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Many of today’s building materials are loaded with toxic chemicals. They contribute to the problem of indoor air pollution through a process of evaporation called offgassing. This is true even for so called “environmental zero VOC coatings,” which can still contain toxic ingredients not prohibited by any government regulation.
Safecoat Sealers are different in two ways: They do not contain the hazardous offgassing chemicals in the first place, and they can help seal the surface to block offgassing from the coated material. Safecoat Sealers are all low-odor and not toxic, and include:
Safecoat Safe Seal. A clear sealer to aid in blocking offgassing from processed wood such as particle board and plywood.
Safecoat Grout Sealer. Clear, moisture-resistant sealer for porous tile grout.
Safecoat WaterShield. Versatile water-repelling sealer for cementitious surfaces.
Safecoat MexeSeal. Extremely durable finish for porous, unpolished Mexican clay tile, stone, granite, concrete and stone pavers and masonry surfaces where oil and water repellency are desired.
Safecoat Penetrating WaterStop. Improves water resistance in new or unsealed surfaces such as brick wall, concrete foundations and stucco.
Approved by Subject Editors on August 11, 2004
Reviewed by Cassandra Adams
This product is manufactured in a fairly similar manner to non-environmental products in terms of energy consumption and raw materials inputs. However, it differs in that it contains as few toxic ingredients as possible, no formaldehyde, and no VOCs (volatile organic compounds), so it is much less harmful to those who work with it during the manufacturing and installation phases, as well as to the end user. It is well tolerated by many people who have chemical sensitivities. This product is among the most environmentally mindful sealants available
GreenHomeGuide Community Reviews
Debra Lynn Dadd
on October 03, 2004
Safecoat Safe Seal is one of those products that can be a lifesaver for many people. It is completely effective at sealing in emissions such as formaldehyde fumes from particleboard, opening up a whole range of more affordable possibilities. While my first choice would still be to used solid wood, preferably reclaimed or sustainably harvested, if that is not possible, for whatever reason, Safecoat Safe Seal can make particleboard products much safer and more tolerable. I once used it on a desk that was soiid wood except for one piece of structura particleboard on the underside. Safe Seal worked perfectly to seal it and I was able to have a desk that was fairly inexpensive. It's a quick and easy inexpensive fix when you have particleboard that is outgassing and you can't remove it.
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AFM - American Formulating & Manufacturing3251 Third Avenue
San Diego, CA 92103
Toll-free: 800-239-0321
Phone: 619-239-0321
Fax: 619-239-0565
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AFM’s mission is to eliminate toxics to the greatest extent possible from paints, specialty coatings, cleaning products, stone and tile sealers, stains, and other building materials. We are dedicated to developing products that focus as much on human health as on performance. We have eliminated the use of hazardous or toxic materials, reduced offgassing to de minimis levels, and created formulations that prevent indoor air quality problems. Our products have a long history of safe use even by the chemically sensitive, and are LEED qualified where applicable.
Thus whether you are an architect specifying materials for a fifty story building or a parent decorating a baby’s room, AFM’s promise is the same: we strive to set the standard for the safest, most non-polluting products for your home, your health and the planet.
Today, we remain the only company to provide a complete range of chemically responsible building and maintenance products. This is all we do. Unlike other paint companies, we will never market a single “environmental” product while selling 1000 other toxic ones.
Health. Quality. Sustainability. Whether you are building or remodeling, ask for our paints, stains, wood finishes, sealers, cleaners and other building products.
GreenHomeGuide does not sell or resell any of the products listed on the site. We cannot be held liable for issues that arise from the use of these products.
