Wood Stains & Sealers Q&A

Question 1

Can this be used on painted woods? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 2

Is it good for granite polishing? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 3

Is it harmful to dogs? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 4

Can I put this over a 2 part hardwood finish? Does this product need stripping at times? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 5

Is it OK over acrylic sealed cement floor? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 6

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

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 7

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 8

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 9

Is the final finish shiny or matte? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 10

I own Colorado's first certified Built Green home, so you can imagine how hard I tried to get the painters I hired to use zero VOC paint. Despite my best efforts, a new employee of the company inexplicably used EXTERIOR paint on the INTERIOR of my home. !!!!! I am VERY concerned and distressed. 1) Will 2 coats of SafeSeal over the Sherwin (exterior) Superpaint help stop the off gassing of dangerous chemicals/VOCs? 2) Can I use zero VOC Sherwin Williams Promar 200 over the SafeSeal and exterior paint? I need to use that because it matches the rest of my home. View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 11

I'm in the process of putting down Varathane Floor Finish (oil-based polyurethane). I have two coats on OSB (I'm using DriCore as basement flooring). Unfortunately, I was unaware of just how toxic polyurethane is and am concerned about the potential long duration of off-gassing. I'm looking for an encapsulating sealer to contain the VOCs and the off-gassing. Will the SafeCoat Soft or Hard Sealer work for this? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 12

I recall that you said there's no difference between Safe Seal and Hard Seal when it comes to reducing off gassing... that the only difference is the finish... did I understand that correctly? Could either be used to seal the exposed under- and back-sides of an old laminate kitchen countertop? I'm guessing the exposed parts are compressed particle board. View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 13

I am looking to seal what appear to be MDF boards that have been used for the drawer bottoms and back of a new dresser against formaldehyde off-gassing. The boards have a shiny surface--only the edges are raw. I don't know whether this is a feature of MDF or whether they have been coated with acrylic. Would you recommend the SafeCoat safe seal or hard seal for this purpose? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 14

Is this food safe? I have butcher block with oil stain and water based Polycrylic View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 15

Will it seal vinyl self stick squares? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 16

Can this be applied to spray foam? My attic has Spray Polyurethane Foam coated with 14 mils of thermal barrier. The attic has a chemical smell from the insulation. Air testing revealed total VOCs are within normal limits, but it stinks. Will this product help? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 17

Trying to seal in smell and off gassing of a custom home made (bought second hand) bunk bed for two queen beds. We want to seal in odor and off gassing and paint it white. It was stained and has some sort of polyurethane. What product could accomplish all three? Seal in off gassing, eliminate odor, paint it white? Thank you so much for your safe products! View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 18

I want to seal off a painted model ship for an aquarium.Will the seal be toxic to the freshwater environment? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 19

Can use this on painted milk jugs made into skulls? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 20

Can I use this on top of hardwood floors that were coated with a water based poly (2 years ago)? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 21

Hello, We are looking to paint a sealant over the walls (painted drywall) in our closet to prevent the VOCs from interior insulation from coming through. Can this be used on painted drywall? We don't care about the shiny appearance. Thanks! View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 22

Will this product provide UV protection over painted surfaces? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 23

Can I use it as a wallpaper paste? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 24

What's the average dry time for a thin coat? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 25

This is what it states in regards to using Hard Seal on a furniture piece that is solid wood and particle board. Looks like someone removed from the description the 2nd NOTE which stated the product could not be used on Particle Board. Please support?Hard Seal can also be used on painted or stained woodwork or on unfinished wood products. Not for use on particle board or chipboard. View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 26

Will this work for sealing a wooden hot tub? I need a sealer that can be used to seal a fir hot tub I am building. It will be a small single person tub that is drained and filled after each use. I need a sealer that can be submerged in water up to 105 degrees F and not leach chemicals too much. View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 27

I have installed marble white self adhesive vinyl film on my kitchen countertops. What can I put on it to seal it and protect it from cutting and heat? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 28

Does this product come in a satin or semi gloss? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 29

Will it adhere to Formica? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 30

Looking for a non toxic alternative to Kilz sealer for subfloor before new carpet install. Will this work? Subfloor had dog urine damage in spots, so it was sanded and bleached to resurface the subfloor before new carpet install. Installers recommended using Kilz before installation but I'm hoping for a safer product since I baby will be in the house. View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 31

Can this be safely used to seal concrete birdbaths? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 32

I'm looking for a good sealant for a natural wood backsplash. it's like a barn wood rough texture and I'm thinking something to paint on, in a clear matte finish? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 33

Can I use it on Formica countertop? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 34

Is this safe to seal plastic tubs for a raised garden? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 35

I'm looking for something non-toxic for sealing freshly painted indoor walls. I don't see anything that quite matches that. Do you have anything that's clear that works well on indoor walls? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 36

Can this be used to seal a wood countertop after an oil base stain and wood conditioner? If so, how does it handle heat, like if a hot pan was set on it? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 37

I paint acrylic designs on tile which then has to be sealed. Does your product seal acrylic and, will it also work as a sealer over flexible vinyl (think spare tire cover)? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 38

Im confused...to the lady who stated she had a piece of furniture that is part solid wood part particle board. it was recommended to her to use the AFM hard seal...however when i read about hard seal it says not to use on particle board...?So what is recommended for furniture pieces that are composed of 2 different materials including these? Please clarify and suggest a great product that will encapsulate both to the max as one. thank you View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 39

Does this work to seal lead containing tile on bathroom walls? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 40

Is this appropriate to use for encapsulation of lead paint? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 41

Can it be used on semi-gloss latex painted walls? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 42

I don't want to use pressure treated lumber in my garden boxes will this seal buried 4x4 against wood rot ? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 43

I am using unfinished T1-11 for the interior walls of my shop. I would like to guard against any potential issues by sealing it first however, I don't want a glossy finish. Which product would work best for me? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 44

I want to make stainless steel shot glasses to go with a set is this safe to use for drinking out of the shot glasses? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 45

I have a countertop made of granite but the granite look like wood I was trying to find something to give it a shine and seal it all the same time, but I need it to be waterproof and heat resistant? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 46

We need to seal a fire pit surround. We need something waterproof, rust resistant, and flame retardant. Help? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 47

We want to seal the underside of a swimming pool top rail to prevent rusting. The top rail is metal. We want it to be non toxic. Do you have a product you can recommend? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 48

Does the hard seal AFM work pet smells? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 49

Can I use this on OSB walls ? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 50

I make concrete candle vessels. Would this be a good option to seal them if making and burning candles once cured? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

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