Bora-Care - Questions & Answers

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  • Asked by A from Florida
    05/10/2019
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    Will Bora-Care kill palmetto bugs?
    A

    Bora-Care will not kill palmetto bugs.  It is labeled for wood-destroying insects such as termites, carpenter ants, powderpost beetles, etc.  Insects need to ingest wood that has been treated with Bora-Care in order for it to kill them.  

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  • Asked by David from Franklinville, Nc
    05/13/2019
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    Can I use Bora-Care to treat 6x6 pine timbers?
    I have several 6x6 pine untreated. I would like to use as landscape timbers so they will contact ground. Will this product work for this application ?
    A

    You can use Bora-Care but would need to seal the wood before putting it on the ground.

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  • Asked by Brian from New Orleans
    06/19/2019
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    We have live drywood termites in our second story floor. Can I squeegee Boracare over whole floor?
    Instead of resanding whole floor, wouldn't the Boracare mix seep into the cracks in between the old floor boards? If I needed to resurface I would just replace floor and kill the nest when exposed. Thoughts?
    A

    In order to get the best results, Bora-Care needs to be applied to raw wood and at least one full side of the wood that needs to be treated in order for it to be absorbed, treat and protect the wood. If it's just squeezed into the cracks and crevices the treatment will not be effective because most of the solution will be left on the painted/stained wood. If you would like to spot treat, then you can spot treat the areas of activity with Jecta, which is a ready to use form of Bora-Care, but you would have to drill into the wood to make the treatment.

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  • Asked by Joe from Gaithersburg, Md
    07/25/2019
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    Will applying Bora-Care to just the exposed face of a wall paneled with palletwood be fine?
    Or do I have to apply it to both sides of the wood for it to prevent termites?
    A

    Bora-Care penetrates faster when applied to all sides and you get a more complete application, but if you can only apply to one side it can still penetrate up to 4 inches with 1 application.

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  • Asked by Paul from Sneedville, Tn
    08/01/2019
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    Can I add a mold killer/treatment to Bora-Care so that I can treat a mold and termite issue?
    A

    The idea when actively treating for mold and wood boring pests is to treat the termites first with Bora-Care at a 1:1 ratio and then come behind that and treat with Bora-Care with Mold Care at the 1:5 ratio. Per the manufacturer, this can be done in back to back days. 

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  • Asked by Rc from Garden Grove, Ca
    10/28/2019
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    Can Boracare be sprayed in a garage?
    Planning to spray the raw wood in our garage but we have appliances and stuff that can't be removed like washer and dryer, garage door and opener, and water heater. Can we still spray if we cover them with tarp? What's the effect to metal and electrical wiring? Thanks.
    A

    Yes, Boracare can be applied in your garage.  It will not affect metal or wiring.  

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  • Asked by Steve from Tappahannock, Va
    10/31/2019
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    Will Bora Care or Tim-Bor prevent fungus growth around nail heads in painted pine siding where water can enter?
    Nails loosen. Water can seep into the painted yellow line siding allowing fungal rot around the nail heads and also at end cuts.
    A

    Bora-Care and Tim-Bor should only be used on raw, unfinished wood.  It should not be used on wood that has been painted, sealed or stained.  If applications of either product are needed, the wood would need to be stripped down to it’s natural state before application. 

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  • Asked by Bryan from Oceano, Ca
    11/12/2019
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    Will Bora-Care spread/penetrate to neighboring wood that is nailed to it?
    A

    Bora-Care should be sprayed on all exposed sides of the raw, unfinished wood that you’re trying to protect.  If will not absorb properly into adjacent wood that has not been treated.

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  • Asked by Lynn from Lowndesboro, Alabama
    01/19/2020
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    Does Bora-Care work on carpenter bees?
    A

    Bora-Care will not work for carpenter bees. For carpenter bee control, we recommend our Carpenter Bee Control Kit

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  • Asked by Jason from Cerritos, Ca
    01/30/2020
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    Can Bora-Care be sprayed in an airless 900 sq attic?
    If I spray bora care 1:1 ratio in about 900 sq airless attic, will it create problems like mold, mildew, fungus? The attic is 3 feet high and has 4 vents of about 4" x 16" with 2 at each sides at attic floor. If there are dust on the studs &joists, by how much the bora care absorption is reduced? Even if it is reduced, would spraying be better than nothing? Thank you very much.
    A

    Bora-Care can be sprayed in a non-ventilated area but we do recommend wearing a respirator mask in that case.If there is a humidity issue already, we recommend fixing that problem first with a Dehumidifier if the situation calls for one. If there is a risk of mold, you can treat first with Bora-Care, at a 1:1 ratio, and after at least 48 hours you can treat with Bora-Care with Mold-Care, at a 5:1 ratio, to treat or prevent mold.

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  • Asked by Ron from Fort Mill, Sc
    02/16/2020
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    How long do I have to wait to restack wood treated with Boracare?
    How much boracare do I need and how long after spraying do I have to wait before I restack.
    A

    One gallon of Bora-Care will treat approximately 100 lineal feet of 2 x 4 stud wall. You would want to make sure the product has completety dried before restacking. This can typically take up to 48 hours 

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  • Asked by Joan from Mcnaughton
    04/08/2020
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    I have a log home and am thinking Bora-Care might solve insect problems. The logs are stained can I use this?
    A

    Bora-Care can only be applied to raw wood that has not been painted, stained or sealed.  You would need to sand the wood down to the original raw state before applying.

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  • Asked by Boris
    01/16/2021
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    Can I safely finish floors with oil (instead of varnish) after applying Bore-Care?
    I am planning to sand my pine floors, apply Bora-Care and finish with Osmo Polyx-Oil instead of staining and sealing with varnish. Would the floors be safe for my children to play on afterward?
    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 Theresa from Houston, Texas
    03/06/2021
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    How to kill drywoods in trees near home with Bora-Care?
    How to kill drywood nests in trees near my home that send mating couples into my house each year?
    A

    Bora-Care  is only for use on cut timber not currently still growing.

    Termites do not attack live, healthy trees. If the tree has been damaged by termites it would be advisable to remove the tree.  They are natures recyclers so they go after dead/decaying wood more with high moisture content as well.   Most people are primarily concerned with protecting the big investment, their home.  Please take a moment to read over our article on "How to do a Termite Treatment" for complete details.  In most cases, termites out in the yard are completely normal and can be left alone.  However if in non fruit bearing trees and you can locate and directly spot treat the nest in the tree you can use something like Termidor SC after drilling into the gallery to be sure you are making contact where they are actively are.

     

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  • Asked by Mark
    03/14/2021
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    Can I use Bora-Care on a concrete slab to spray before I put down a wood floor?
    A

    Boracare can be applied to concrete, however, it would be best to treat the wood itself before it is stained or finished. Treating the slab only would not offer the same protection.

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  • Asked by John
    06/01/2021
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    Once the Bora-Care has dried, is it safe to cut the treated lumber without a mask? Is the sawdust toxic?
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    Sawdust from Boracare treated wood would be no more toxic that untreated wood, though you should avoid breathing in either.  You should cut the wood to the final size before treating with Boracare. You do not want to waste the product on wood that will not be used and as Boracare can take up to 30 days to completely penetrate. 

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  • Asked by Andrew from Thousand Oaks, Ca
    06/02/2021
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    Can I use Bora-Care on an oak floor that has already been varnished?
    Powder post beetles are popping up
    A

    Boracare is only able to penetrate into raw, untreated, unstained or painted wood therefore it would not penetrate into plywood with varnish on it.  You will need to sand down to the raw wood or pull up the flooring to expose the unvarnished underside and treat that.

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  • Asked by Jamie from Hayward, Ca
    06/14/2021
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    Can I apply Bora-Care in the sun or is sundown better?
    Best time to apply it to redwood deck? In full sun or better not sunny?
    A

    Wood just needs to be dry before applying Bora-Care. There is no specifics on the time of day it should be applied. As long as you are not expecting rain in the next 48 hours.  It can take up to 48 hours for it to dry after application.  It should dry clear when mixed as directed and would not affect stain once dry. 

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  • Asked by Len
    11/24/2009
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    Will Bora-Care kill severe black mold on plaster?
    A
    No, Bora-Care is not labeled to treat or prevent mold.  However, we do sell an upgrade version of Bora-Care called Boracare with Mold-Care that is labeled to treat and prevent mold on wood.
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  • Asked by Marilou
    06/12/2010
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    Can i use BoraCare to treat fungus and termite infested pepper tree trunks?
    We have been cutting down our dead trees infested with fungus and termites. we were told we need to throw them all out but I wanted to keep them to make steps and foot paths around our property. can i treat them with any of your product and do we have to strip the bark off the trunks?
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    BoraCare will kill any living plants and trees, so you could only use it if they are already dead or you don't mind if they are dead.  You would have to strip the bark and let the wood dry as much as possible before treating with Bora-Care.  The Bora-Care will kill any insects in the wood and neutralize fungus.  You would want to seal the wood after treating with a water sealant if they were going to be outside and exposed to rain for a long time. 
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