Wood Stains & Sealers Q&A

Question 1

Is your product recommended for a butcher block countertop? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 2

Is it ok over boiled linseed oil? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 3

How much do I need to treat 2 pool lounge chairs? They are 6 feet long, about 2.5 feet wide, with a slide out table about 1x2.5. View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 4

I have white glossy cabinets that remain smelly with a �new paint� smell on the inside years later (only the cabinets that have interior shelves that were painted). I am unsure if the paint is oil based, but am hoping you can recommend what product I try to seal the inside of the cabinets? Thanks! View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 5

Can this be used on top of Ecos paints tinted varnish as an extra seal for T&G pine floors? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 6

Would this be appropriate to use to seal a cement candle vessel? Is it heat resistant? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 7

Do you have a product that can be used over a water based stain, and does not require a respirator when applying? Thank you View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 8

Can this be used on prefinished engineered hardwood flooring? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 9

I have a juniper shower wall that I want to seal or coat to offer more protection. This shower doesn't get used frequently, maybe once a month at most, but I want more than just the raw wood. Though I used a waterproof glue between each tongue and groove seam, I hope to get more protection from water damage and was looking for something appropriate for a vertical space that will get wet. Is this an appropriate product? I was also considering the Watershield from Safecoat. View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 10

I am getting a leather reclining couch from Vietnam delivered soon. What might you recommend? And should I be worried? I have a 6 year old. View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 11

Can I use AFM Safecoat dura stain, on a Room divider that�s solid wood? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 12

Can I use this product to seal children�s toys? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 13

Can you use this over a laminate floor to seal it ? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 14

Product has a strong fishy smell when applying. How long will it persist? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 15

I'm installing new carpet in a bedroom that is located above an attached garage, there is old carpet glue on top of the subfloor. I'd like to use something to seal in any past pollutants that's made its way to the subfloor and any future ones from the garage. Would this product work over old carpet glue on wood subfloor and under new carpet? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 16

Could this be used over old carpet adhesive on a wood subfloor prior to new carpet install? We are replacing carpet in a room above a garage in a 1970s home and want to seal off the new carpet from any past or future pollution from the garage. View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 17

I want to seal odors in interior T1-11 siding and prep for stain. What product should I use? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 18

I have an odor from a spill on concrete garage floor. I have scraped of the spill bu still has a strong odor. What can I use to coat the concrete and seal in the odor? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 19

I am planning on using Rubio Hybrid Exterior on a cedar bench surrounding a hot tub. The wood is freshly sanded and clean, Do you think I need to use the RMC Exterior Cleaner in this case, or could I get by with RMC Cleaner for interiors? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 20

Will this keep outdoor furniture feet dry? Should I put it on the bottom of the feet? Can you reply by tomorrow, 6/6, 5PM? Thanks! View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 21

How long is the finish expected to last? In other words, how often should I expect to need to re-apply? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 22

I need to stain some bat houses, and have been told to use "non toxic solid color 100% acrylic exterior latex stain that is of mildew and fade resistance quality". What would you recommend? Thank you! View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 23

Can you pour this on wooden table top to level the surface?!? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 24

What is the shelf life for this product? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 25

I am restoring old wooden (tongue and groove) countertops. I want a topical sealer that fills in the cracks and creates a good hard waterproof matte surface for my countertop. Is Acrylacq matte a good choice for me? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 26

Is this product tested to be free of PFAS? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 27

Can I paint this on a plywood subfloor before installing laminate? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 28

Can you use the matte on butcher block to form a good seal that isn't shiny?? My wife doesn't want the shiny look but oils are not working for our countertop View answer

Asked 11 ´months ago

Question 29

What version of Safecoat Seal do you recommend for sealing a piece of birch plywood? I am not going to paint it; just want to remove smell of formaldehyde. View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 30

Can I use this on a cement bird bath and is it non toxic ? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 31

I understand that this is for exterior use and not intended for shower use, but is this product safe enough to be used on cedar planks in a shower stall in a home? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 32

Can this be used on a slate countertop? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 33

I just finished paneling a 10' x 14' room with knotty pine boards. I will be storing hunting clothes in the room so I don't want chemical smells tainting them. Which product would you most recommend and how many gallons do you think I'll need to cover all four walls (8' floor to ceiling)? Thank you. View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 34

i plan to cut some pressure treated wood and apply this product on the cut sections only. does the wood still need to be 3-6 months dry before doing this as it's not going on the pressure treated section but on the non-pressure treated sections? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 35

Hello, I need to seal an onyx bathroom sink. Which non toxic sealant would you recommend? Thank you. View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 36

How much Rubio Monocoat is needed to stain a dresser that is approximately 5ft tall x 3-1/2 feet wide? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 37

How much Rubio Monocoat would it take to stain a 4 drawer dresser? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 38

bot a fixer-upper --any experience with covering up cat odor that has seeped into subfloor? View answer

Asked 11 ´months ago

Question 39

Hello, I'm inquiring if the AFM safecoat Acriglaze gallon is offered in bulk? It seems purchasing more than 1 increases the taxes and shipping to an extraordinary large price. Thanks View answer

Asked 8 ´months ago

Question 40

What can I put on top of a paint can or a polyurethane open can o when I get to close till the next use so the skin n doesn't form over the top of the paint or s polyurethane can u help me please????? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 41

Are there brand/models of paint sprayers that you would recommend in applying AFM Safecoat SafeSeal and HardSeal? Thanks View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 42

Is this the correct product to seal off-gassing for a bed frame with wood veneers? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 43

Is Safecoat Hard Seal the correct product to seal VOC for an white painted bedroom set? Im looking to the Hampton Storage Bed Super Set from Pottery Barn Teen. Also would this dry properly for the top of a white desk from Pottery Barn? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 44

I'm thinking of getting an Ikea wardrobe cabinet (Pax), but the sides of the shelves are exposed particle board. The inside of the sidewalls have peg holes for the adjustable shelves. These holes (approx. 1/4" round and deep) are also exposed particle board. Which AFM product would be best to use to seal these? In addition, if I decide to seal the whole cabinet (the Ikea description says it is made of fibreboard and paper foil) which AFM product would I use? Are AFM sealer products completely inert when dry? (i.e. absolutely no smell) View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 45

Can it be used for bedroom furniture? Looking for something to Seal wood that is eco-friendly and odor free. Will apply on three-quarter inch maple veneer plywood. View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 46

I have put up paintable wallpaper in my kitchen. I painted it with a pearl metallic water based paint and didn't notice the cancer warning. Now I am wondering if I get your AFM Safecoat Polyureseal BP could I brush or roll a coat of this on to seal off the other paint and be able to wipe down any splatters with only 1 coat? I am worried that sanding would be difficult or impossible with the textured wall paper design to do more coats. View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 47

I discovered oak floors in my kitchen after pulling up layers of vinyl flooring. I want to sand the floor and protect with a non-toxic product that will stand up to a kitchen, My concern is to protect a floor susceptible to water food splashes etc. I can't leave the home and am sensitive to toxic fumes. What product would you recommend? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 48

Hello, I'm busy cleaning my attic from a mice infestation. I am scrubbing the sheetrock and studs with safe choice cleaner and thought it a good idea to use 'safe seal' as a final step to help rid any odors from mice urine. Would that product be appropriate or do you have another suggestion? thanks, karen View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 49

If I want to put it over vinyl on a plastic kids plate is it food safe? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 50

Is this safe for painting a baby crib? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

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