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  • Asked by Renee from Houston, Tx
    09/28/2017
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    What type of drill bit mixer should be used to mix Bora-Care in the plastic 5 gallon bucket?
    A

    Bora-Care can be mixed with an impeller-type mixer that would be used with an electric drill.

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    2 of 2 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Art from Plano, Texas
    09/30/2017
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    Can I treat a new, unstained Cedar fence with Bora-Care?
    A

    Yes, you can use Boracare on any raw wood.  Boracare protects wood from wood-infesting insects like termites, carpenter ants, and wood-boring beetles, plus wood decay fungus. You can apply Boracare at a 5:1 dilution rate with water for preventative wood treatment. Apply with a sprayer, paint brush, or roller. When treating exterior wood such as a fence, you should apply a water sealant after the Boracare has tried completely. 

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    7 of 7 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Darrell from Portland, Or
    10/01/2017
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    Can I apply Boracare over Timbor?
    I had a company treat for an active wood-boring beetle infestation. They used a single treatment of 10% Timbor. I'm now concerned this may be inadequate and Boracare would have been a better choice. Can I apply Boracare over the Timbor?
    A

    Yes, you can treat the same wood with the Boracare.   The previous treatment with Timbor will have no affect on the absorption. Both products are borate-based and become one with the wood after application. 

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    5 of 5 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Rosa from Ga
    10/06/2017
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    Will Bora-Care work on pressure treated wood?
    A

    Yes, Bora-Care will work on pressure treated wood. Bora-Care will become a second layer of protection and it might make the wood look aged but it will work.

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    9 of 9 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Vanessa from St. Helena, Ca
    10/07/2017
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    May I mix Cyzmic and Boracare Together?
    I will be spraying Boracare (1:1 ratio) in my attic prior to installing new insulation. May I add Cyzmic to the Boracare and Water mixture?
    A

    No, it is not recommended that Boracare be mixed with any insecticide. We would recommend using Boracare first. Once the product has dried and a sealant has been used, then an insecticide can be used.

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    1 of 1 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Joe from Chatsworth
    10/12/2017
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    How long after treating the wood / killing the termites with Boracare will it be safe to use the wood for cutting boards?
    I have some logs with termites, and I wanted to make cutting boards out of them.
    A

    You can use the wood as a cutting board after applying Bora-Care, as long as you apply a water sealant on it after the Boracare is dry.

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    4 of 6 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Travis from Medina
    10/16/2017
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    Can wood fungus grow back after being treated with Bora-Care?
    A white film is on the plywood that was treated with Bora care.
    A

    If wood treated with Boracare is regularly exposed to moisture, then this exposure can absolutely start to break down the Boracare residual and leave the wood vulnerable to fungus or other damage. For best control, you should always aim to permanently correct any moisture issues in the area.

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    7 of 8 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Kevin from Inglewood, Ca
    10/19/2017
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    What effect will 1:5 dilution of Bora-Care do for an active drywood termite infestation?
    A

    Bora-Care mixed at 1:5 ratio would not be strong enough to eliminate an active termite infestation.  This requires a 1:1 ratio.  

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    6 of 6 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Mike from Hilton Head, Sc
    10/20/2017
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    Where can I buy Bora-Care in Beaufort, SC?
    A

    We apologize, but we are not sure where you can purchase Bora-Care locally.  We do carry the product and we offer fast, free shipping.  

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    1 of 1 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Monte from Savannah, Tn
    10/30/2017
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    Do I need to let logs dry out after a rain if I want to treat them with Bora-Care?
    A

    Yes, the logs should be dry before applying Bora-Care.

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    2 of 3 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Chester from Georgetown, Ky
    11/01/2017
    Q
    How long should I wait to paint after applying Boracare?
    A

    We recommend waiting at least 3 days before sealing/painting (but no longer than 6 weeks) after applying Boracare.

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    11 of 11 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Linda from Ne, Oh
    11/05/2017
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    What is the temperature range for application of Bora-Care?
    My application is to interior posts/beams in an unheated building, what outside temperature is too low to apply the Bora-Care in an unheated building?
    A

    Bora-Care can be applied in any temperature as long as it is not below freezing. However, the warmer the temperature the easier it will be to mix and apply the Bora-Care because of its thick consistency.

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    14 of 15 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Mike from Manahawkin, Nj
    11/09/2017
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    Can I apply a mold killing primer after using Boracare?
    A

    Yes, any primer can be applied after using Bora-care. We would recommend waiting until the product has dried completely before applying the primer.

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    4 of 4 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Jon from Westminster
    11/12/2017
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    Is there a drywood termiticide (we see dead ones w wings a lot) that once one termite touches or eats it, it'll spread to the colony?
    A

    Our liquid concentrate Taurus SC would be a great non-repellent that is great for soil applications for subterranean termites and is successful in termite colony eradication . Bora-Care alone will kill the dry wood termites very effectively.  Non-repellents do not kill on contact. They have a delay kill which is what you want for termites.  Bora-Care will kill termites much faster than a non-repellent product which can take up to 90 days to kill the termite colony.  We suggest just using Bora-Care since it is the #1 treatment on the market for dry wood termites. For more helpful information, please check out our treatment article on How to Get Rid of Drywood Termites. 

     

     

     

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    4 of 4 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Milton from Colonial Heights, Va
    12/15/2017
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    Does the insulation have to be removed before I spray Bora-Care for mold and termite protection in my crawl space?
    I have mold on my floor choices in crawl space
    A

    Regular Bora-Care does not treat or prevent mold in the wood, only wood decay fungus and wood-destroying insects. For mold remediation or prevention, you should use Boracare with MoldCare. This product needs to be applied directly to the wood to be absorbed, so if the insulation is blocking the wood, then you do need to remove it before spraying. Boracare with MoldCare does not remove stains, so if you want to remove any stains or other discoloration, you can treat the wood first with Mold Clean.

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    3 of 3 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by C. from Irvine, Ca
    01/06/2018
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    Do I need to clean bare wood in an attic that has a dust coating it before applying Bora-Care?
    I want to use Bora Care on bare wood in my attic in our 40 year old home which has a thin layer of fine dust everywhere. Do I need to remove the dust before spraying?
    A

    It is best to apply Bora-Care to wood that is free from dust or other debris.  

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    2 of 2 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by C from Irvine, Ca
    01/07/2018
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    Does Bora-Care penetrate through the glue in plywood?
    Would there be any benefit to spraying just one side of the bare roof plywood that is exposed inside my attic? Does it only penetrate thru the outer bare laminate and stop at the glue layer?
    A

    Apply Bora-Care solutions only to bare wood, plywood, particleboard and other cellulosic materials where an intact water-repellent barrier, such as paint, stain or sealer, is not present.  The glue should not pose any issues.  If you can treat all sides that is always better, but one side would be suffficient if there is not access to all sides.

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    4 of 4 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by David from York
    01/08/2018
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    How do I know if Bora-Care penetrated properly if it is still sticky after more than 24 hours?
    I have an ash dining table that has powder post beetles in one on the breadboards. Since it was already finished I sanded off the stain and poly from the underside of the whole table and applied Bora-Care (1:1) with a brush. It didn't seem to dry properly in my cool basement and stayed sticky. I read somewhere else about wiping off any residue which I did and applied a second coat (about 3:1). The same thing happened. I'm still seeing signs of activity and a couple live beetles but I guess this is normal?? I'm wanting to make sure the product penetrated the wood and didn't just sit on the surface.
    A

    We would recommend giving the Bora-Care at least 24 to 48 hours to dry completely. Factors that could prevent the Boracare from drying complete within that time frame include applying to finished or treated wood, failing to mix the product completely before application, mixing too much Boracare concentrate for the amount of water (less than 1:1 dilution), or extreme weather conditions such as a very cold or humid environment. If the wood is very old and the moisture content is very low, that would also prevent the Boracare from absorbing as quickly or easily. If you applied the Boracare to raw wood surfaces, then it should eventually dry. It is common to continue to see some beetle activity after Boracare application since the Boracare cannot completely prevent dormant beetles from emerging. If you still have concerns about the texture after several days, you can also give Nisus (the manufacturer) a call for assistance at 800-264-0870.

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    6 of 6 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Stephenie from Rockport
    01/09/2018
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    Can spray foam insulation be spray over wood treated with BoraCare?
    Looking for more information regarding applying sprayfoam insulation on lumber treated with BoraCare. Difference between open and closed cell?
    A

    Yes, it is fine to use any kind of insulation once the Boracare application is dry, typically in about 24-48 hours. Boracare will not interfere with an insulation application unless you do not allow the Boracare to be completely dry.

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    12 of 12 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Greg from Wisconsin Dells, Wi
    01/10/2018
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    How long should I wait before applying a second coat of Bora-Care on a sill plate?
    Do I wait until the first has dried out?
    A

    Bora-Care is a one-time treatment unless the wood is removed or water conditions like exposure to rainfall or flooding weaken the treatment. If you are applying 2 coats of Bora-Care because you can only access 1 or 2 sides of the wood to be treated, then you need to wait at least 20 minutes between coats, allowing the Bora-Care to absorb before applying the second coat.

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    11 of 11 people found this answer helpful.
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