Comments on: Soy-based “Green” Polyurethane

By: Marc B

Marc B — Sun, 22 Nov 2009 17:37:54 +0000

@Rondack –
If you have enough square footage to do, ask a professional in your area about using blown-in damp spray cellulose.

http://tinyurl.com/yg58zfd

By: houseobsession

houseobsession — Tue, 07 Jul 2009 23:54:01 +0000

Hi Rondack,
I have no experience in this type of product. Sorry!
Leah

By: Rondack

Rondack — Tue, 07 Jul 2009 14:41:26 +0000

I’m trying to find an eco-friendly, low-expansion polyurethane product I could safely inject into the 2-inch dead-air space behind my knotty-pine paneling, maybe even into the dead-air space above my upper-story birch-veneer ceiling panels.

My goal is (b) more insulation and (b) making it harder/impossible for mice to get into our home.

Would appreciate your help.

By: Janis

Janis — Wed, 29 Apr 2009 18:10:19 +0000

not surprised, PolySoy does not hold up for exterior use. buyer beware!

By: houseobsession

houseobsession — Thu, 02 Apr 2009 23:29:34 +0000

It’s worked out pretty well. I don’t use that room much, so it doesn’t get a lot of traffic. I have to say that my gut tells me that it wouldn’t hold up as well as a normal polyurethane though. It also has a slight green tinge in color. You only notice it in certain light…but again, not ideal.

By: Elaine Darrah

Elaine Darrah — Thu, 02 Apr 2009 21:43:05 +0000

How did this product work out for you?

By: Judi

Judi — Mon, 28 Jul 2008 13:18:34 +0000

Wow, your kitchen remodel is beautiful ~ I am just beginning to start one of my own! About your yard, I think you would be surprised at all of the things you could handle yourself. Most of the homestore are a big help with DIY projects and I’m sure you know they even hold classes. I look forward to see what you come up with.

By: Angelo Anastasio

Angelo Anastasio — Sat, 26 Jul 2008 16:19:38 +0000

Leah,
You’re using an orbital hand sander to sand your floors??

Then, in the words of Miyagi, you can accomplish anything. Wow. I’m impressed.

And just to clarify, the product you’ll be using is Poly Soy, not Acri Soy. Poly Soy is the clear top coat similar to a urethane, Acri is the penetrating sealer that penetrates to harden and protect the material.

There are some instances when you’d want to use both like in an outdoor application where if the top coat was damaged, the wood or masonry underneath would still be protected from the elements. Or you’d just use the Acri if you didn’t want a noticeable top coat with a sheen but still wanted the protection from moisture and wear.

I hope this clears things up a bit. As always you know we’re here to help.

Looking forward to the photos!