I remove a white stain left over by water? (water was left on counter for 5 minutes) View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 18

Would any of the AFM products be appropriate for filling in and leveling open knots in white oak interior hardwood floors? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 19

Can you use it on a butcher block dining table? How well does it work in comparison to other products? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 20

I want to apply a clear coat on a painted sink for durability. Will this product be effective? View answer

Asked 7 ´years ago

Question 21

Is it safe to put fresh meat on it, to prepare food on it? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 22

Will this stain work okay on exterior wood siding? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 23

Can I use this on painted formica countertops? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 24

I have an allergy to the metal in my $1500 partial (oral. ). I am looking for a non toxic paint that I can cover the metal part so that I can wear the partial. Can you help? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 25

Is this food safe? Planning to use this on a candy dispenser that has been painted with acrylics. View answer

Asked 7 ´years ago

Question 26

Hi, will this product keep wood from graying over time? (for newly installed pine ceiling matt finish) View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 27

Small deck. One kit plenty for two applications. So could we use half this year and save the other half until needed again (maybe 3 years?) View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 28

How might I calculate gallon needs for interior trim? Is there any way to calculate square footage coverage for something like trim? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 29

It says that it can only be frozen up to three times. I am wanting something like this product, but here is my project. I am converting a van into a camper, and so I am building wooden walls inside of it. I am wanting to seal it the wood, but there will be times when the van is parked in freezing temperatures. Since this product can only sustain 3 freezes, what is the best product for my van conversion project? It also must be mold resistant. THANK YOU! View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 30

Are there sample sizes of Durostain Pro available? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 31

Does hard seal also waterproof wood? Ie for a wooden picnic table outside? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 32

Can I use this over wallpaper to protect it from water and cleaners? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 33

Can you use this on Alderwood unfinished bedroom furniture? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 34

Can this be used on sealed brick floors, and is it water based or solvent based? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 35

Would this be appropriate for outdoor play structure? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 36

Can I topcoat the Rubio oil Plus 2 with a clear oil based product for additional durability? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 37

I need a water based matte polyurethane/sealer to keep my floors in tact from cat urine (I know gross, old sickly cat) I have some concrete self leveler applied to one area and osb wood in other spots. I'm looking for a job toxic water based solution that will hold up on floors. Also we are going to be doing hardwood floors and looking for a water based solution for that as well? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 38

Hi- I've applied your oil wax finish to my bamboo end cut counter. Is it wise to reapply once a year? Do I use the same product?Thanks for your guidance.Kathy View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 39

This should be safe to use on exterior surface of a new wooden rabbit hutch? Non toxic to rabbits correct? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 40

We just had a mahogany deck installed. We would like to protect it and ideally preserve its reddish color rather than have it go silver-gray. We want to use a non-toxic product. What would you recommend? How frequently should we apply it. This deck gets a lot of sun exposure. View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 41

I am searching for products that can recoat an existing indoor concrete floor (20 yrs old) that has already been coated in different areas with and Epoxy coating, Ardex coating, and concrete sealer. We want to unify the floor with one product that can coat them all. I can't tell if this product will be able to do that. Technical information leads to a parent company that does not offer product technical support from what I can tell. Do you know if this product can do that? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 42

I applied this to some cedar but don't like how it changed the color. The amber tone is too dark. Could I apply a Rubio monocoat stain over it or do I need to sand it down first? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 43

I have indoor wooden planters that I'm going to sand and want to stain and seal so watering the herbs doesn't rot the wood. What's the best product for this? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 44

I am wondering if this can be used on children's furniture? I bought a small desk for my son which is covered in characters ( not painted on) I'm not sure if I should use this or another product View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 45

What is the difference between this product and the Vermeister zero-VOC polyurethane product? I need a clear matte finish for old hardwood floors that I am refinishing. They have already been sanded and I am keeping the bare color and need a sealant. View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 46

I already used Vermont Natural Coatings PolyWhey, Exterior, Penetrating Stain for my son's sandbox but see Dynoseal is recommended for "raised garden beds" up to the soil line so now I want to use Dynoseal... Can I apply Dynoseal OVER the Vermont Natural Coatings PolyWhey, Exterior, Penetrating Stain that I've already applied? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 47

I scrubbed some sap off my flooring with an abrasive sponge and discolored patches of it. What can I do to match the color again? Or will this finish be able to even out the tone? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 48

Does the wood need to be sanded before applying? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 49

What sealant is best for melamine particle board? I had new cabinets installed and can't tolerate the off gassing from them. View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 50

I just received a stone top outdoor dining table that needs to be sealed. Would this product work well for that purpose? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

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