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  • Asked by Irene from Bend, Or
    07/03/2018
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    I am removing rotten wood and want to decontaminate the area before adding new wood. Can I use Tim-bor?
    A

    Tim-bor Professional can be used on new wood for prevention of wood boring insects and fungi/decay.

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    1 of 2 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by John from Millsboro, De
    06/02/2018
    Q
    Can Jecta be thinned with a paint brush for powderpost beetle applications?
    I would prefer to use Bora Care rather than Timbor.
    A

    We recommend Bora-Care on raw wood, using Jecta as directed (without altering) or getting fumigation treatment locally for controlling powderpost beetles.

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  • Asked by John from Millsboro, De
    06/01/2018
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    Can I use Tim-bor Professional to treat an antique settee infested with powder post beetles?
    The branches of the settee have exit holes, and may be an active infestation. The largest branches are less than 2" in diameter. I have already purchased Timbor, but have learned that Boracare might provide better penetration. Would I be OK if I used Timbor, waited for a few weeks before removing any residue and then using a varnish. It will be used indoors.
    A

    Tim-bor Professional will only penetrate ¼ inch into the wood so it would not be recommended to treat active infestations, only for prevention.  Boracare is a better option, as it will penetrate deeper and will dry clear when applied as directed.

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  • Asked by Richard from Indian Rocks,florida
    05/02/2018
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    What is the shelf life of Tim-Bor?
    A

    Timbor will last up to 3-5 years, if kept away form heat and moisture.

     

     

     

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    1 of 2 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Steve from Wilmington, Nc
    04/29/2018
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    Will Tim-bor prevent beetles from returning if used on wood that is already infested?
    A

    Boracare would be a better option than Tim-Bor if you are treating an active infestation.  Boracare will completely penetrate the wood where it is applied, whereas Tim-Bor will only penetrate the first couple of layers. 

     

     

     

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  • Asked by Sid from Orlando
    04/25/2018
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    Is Tim-bor Professional the best for stained/ already painted wood furniture?
    I have furniture which was imported out side of USA. It appear that one wooden table have Powderpost Beetles as we started noticing powder on floor and tiny holes on table base.
    A

    Tim-bor Professional or Bora-Care can only be applied to raw wood. Painting, staining, sealing etc can be done after the application has completely dried. If the wood cannot be sanded to original form and treated, you may want to look into fumigating the furniture in your area.

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  • Asked by Robert from Lemon Grove, Ca
    02/28/2018
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    Does Tim-bor Professional treatment have a smell after it is applied?
    A

    Tim-bor Professional is odorless so would not have a smell.

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    6 of 6 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Glenn from Toronto, Ontario
    02/27/2018
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    Is the sanding dust, sawdust, and planing shavings from lumber treated with Tim-Bor harmful to my health?
    Are there any precautions that need to be taken or personal protection equipment required when working with lumber treated with Tim-Bor regarding sanding dust, sawdust, etc.?
    A

    If you are working with wood that has been treated with Timbor, you would use the same PPE that you would need for sanding and other woodworking. Ideally, you would treat lumber with Timbor or another borate wood treatment after final cutting has been done for best protection: Timbor is absorbed about 1/4 inch into the wood where it is applied.

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    1 of 2 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Br from Birmingham, Al
    02/08/2018
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    Is Tim-bor safe for pregnant women to breathe after being sprayed on wood beams under house?
    A

    We recommend that anyone other than the applicator stay out of an area treated with Tim-Bor until the application is completely dry. Though Tim-Bor should not have an odor when being applied, if there is any odor then the area should be ventilated before re-entry. You can view further safety information on the SDS here.

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    2 of 2 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Jen from Houston, Tx
    01/09/2018
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    Could a dye be a potential problem for a Tim-bor solution since the product specs have no mention of adding dye?
    We are building & the company builder recommended to treat all of the interior wood is adding a blue dye to the Timbor solution. Company's reason is to insure that all the wood has been sprayed so the dye helps to visibly see the areas that's been treated.
    A

    It is fine and very common to add a spray indicator dye to Tim-bor or similar wood treatment products before spraying. This helps to keep track of what wood has been treated, and it does not interefere with the efficacy of the Tim-bor. Keep in mind that the spray indicator will not fade on the wood: it will be visible permanently.

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  • Asked by Granny from Austin, Texas
    11/13/2017
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    Can Bora-Care or Tim-bor be rolled on?
    A

    Yes, you can apply a solution of either Boracare or Timbor using a sprayer, brush, or roller. Keep in mind that Timbor will not dry completely smooth and clear, so if you are treating wood that is decorative or that will be finished with a stain or paint, then we recommend using Boracare for those applications.

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    4 of 4 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Kenneth from Wilburn, Ar
    10/22/2017
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    Is Timbor effective when applied in soil near footings and under buildings?
    A

    Timbor is a wood treatment product only and would not be effective at all in soil. If you want to treat soil to protect against wood destroying insects like termites you would need to use something like Taurus SC in a trench application.  We have a guide on how to use it here.

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    1 of 1 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Sbm
    08/17/2017
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    Can I use Timbor on concrete by drilling/injecting method around the perimeter of a masonry building?
    A

    No, Timbor is only used directly on wood.

    It is recommended that you use something like Termidor SC or Taurus SC to inject into the ground.  This product will last for up to 10 years in the soil once applied. Please check out our Termite Guide for tips on how to treat and prevent termites in the future.

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  • Asked by Iram from Mclean
    08/02/2017
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    Is Timbor available in gel form?
    A

    Timbor itself is not avaialble in gel but Jecta contains the same active ingredient and is a gel. 

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    1 of 1 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Becky from Lex, Nc
    07/21/2017
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    Will spraying bleach on top of Timbor on floor joists for mold negate Timbor's effect on mold?
    Spraying where mold returned or was missed
    A

    Timbor does not treat or prevent for mold control. Spraying bleach on top of your application will likely pull or break down some of the particles which likely needs to be done so that you can put a true mold control product like Boracare with Mold Care on your wood to treat it. Also keep in mind, even with the use of proper mold control products to treat wood, if you have mold coming back that is because you have not fixed your moisture problem that is causing it to occur in the first place. You likely want to look at getting a dehumidifier for under your home and in your crawl space or put down a vapor barrier in those areas to cut down on excess moisture accumulating. 

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    4 of 4 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Thomas from Ruskin, Fl
    07/18/2017
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    Can Timbor be mixed with ethylene glycol to help it penetrate into the wood? This would be less expensive than using Boracare.
    A

    Timbor will only penetrate 1/4 inch into the wood since it is a powder.  It should only be mixed with water as directed on the product label.  If you do mix it with other products, it will clump and not work the way you would like it to.  If you need better penetration, Boracare is the only way to do so.

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    4 of 18 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by D from Poulsbo, Wa
    07/18/2017
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    Can mixed Timbor solution be stored for short periods?
    A

    Once mixed, Timbor should be used within 24 hours.

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    4 of 4 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Kerry from Apopka, Fl
    07/15/2017
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    Does Timbor kill fleas?
    A

    Timbor is labeled for the treatment of wood destroying insects only and will not kill fleas.  Please take a moment to look over our article on How to Get Rid of Fleas for more information on products which can successfully be used to control fleas. 

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  • Asked by Luis from San Diego, Ca
    06/20/2017
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    Can I paint or stain over Timbor?
    A

    Any primer or paint can safely be applied to Timbor treated wood as long as Timbor is completely dry after treatment and dry to the touch.  There should be no issues once it is completely dried.

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    8 of 10 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by William from Bellevue
    05/27/2017
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    How much Timbor do I mix in a 50 gallon tank to get 15% solution?
    A

    The rate of Timbor in a 50 gallon tank is 75 lbs to achieve a 15% solution.
     

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    2 of 2 people found this answer helpful.
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