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  • Asked by Ron from New Orleans
    01/31/2021
    Q
    New construction
    We are getting ready to build. No insect situation What product should I use?
    A

    If you are trying to do a pre-construction treatment on the soil before the slab, you can use Taurus SC. If you're wanting to treat the wood frame before the sheetrock goes up, you can use Bora-Care on all the wood studs - the product needs to be applied to raw wood.

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  • Asked by Willhemina from Galesburg, Mi
    02/08/2021
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    Is the sawdust from Bora-Care treated wood safe to use as garden mulch?
    The wood was treated a few weeks ago and is fully dry. Alternately, is the sawdust safe to use in horse bedding? (occasionally horses might nibble on or eat the sawdust)
    A

    We apologize but that is not a question that has ever come up, and not something we feel would be safe if the horses are going to be inhaling or ingesting the sawdust materials. We would suggest not using any sawdust from a Boracare application in those areas, but you can contact the manufacturer Nisus directly to go over any concerns you may have in detail. You can reach them at 800-264-0870.

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  • Asked by Marcin from Berea, Oh
    02/09/2021
    Q
    How long do I need to wait to sand and oil base polyurethane a 2.5
    A

    It is recommended to wait until the application of Bora-Care has completely dried throughout the treated wood before sanding or applying any type of paint, stain or sealant. Depending on the humidity or moisture in the wood, this can take 24-48 hours to dry. For best results, applying a stain, paint or sealant should be done within 30 days of the Bora-Care application. 

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  • Asked by Michael from Bristol, Maine
    02/23/2021
    Q
    Could I replace water with white vinegar when I mix my Boracare?
    A

    No, Bora-Care is not labeled to be mixed with white vinegar. You can mix only water with Bora-Care.

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  • Asked by Brad from Colbert, Ga
    03/17/2021
    Q
    What do I use to treat a 3" thick piece of raw water oak slab, for bugs.
    We have these needle sized, black bugs in the wood. Can I sand and finish after treating the 3" slab?
    A

    You can definitely use a product like Bora-Care to treat for the life of the 3" thick piece of raw wood. You may also apply a finishing or paint over the wood once it dries. Usually dry time is about 72 hours. 

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  • Asked by James from Tustin
    03/25/2021
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    3 to 1 mix ratio with Bora-Care
    My technician used 3 to 1 mix to apply in the attic. Is this the right mixture ratio to prevent termites forever? Should I reapply with 2 to 1 mixture for termites?
    A

    Preventative use rate  for Boracare is 1:1, 2:1, 3:1, or 5:1. There is no need to reapply the product as it will last for the life of the wood.  Refer to the label for complete instructions..

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  • Asked by Robert from Pulaski
    04/12/2021
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    Can Bora-Care be used on Advantech or Plywood?
    A

    Bora-Care can be applied to any raw wood that does not have a paint, stain, or finish on it. Please be sure to review the product label for more information and complete application instructions.

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  • Asked by Scott from Md
    04/13/2021
    Q
    Does Bora-Care kill roaches?
    A

    Boracare is not labeled for roaches.  It would be best to use products that are specifically labeled for them, such as the ones that are found in our roach control kits.

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  • Asked by Dickson from Huntsville Al
    04/21/2021
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    Is Bora-Care labeled for Carpenter Bees?
    A

    Boracare is not labeled for carpenter bees. We would recommend our Carpenter Bee Kit for a combination of residual liquid insecticide, insecticide dust and trebor plugs to successfully treat for Carpenter Bees.  Please review the Carpenter Bee Control Guide to see the best tips and products used for eliminating and preventing carpenter bees throughout the season. 
     

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  • Asked by R. from Hoboken, New Jersey
    04/21/2021
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    Can Bora-Care be used AFTER wood was treated with Timbor Professional for active termite infestation?
    After removing the sheetrock, my exterminator used "Timbor" on the infested studs instead of Bora Care. My plan is to apply BoraCare over the preveiously treated areas with Timbor, Will I need to prep or scrape the wood before applying BoraCare.
    A

    Yes, you can apply Bora-Care to wood that has previously been treated with Timbor. The previous application of Timbor will have no affect on the absorption of BoraCare into the wood. Since both products are borate-based and become one with the wood after application, there should not be any issues. You don't need to do anything to the wood unless you had applied any type of paint, sealant or stain after you applied the Timbor. If you had applied a sealant/paint/stain then you would need to strip the wood back down to it's raw state.

     

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  • Asked by Tera from Massachusetts
    04/24/2021
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    What's the best application method for treating a stained wood mantle with BoraCare?
    A

    To use Bora-Care on stained wood, you would need to either strip and sand the mantle to its raw wood state or drill holes into the piece and use the gel formulation of BoraCare called Jecta. If sanding the wood to its raw state, BoraCare would be applied at the 1:1 ratio and after it has dried you can re-stain/finidh the mantle. Jecta is a ready-to-use injectable borate gel used by pest management professionals to protect sealed or inaccessible wood from termites and other wood-destroying organisms.

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  • Asked by John from Huntingdon, Pa
    05/19/2021
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    Will Bora-Care affect the stain and how it is absorbed into the lumber? Will it be splotchy or be lighter than non treated wood of the same type?
    A

    Wood treated with BoraCare is able to be painted, stained or sealed within 30-45 days after the application. The color of the wood after staining should not be affected as BoraCare will absorb clear into the wood. Please review the product label for more information. 

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  • Asked by William from Valdosta, Ga
    06/01/2021
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    Will existing mold on rough cut pine interfere with the application of Bora-Care and does the wood have to be sealed after applying Bora-Care to ensure effectiveness? Can I leave the wood raw after the application?
    A

    Mold on rough cut pine should not affect the efficacy of Boracare, if you do need to treat for mold, we recommend to use Boracare with Moldcare instead. If the wood is part of an outside structure, we do recommend staining it to lengthen the life of the wood and the efficacy of the product, however you do no have to.

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  • Asked by Eli
    06/10/2021
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    Can I use Boracare to treat a stump? Do I need to remove the bark?
    I have a maple stump with two trunks that I intend to leave in the ground. It has what looks like carpenter ant damage on the top of one of the trunks. I'd like to treat it to preserve the trunk. Will the treatment still be effective if I only apply to the top of the trunk? Would I need to remove the bark from the rest of the stump?
    A

    Bora-Care should only be used on raw cut wood not any tree stump.

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  • Asked by Lynn from Cleburne, Tx
    06/11/2021
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    Planning to use BoraCare with MoldCare on our pine logs. Will this inhibit stain absorption?
    A

    No, BoraCare with MoldCare will not hinder the staining process. We do recommend you speak to the manufacturer prior to use if you are doing the bleaching process as we are not familiar with it. You may contact Nisus directly on their contact page: https://nisuscorp.com/customer-service

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  • Asked by Mark from Lake Odessa
    06/19/2021
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    I have barn beams that have small holes. Will Bora-Care work to kill any potential beetles?
    A

    Yes, Bora-Care would be applied at a 1:1 ratio to the areas where you have activity. The 1:1 ratio is for curative treatments, for preventative you would apply at a 3:1 or 5:1 ratio. 

    Please review page 5 and page 10 on the product label for dimensional lumber information. 2 coats may be needed to ensure the Boracare absorbs all the way through the beam. 

     

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  • Asked by Bob from College Park, Md
    06/21/2021
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    Does Bora-Care affect epoxy bonding?
    I have some minor wood rot in a porch floor beam. I plan to chisel out the rot, apply Boracare to the beam, and insert a dutchman secured with Advance Research Technology (ART) epoxy. Will the Boracare adversely affect the bonding of the epoxy?
    A

    No, Bora-Care would not affect epoxy bonding to the wood beam as long as the Bora-Care application has had enough time to completely dry. This usually takes 24-48 hours. 

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  • Asked by Tarina from Independence, Kansas
    06/24/2021
    Q
    Does Bora Care with Mold Care also kill mycotoxins?
    When spraying toxic mold with Bora Care with Mold Care will it also destroy mycotoxins or will black mold release mycotoxins after treatment with Bora?
    A

    We spoke with the manufacturer and  were advised that yes, Boracare will also breakdown any  mycotoxins associated with mold. Please see the label for complete application instructions. 

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  • Asked by John from Groveland, Ny
    06/25/2021
    Q
    Can I use a paint sprayer to apply Bora-Care or a pesticide truck mounted tank sprayer to apply?
    I have both types of equipment, but want a faster way to install 2 coats of product in a very close quarter crawl space. Was considering using my truck mounted sprayer but I use it Talstar as an everyday chemical on house treatments. I didn't know if that pesticide would effect the final result of bora care or if a paint sprayer would work as a application technique
    A

    Bora-Care should be applied by a hand pump sprayer or painted on as suggested on the label.  Bora-Care is a very thick product and when applied through fine nozzles like a mister or a paint sprayer, it has been known to clog the nozzles on these sprayers.  It is meant to be applied through larger openings in hand pump sprayers or painted on.

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  • Asked by Lynn from Cleburne, Texas
    07/02/2021
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    We sprayed our logs before building the barn with Bora-Care.
    We are ready to build 2 years later. Should we treat again? We transported logs and have mold on areas, that were covered with a small patch of carpet to prevent rub marks, that are molding. We do see mold in other areas as well. We have bleqched the wood and pressure washed it it. Logs are set. Should wemtreat with boracare again?
    A

    If the wood that was treated with Boracare was kept out of the outdoor elements so that rain couldn't wash through the wood, and pull some of the Boracare treatment from it, then you would not need to treat the wood again. Mold is a surface issue caused by excess moisture in the surrounding environment. If the mold on the surface has been removed and cleaned, and the environment you plan to use it within will have the wood either protected from moisture or will be sealed after building, you wouldn't need to worry about mold unless a new moisture issue arises. If you feel mold may become an issue again in the future, you may want to use the Boracare with Mold Care to treat the logs with to help prevent against mold in the future, as well as reinforce the original barrier you may have applied with the Boracare 2 years ago. 

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