Hi I have some spare cabothane clear oil based. I am doing floorboards with CFP oil based and am a couple litres short. Can I use 2 coats of CFP and one of cabothane?
Hello Swampy, Great question! Thanks for reaching out with your enquiry. We would love to help! Please feel free to give us a call on 1800 011 006 and we can discuss all your project’s ins and outs! Our operating hours are Monday to Friday 7:00 am to 6:00 pm, and Saturday 9:00 am to 3:00 pm AEST. Kind Regards, Kaaren - Team Cabot's
I have used this product on many of my floors over the years with excellent results. Always stripping right back, removing all dust and washing down with just water three times, allowing to completely dry for a week. On this occasion ive done some test boards and still after3 days the boards seem to have a sticky type feel to them. Look perfect. But im sure wont sand well to second coat. What is the issue? Ive never added a hardener before. Has the formula been changed in the last few years? What could be the issue? Thanks
Hello Frustrated, Thank you for reaching out to Cabot’s via Product Review. We are sorry to hear of your recent experience with our CFP Floor Oil Based. Very glad to hear you were able to discover the problem on a test board. It is a little tricky to assess the issue over this platform, to understand the specifics of your project, we would like to ask you a few questions—that way we can find the potential reasons, and more importantly a solution. If you wish, feel free to give us a call on 1800 011 006. Our operating hours are Monday to Friday 7:30am to 7:00pm, Saturday 8:30am to 3:00pm AEST.
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HI Guys I hope you can assist me with my question. I am building an indoor timber screen for a client. He has given me a left over tin of stain which he says was used by his builder for the other timber work on his entry doorway. he would like to have the new structure have the same finish. I have applied this stain to the Kwila timber frame that i built. this is taking an inordinate amount of time to dry/ cure. I have purchased a 250mml tin of Cabot's CFP hardener and am thinking of adding it to this oil-based stain (which cleans up with Turpentine) in hopes getting a more rapid drying time. My question: Could this work? Cheers Al Rogers allan@designedsolutions.org 0402816320
Hi Allan, Thanks for reaching out. Our CFP Oil Based has a recoat time of 12 hours in ideal conditions. (25 degrees and 50% humidity). If you find it is taking much longer than this, the conditions may be playing a part in that. If you are working with CFP then the CFP Hardener can be added to give greater hardness and wear resistance in a shorter time. If you are applying any other product, we do not recommend adding the CFP Hardener. To assist you further we would need to ask a few questions. Please feel free to call us on 1800 011 006 and we can discuss all your project’s ins and outs! Our operating hours are Monday to Friday 7:30 am to 7:00 pm, and Saturday 8:30 am to 3:00 pm AEST.
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Can you use cabots cfp oil based on skirting etc, cheers Shane.
Hello there Shane, Thank you for reaching out via Cabot’s Product review with that important question. Yes,you can certainly apply the durable Cabot’s CFP Floor clear oil or water based, over your well prepared bare timber skirtings,doors and other interior timber surfaces. Just be sure the timber is thoroughly clean and dry, and always apply a small test coat to make sure you’re happy with the dry test-coated result, before committing to an expanse.
If you have any further questions about this or any future Cabot's projects, please feel free to give us a call on 1800 011 006. Our operating hours are Monday to Friday 7:30am to 7:00pm, Saturday 8:30am to 3:00pm AEST.
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Hi there,
Some oil based Cabot’s floor product has been spilt onto the bathroom tiles. It is a small spot but we have tried everything to get it off but been unsuccessful. It is like super glue on the tiles but in a brown tint. What can we use please? Thank you.
Hello Michelle. Thank you for reaching out via Product Review with your inquiry. To remove CFP Oil Based, apply some Mineral Turps to a clean lint-free cloth, then place the cloth on top of the CFP and let it sit. It will cause the CFP to soften so you can remove it easily.
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Stevie - Team Cabot's
Thank you, will give it a go.
Can CFP be used without the hardener
Hello there Mark M, Thank you for reaching out via Cabot’s Product Review. Yes, indeed you can use the CFP Floor clear oil based without the Hardener option. The CFP oil-based Hardener additive is used to achieve greater hardness and wear resistance if you feel the surface area might need it.
If you have any questions about this or any future Cabot's projects, please feel free to give us a call on 1800 011 006. Our operating hours are Monday to Friday 7:30am to 7:00pm, Saturday 8:30am to 3:00pm AEST.
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Hi we have Cabot’s deck and exterior stain on our deck ( water based it has been on the deck for a year . It now marks very easy when you move the outdoor furniture. We are going to put a new coat on ( same colour and stain ) can I add a hardener .if so what type . Cheers Bruce
Thanks Vinnie I did try it without the hardener , it needed another coat , so I gave it a light sand and the varnish just faked off had no strength in it so i did it again with Hardener no problems. I won't skip the hardener next time Thanks Mark
Hello I'm finishing a guitar at the moment and I found some cfp oil based around the house. I was just wondering whether I'd be able to apply this product over acrylic based or water based paint Thanks Sean
Hello S.hiorth07 Thank you for reaching out via Product Review with your inquiry. Unfortunately, our oil-based CFP is not compatible with water-based coatings, such as acrylic paint. In order to clear coat over acrylic paint, I recommend looking at our CFP water-based. Please note that our products are only formulated for domestic interior/exterior timber surfaces, and various items may fall out of that specific application category.
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If you have any questions about this or any other future Cabot's projects, please feel free to give us a call on 1800 011 006. Our operating hours are Monday to Friday 7:30 am to 7:00 pm, and Saturday 8:30 am to 3:00 pm AEST.
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Stevie - Team Cabot's
We purchased two identical tins of this floor coating and half our floors are a flat Matte satin as intended, the other is gloss. It’s almost like the wrong product was put in the tin and the whole floors were prepped and coated the same way, and are the same wood. Not happy at all.
Hello there Bianca, Thank you for reaching out via Product Review, and sorry to hear about your unhappy results with Cabot's CFP Oil Based. It is a little tricky to assess over this platform, but there are a few things that could cause this. The most common reason why we tend to find inconsistent sheen levels is that if the product has not been stirred enough while being used, the flattening agents can settle to the bottom of the can. If the coating has been impacted by not stirring the can effectively, then the coating will need to be sanded back.
If you have any questions about this or any other future Cabot's projects, please feel free to give us a call on 1800 011 006. Our operating hours are Monday to Friday 7:30am to 7:00pm, Saturday 8:30am to 3:00pm AEST.
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Can I use the CFP oil based without hardener for the 1st coat and add the hardener on 2nd and 3rd coats?
Hello Imran, Thank you for reaching out to us at Cabot’s via Product Review with your query. We do not recommend using this product in the way you have described. You want the durability and hardness in all 3 coats. If you have a coat underneath that is more flexible, that could cause issues with the top 2 coats.
If you have any questions about this or any other future Cabot's projects, please feel free to give us a call on 1800 011 006.
Our operating hours are Monday to Friday 7:30am to 7:00pm, Saturday 8:30am to 3:00pm AEST. For far more immediate professional woodcare advice, please join our Cabot's Project Assistant service via the Cabot's website 24/7 - external link
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I am using this product with the hardener and find it quite thick to push around - can I still use a thinner for easier application even with the hardener ?
Hello there Steve, Thank you for reaching out via Product Review. We don't recommend adding thinner or reducer to the CFP oil based mix, as the specific formulation as per instructions is ideal for interior timber floor applications as outlined. Another reason to avoid adding thinner to the CFP oil based mix and other paint coatings is that thinning out of a packaged formulation will extend it beyond it's coverage rate, and can often achieve an unwanted and uneven patchy surface finish. This can often also cause sheen level variables across the surface as a result of the thinning down. The durable 2part hardener option in the Cabot's CFP Floor clear oil based, will have slightly more density to the formulation and hence will be a touch heavier to push across the timber floor surface but should coat in a nice even process off the brush, roller or pad.
Please note - The CFP oil based Hardener, must be as per the ratios recommended based on your total floor coverage needs. Once the hardener is well mixed into the CFP clear oil based, the product must be used within 2 hours, otherwise, it will start to set and get very heavy and difficult to push across the surface indeed.
If you have any questions about this or any other future Cabot's projects, please feel free to give us a call on 1800 011 006. Our operating hours are Monday to Friday 7:30am to 7:00pm, Saturday 8:30am to 3:00pm AEST.
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Kind Regards, Vinnie Team Cabot's
I have a tin of Cabot's CFP floor oil base. Can I use this product on a kitchen table? Is it food safe? My concern is that we will be eating off this table. Thank you
Hi there Nic, Thank you for reaching out to us via Product Review. Cabot’s CFP oil-based is a very durable coating which you can use on dining room tables, however it is not food grade safe. You can certainly have a meal on a dry CFP coated surface, and it is perfectly safe, just not for chopping/prepping food on. Nothing in our range except Cabot's Bench Top Clear is specifically food grade. This product is specially designed for surfaces which come into contact with food often. If you have any questions about this product or any other future Cabot's woodcare projects please feel free to give us a call on 1800 011 006. Our operating hours are Monday to Friday 7:30am to 7:00pm, Saturday 8:30am to 3:00pm AEST. For far more immediate professional woodcare advice, please join our Cabot's Project Assistant service via the Cabot's website 24/7 - external link Kind regards, Stevie – Team Cabot’s
hello i have previously used this product on a vanity unit top and it finished beautifully dead flat and hard as nails magificent ,i recomended the product to a customer of mine to use on an exterior shelf and it bubbled ,any suggestions ,
Hello there Heather, Always lovely to know of great positive results with any of our quality Cabot's products. The Cabot's CFP Floor Clear Oil or water-based are certainly exceptional interior timber coating products.
The Cabot's CFP is not formulated for exterior applications but generally, if an oil based coating has bubbles/bubbled on setting dry, it's usually due to shaking the can or improper brush,pad or nap roller prep,or both. It's best to first soak the brush,pad or nap roller in mineral turpentine for oil-based polyurethane, or in water, for water-based polyurethane. Just be sure to remove any excess turpentine or water after soaking, onto a clean cloth as they only need to be damp for a clean application. If on the other hand the oil based CFP coating is bubbling on application, it will be due to a seen or unseen surface contaminant that's caused a reaction in most cases.
To rectify any micro bubbles on clear coat finish once dry, it's a process of sanding the surface down evenly, using a fine 400 - 600 grit sandpaper. Then carefully vacuum and wipe away the sanding dust with a damp clean lint free cloth and let the surface dry. Once dry - Apply one last coat of the CFP clear as per the application prep outlined. Please be sure to stir the CFP oil based with a clean flat stirring paddle and avoid shaking the can or applying it over exterior timber surfaces.
Thank you for reaching out and should you need any advice on any up-coming projects, please give our Help & Advice team a call on 1800 011 006 or contact our very experienced Cabot's woodcare specialists direct,via the Cabot's Project Assistant,messenger Service on Cabot's Australia website. Our Help & Advice operating hours are Monday to Friday 7:30am to 7:00pm, Saturday 8:30am to 3:00pm and Sunday 10am to 4pm AEST.
Kindest Regards, Vinnie - Team Cabot's :)
While at Bunnings I asked a team member for a the best roller to apply this product and was handed a sheepskin roller which I used for the first coat. I didn’t notice it was a 20 nap roller until after the first coat which resulted in an uneven finish. If I apply the second coat using a 6 or 10 nap roller, or an applicator, will it even out and become smooth OR do I need to sand back to raw timber again?
If you were applying a gloss finish it might require a cut with a 120 grit then 160/180 grit pad on a Xander-Polisher (Kennards hire). Dry Vacuum then damp mop. Dry, then Roll on using a Monarch "Doors, Trims and Cupboards 4mm Extra Microfibre" roller cover. Apply coats in opposite directions until satisfied with result!
Hi there,
We are on our 3rd coat of the oil based varnish. We aren't too sure when we can put back our furniture.. Is it 24hrs or can we return them back after the 3rd coat is dry 12hrs?
Thanks A
Hello Ama and thank you for your question. It's best to allow 3-5 days for normal foot traffic and furniture replacement (Depending on coat thickness and air/surface temperature) after the final third coat of the Cabot's CFP Floor clear, oil or water based. That way you can be sure the compounds have been totally released during the curing time and the surface is a nice solid finish for direct weight items. The final coat is fine for light foot traffic after 24hours.
Many thanks, Vinnie :) Team Cabot's
Can you spray apply oil based CFP floor?
Hello John,
We don't recommend the use of Spray application for the CFP. We recommend applying the CFP with a pad applicator as this will ensure the correct film thickness to give the durability for a walk on surface.
Hi, I just did I a first coat on floor with cfp oil based. I now learn that you can use a hardener which is better lasting. Can I use hardener in the second coat? Thanks
Hi Allan, Thank you for reaching out to us, in relation to your question Cabot's do have a Oil Base CFP Hardener that needs to be applied to every coat. external link If you need any further assistance on any up-coming projects, give our Help & Advice team a call on 1800 011 006. Our operating hours are Monday to Friday 7:30am to 7:00pm, Saturday 8:30am to 3:00pm AEST.
Regards, Team Cabot's
Hi Allan, I used the hardener and I don't think it does anything except add to the cost.
Lol thank you
Hi, The background - I have an existing hardwood floor that has been coated many decades ago and in places that coating has worn off. Many out of the way areas are as pristine as they day they were coated. I have cleaned and sanded the worn areas pretty much back to bare timber and lightly sanding all other areas. The question - Do I use CPF water or oil based? Many thanks Neil
Hi there! We would recommend at taking a look at using the Water Based CFP, as this can be applied over the top of existing coatings. You will however need to do a small adhesion test first to ensure the coating will adhere well.
Thoroughly clean the surface with Cabot's Floor Clean and allow to dry. Apply one coat of the Water Based CFP to a small test area and allow to dry for 3 hours. Once dry, press sticky tape firmly to the surface and pull off quickly. If the coating comes off, the adhesion test has failed and all of the existing coating will need to be sanded back. However, if nothing comes off, you're good to continue with the Water Based CFP.
If you would like to discuss this further, or need any advice on an up-coming project, give our Help & Advice team a call on 1800 011 006. Our operating hours are Monday to Friday 7:30am to 7:00pm, Saturday 8:30am to 3:00pm and Sunday 10am to 4pm AEST.
Cheers - Team Cabot's
Hi, We are using Cabots CFP Oil based on bar & servery. Am based in far northern islands of PNG so hot & humid - the product tends to form a skin really quickly which is problematic when applying to large timber slabs, Can the product be thinned somewhat - if so a general thinner or metho based ? and also - general mix thinner to product. Note info suggests best applied with applicator or roller - we're using multiple boys on 4" brushes to get the product on quickly. If roller is deemed the best finish - indication of the preferred roller for the product please. Regards Nusa - PNG
Hi Shaun, Thanks for your question! You can certainly thin down the Cabot's Oil Based Cabothane with Mineral Turps. We recommend to start with small amount, however add no more than 10% of the Mineral Turps to the Oil Based Cabothane.
We do not recommend using a roller for application, as this can introduce small bubbles into the coating that may dry on the surface with an uneven finish. If you do choose to use a roller, a short nap roller will be the best, however care does need to be taken to ensure these bubbles do not form. For the best application, we recommend using good quality synthetic brushes.
If you would like to discuss this further, or need any advice on an up-coming project, give our Help & Advice team a call on 1800 011 006. Our operating hours are Monday to Friday 7:30am to 7:00pm, Saturday 8:30am to 3:00pm and Sunday 10am to 4pm AEST.
Cheers - Team Cabot's
Can I use CFP floor on an external timber door exposed to direct sun?
Hi Kevin, Thank you for contacting Cabot's, you can certainly use the Cabot's CFP Floor clear on other interior bare timber surfaces like timber doors,walls and cabinets. However - The Cabot's CFP it's specifically formulated for interior applications only.
If you need any further assistance on any up-coming projects, give our Help & Advice team a call on 1800 011 006. Our operating hours are Monday to Friday 7:30am to 7:00pm, Saturday 8:30am to 3:00pm AEST.
Regards, Cabot's Team
We did our lounge room we have a small house and it is in the middle of our home we have small kids and 2 Small dogs what is the absolute least amount of time we can move our furniture back and have the dogs inside if it’s more than 3 days is there a faster drying/ curing clear coat we could use we have just put a oil on the wood to stain to a darker colour
Hi there, Thanks for your question. For all of our flooring coatings, it is a 7 day curing process. This is the reason as to why we recommend waiting 7 days before replacing any furniture. As you will run the risk of damaging/indenting the coating if furniture is replaced before this time.
Unfortunately if you have used an Oil based stain, there is no other top coat you can apply that will give you a quicker dry time.
Please give us a call on 1800 011 006 so we can discuss this further with you. Our operating hours are Monday to Friday 7:30am to 7:00pm, Saturday 8:30am to 3:00pm and Sunday 10am to 4pm AEST.
Thanks, Team Cabot's
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