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  • Asked by Robert from Brattleboro Vt.
    08/28/2013
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    I have powder post beetles on loose wood (sticked up in the woods). Do I need to treat both sides of the wood
    d or just the side with the holes ?
    A
    We do recommend that you treat both sides of the lumber with the Bora-Care and that you leave it unstacked for at least 72 hours to allow it to dry for best results.
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  • Asked by Boyd
    02/11/2011
    Q
    How much Bora-Care is needed to pre-treat 1200 square feet of porch flooring?
    A
    Typically, one gallon of Bora-Care will treat up to 500 square feet of flooring when mixed 1:1 (1 gallon of Bora-Care mixed with 1 gallon water).
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  • Asked by Long from Winnetka,ca
    08/23/2014
    Q
    Will Boracare cause mold?
    Should I get boracare with boracare mold control?
    A
    Boracare will not cause mold and the Boracare with Mold Care is only needed if you are trying to treat for mold that is currently there or to help prevent it in an area like a crawl space that has a moisture problem. 
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  • Asked by Jerry from Fayetteville, N.c.
    03/07/2015
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    If a house is showing termite infestation, will Boracare rid my house of termites?
    termites activity has been seen in the house. This is a different house of which my first question was pertaining to.
    A
    Boracare will treat for drywood termites. First, we want to make sure these are drywood termites. Most folks will have a PCO come out and make an ID no charge. Once this termite species has been identified we can make the best recommendation for you.
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  • Asked by Doug
    04/07/2011
    Q
    How do I treat the wall next to my concrete patio?
    My concrete patio butts up next to my home. We have a crawl space, so do I treat in the crawl area only or what?? The termites have come up into the house on the patios cold joint.
    A
    Bora-Care is a great product to treat your crawl space with, however if these are live subterranean termites then Bora-Care may not be the best option.  Termidor can be used inside the house as a spot treatment and in the ground.  Termidor and Bora-Care are for two different treatments.  Termidor is meant for the soil, but can be used on wood as a spot treatment.  The main benefit of Termidor is that the termites will take it back to the colony under the ground and kill the colony at the source.  Bora-Care is a wood treatment product only, but it will not take care of the termite colony below the soil; it will only kill the termites that are in the wood.  So, you treat with Bora-Care later down the road in your crawl space since that wood is exposed and easy to get to, but you would want to wait until after you have treated this termite colony with Termidor, since Termidor will kill the termites at the source.  You should follow the instructions in our How To Do A Termite Treatment article paying close attention to the section about drilling holes, which is what is required on a patio.  You can also inject Termidor into the wall void by drilling a hole from the inside where you think they are.  You just have to touch a few termites with the Termidor for it to work.  Termidor can take up to 90 days to kill the entire colony depending on the colonies size. 
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  • Asked by Doug from Beaumont, Tx
    03/28/2013
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    Treatment With BoraCare Followed By Thompson Water Seal
    I have read that when Bora Care is applied to untreated lumber and dries, it can be painted, stained and etc. I am currently building a home and will use untreated 4x8 plywood (3/4" thickness). I will apply Bora Care at the recommended rate and let dry, Subsequently, I want to treat the plywood with a water sealer such as Thompson Water Seal as a temporary sealer until I get the home dried-in. Of course the water sealer will penetrate the plywood to some extent. Will the water sealer have any adverse effects on the Bora Care?
    A
    The Sealer should not have any effect on the Boracare treatment as long as you allow the Boracare application to dry before applying the sealer. We recommend waiting at least 3 days before sealing (but not longer than 6 weeks).
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  • Asked by Martha from Miami, Florida
    01/19/2018
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    Can I use Boracare for dry wood termites if the wood has been stained or painted?
    My kitchen cabinets have dry wood termites and I was considering using Bora-Care but noticed it is only effective on raw wood. What products are available for stained wood?
    A

    If you are able to, you can sand or strip the paint/stain off the wood and apply Boracare. If this is not an option, then you can inject a product like Jecta into the damaged areas.

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  • Asked by Scott from Orangevale, Ca
    01/20/2019
    Q
    After treating raw redwood with Bora Care, will the wood take an oil base or water base stain?
    A

    Yes, you can apply paint or stain (oil or water based) to the wood 48 hours after it has been treated with Bora-Care. 

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  • Asked by Jim from Clarksville, Tn
    03/07/2018
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    Can Boracare be cold fogged in a crawl space?
    A

    Bora-Care is too thick of a liquid to be used in any type of fogger.  It can be foamed into wall voids, or sprayed or painted directly onto raw, untreated wood only.  If you cannot directly access the wood that needs to be treated, foaming with Bora-Care normally is the best solution, although it will only penetrate into wood that it is directly contacting.  

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  • Asked by Robert from Tulare, Ca
    05/18/2016
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    Can Boracare be used on fruit trees?
    A

    Boracare cannot be used to treat fruit or any other types of trees, as it would kill any type of plant life.  If you can give us more information about what kind of pest you need to treat, we will be happy to recommend a different product for your needs. 

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  • Asked by Tristan from Bay Area, Ca
    04/08/2015
    Q
    Will Bora-Care work on Ipe wood?
    My new Ipe deck has some kind of wood borer. The top is finished with Ipe Oil. The bottom is unfinished. I could spray the underside. The boards are only 3/4" thick, but Ipe is very dense. Do you know of anyone that has tried it on hardwood?
    A
    Bora-Care should be applied only on raw, natural wood with no finishes (stain, paint, sealant, varnish, etc). Bora-Care cannot penetrate into sealed or finished wood. After wood has been treated with Bora-Care, you can paint, stain or seal the wood with no problems. We recommend waiting at least 3 days before sealing (but not longer than 6 weeks). Outdoor wood should be sealed after application of the product.
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  • Asked by Dana from La Vernia, Texas
    06/11/2018
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    When I spray Bora-care onto the wood, does the wood need to saturated, or a good spray will be fine?
    I live in a mobile home and have recently discovered I have termites. I can not afford to hire an exterminator so I’m going to try and treat them myself. I plan on spraying the inside of my walls along the studs and into them, and along the outside edge of my home and underneath it on the supports.
    A

    When applying Bora-Care the wood should be thoroughly sprayed, but not until runoff. Be sure the wood you are applying to is in a raw form with no paint on the surface. This product should be applied only to raw wood. Be sure to check out our Termite Guide. 

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  • Asked by Paul from San Rafael, Ca
    09/23/2018
    Q
    What type of sprayer do I need to apply Boracare?
    A

    Any hand pump sprayer can be used to apply Boracare.  It is recommended to dilute the Boracare in a bucket with hot water and then add the dilution to the sprayer. If you dilute Boracare directly in the sprayer you will almost always wind up with a clogged sprayer.

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  • Asked by Todd from Grasonville Md
    01/22/2018
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    I applied Bora-Care to exposed structural beams and now the wood looks darker. Is this normal?
    I sprayed with Bora-Care and it looks like the beams are darker in tint. They also have a sticky film on them. Will I be able to apply linseed oil?
    A

    Wood treated with Bora-Care will appear darker than normal for a few days until the chemical dries.  Typically it only takes 24 - 48 hours for the product to dry and not be sticky.  If it is not drying within this time frame, it usually means that too much of the product was applied to the wood.  You could lightly sand the wood to remove the stickiness and then apply your finishing oil. 

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  • Asked by Rich from West Linn, Or
    03/31/2016
    Q
    We have a new Madrone wood butcher block countertop in our kitchen that was OK for two years,
    Then some holes appeared. Now there's a third hole. We did kill one... maybe a false powderpost beetle? Can we take this butcher block top off and treat the unfinished bottom (top has had Linseed oil finish)? Is Boracare toxic enough that we could not use this butcher block top for food preparation after applying the Boracare to the bottom (about 1.5" thick)?
    A

    As long as the top is sealed then you can safely apply Boracare to the underside if unsealed and it will penetrate through the wood.  It would be recommended to allow the butcher block to dry for 24-48 hours before using again. Any food contact surfaces treated with Boracare must have a sealant applied after the Boracare has dried.

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  • Asked by Janet from North Miami Beach, Fl
    06/05/2016
    Q
    How do we get rid of termites in a termite infested couch?
    A

    For furniture your options are limited for treatment. If the wood is in its all natural raw state without any stains or finishes on it you can use a product like Boracare. Boracare will absorb all the way into the wood and eliminate any infestation that is there and last for the life of the wood. It does not stain the wood or leave behind any visible residue, but becomes one with the wood and any insect that ingests it dies. If the furniture has a finish on it, you would either have to drill holes throughout it and inject something like the Boracare or a foam, or the option most go with, hire a company to fumigate it

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  • Asked by David from Kaneohe Hawaii
    08/26/2014
    Q
    Can you ship Bora-Care to Hawaii, and how much would it cost?
    I have dry wood termites in cabinets in some hard to reach places. I have tried Term-Out, and it does not work.
    A
    Yes, Boracare can be shipped to HI. For exact shipping costs, we would recommend calling and speaking to one of our representatives. The phone number is 866-581-7378. Our business hours are Monday-Friday 9am-5pm EST. They will need to know the exact quantity you are ordering and your shipping zip code. Please let us know if you have any additional questions.
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  • Asked by Tom from Royal Oak, Mi
    02/12/2018
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    How should I apply Boracare to a very small area of finished hardwood floor?
    I have a small area less than 6" wide and 4" long in a single board of hardwood floor that has frass appearing. Can I inject it into tiny holes I drill and then use wood filler to cover those holes or must i strip the surface of the floor area and refinish?
    A

    Rather than using Boracare, we would recommend using the ready-to-use formulation of Boracare called Jecta if you are spot treating in finished wood. Jecta does not need to be mixed and could be injected into the specific infested areas.

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  • Asked by Benny from Chula Vista Ca91910
    05/03/2012
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    What diameter of holes do I drill in every 6 inches to inject boracare? And Boracare will be mixed with water?
    A

    You should drill whatever size hole you need based on what you have available to inject the Bora-care with.  Typically if you have an injection piece of equipment, 1/4 inch or 1/8 inch holes are used.  Please see this technical bulletin from the manufacturers of Bora-Care that explains about drilling and injecting into wood.  See page 5 and it will give specifics about the drill pattern, etc. 

    Bora-Care Remedial Technical Bulletin

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  • Asked by Don from Gilroy,ca.
    03/15/2012
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    When applying bora-care in drilled holes behind drywall is it best to spray or foam?
    A
    Foaming is the preferred method when treating voids. To foam a product you need a poly foamer to apply the foam and our ProFoam Foaming Concentrate which is an expanding liquid you need to mix with the solution.  You would mix the Bora-Care with water in a one gallon poly foamer, then pour in the foaming agent, then mix it all together and pump up the poly foamer.  You are now ready to foam voids.
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