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  • Asked by H
    07/21/2011
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    Can I apply Boracare on wood which had been painted but stripped now?
    I know that Boracare is for the untreated wood, but what about the wood which had been painted but it is stripped now? I am ready to repaint the handrail and I would like to use Boracare before I seal it with paint.
    A
    Yes, you can use Boracare on wood that has been stripped. After the Boracare has dried for a couple of days it will be ready to be repainted.
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  • Asked by Bob from San Diego Ca
    08/23/2011
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    Can I treat already installed cedar fence post with Bora-Care?
    I just installed a picket fence in my front yard. I used 4x4 square untreated cedar post anchored in cement. The part of the post that are buried in cement have been painted with tar to prevent moisture penetration. If I apply Bora-Care to the exposed part of the posts will it penetrate to the lower portions of the post and provide fungus and temite protection?
    A
    Bora-Care will penetrate some into the lower portions below the poured concrete, but it all depends on how deep the beams go. Of course any penetration into the part of the wood that is underground is of course better than not treating the wood at all.  You can ensure the product spreads deeper into the wood if you drill some small injection holes at a downward angle into the center of the wood from the exposed part at the concrete level down into the center of the wood below the concrete level.
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  • Asked by Eric from New London, Ohio
    09/15/2011
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    Preventative treatment on timber-frame barn
    We are replacing the siding on a timber frame barn which has 12"x12" uprights, 8x8 and 4x4 stringers/braces. Before we put up the pre-primed yellow pine siding, we want to apply preventative BoraCare. How long do we have to wait before mounting the siding? Is the 5:1 the right dilution for prevention? Does it make more sense to use a roller or sprayer? We will be working from a lift and will have easy access to 3 faces of the wood (The interior face is a bit inconvenient from the exterior of the building.) If any areas show an active infestation, do we just switch to the 1:1 dilution and apply as above? Thanks!
    A
    Actually the 5:1 Boracare treatment is only if you wanting to prevent against drywood termites and powder post beetles.  If you live in an area that has subterranean termites which you probably do since subs are much more common than drywood termites and powder post beetles, you should use a 1:1 treatment for treatment of existing termites and for prevention of subterranean termites.  We always recommend a 1:1 treatment because then you have the highest level of protection no matter what you are dealing with or what is in your area.  Also, if there is something active in the wood that you don't know about, the 1:1 treatment will take care of it. Most people apply using a sprayer but it is completely up to you.  Typically you only have to wait about 4 hours before mounting the wood you treated. It does dry quickly most of the time.
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  • Asked by Richard from Coolville Ohio
    10/18/2011
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    Will Bora-Care treat a log house after it has been treated with an exterior treatment about 2 years ago?
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    Bora-Care will not penetrate through any type of paint, stain, sealant or other product.  It is true that stains and sealants will wear off over time, but it is hard to tell how much is left and how much Bora-Care will be able to penetrate through.  Some of our customers treat anyways and feel it is better that some make it through and some not, than not to try to treat at all.  So this is a decision you have to make on your own.
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  • Asked by Ron from Welch, Wv
    05/29/2012
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    Does BoraCare come pre-mixed?
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    Boracare is a concentrate and you will need to mix 1 gallon of Boracare with 1 - 5 gallons of water depending on your needs. You can review the Boracare product label to find the correct usage rate for your needs.
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  • Asked by Walter from Mcgregor, Tx
    06/12/2012
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    Boracare for Black Polycaon Beetle: What percentage of product to use?
    In my office, the floor is stained, the walls have been painted, the furniture is stained or varnished...except for the inside of a large pine cabinet and some inner parts of my cherry wood desk. The beetles were introduced within a week or two via some driftwood used as a decoration. It was ordered from a source in Florida. I captured one and had it identified by a Entomologist. The others are "somewhere." I plan on using this product only on the exposed wood and using a paintbrush to apply it. Is this a wise course of action? Also, what percentage of the product should I use with water, being that the worst case scenario is that eggs have been laid? Thanks!
    A
    On any wood that is not stained, painted or treated you can apply Boracare at a 1:1 ratio to help control the active infestation of these boring beetles. Be sure to read over the Boracare product label for complete usage instructions. You can also treat topically with a product such as D-Force HPX for any adult beetles that are crawling around on the surfaces of objects.
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  • Asked by Janet
    07/30/2012
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    What happens to Boracare on painted wood?
    I know Bonacare needs to be applied to raw wood to soak in. Lets say you had an enclosed eave (use to be an open eave...so it is painted; rafter tails, shiplap, fascia). Under the remodel the eave was sealed with more wood to make it an even slab and the attic vents were moved to underneath this slab. So now I have a wood tunnel that has been painted on the inside. The problem is attic vent screens are not sold to withstand critter entry, the holes are big enough for any bug to crawl in. I wanted to stick a sprayer inside the vent and spray Boracare everywhere. Would Boracare act as a seal on the painted wood? Lets say a termite crawls into the attic vent and wants to start eating into the painted wood, there would be a layer of dried Boracare on the wood right?
    A
    Boracare would just evaporate and degrade if left on painted surfaces and would not provide you with the kind of control you would need.
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  • Asked by Timothy from Glenville, Pa
    05/05/2013
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    What is the solution for exterminating existing termites, future termites, & future mold/fungi?
    As a contractor I often get into a project which starts as a roof or siding leak and evolves into termite, ants, & mold infestation. I want a product that will exterminate the existing problems and provide treatment for the future.
    A
    Boracare, if applied to raw untreated wood will penetrate up to 4in and provide protection against wood boring insects for the lifetime of the wood. For mold care, Boracare with Moldcare would be great option.
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  • Asked by Justin from Titusville
    05/24/2013
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    1100 Lineal Feet of 1 x 6 Heart Pine (100 Years Old) which have active powder post beetles.
    Planning on using Bora Care to Treat it and also to spray an 80 year old house (gutted to Studs). Plan to use the Heart Pine for floors/Wall. Is it safe to cut/machine/plane it after treating with Bora Care?
    A
    Yes, it is safe to work with the wood after being treated with Boracare. Please make sure to read the product label and that the treated area is dried before using the wood.
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  • Asked by Nathan from San Francisco, Ca
    06/02/2013
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    safe to use on bedroom set?
    I built a jungle themed room for my daughter. I used Eucalyptus saplings to make the bed frame. We saw a few beetles scurrying around initially and killed them on the spot. Recently we are seeing a lot of holes in the wood and the occupants of those holes sure look like powderpost beetles. My research led to Boracare and this page. My concern is how safe is the product if I were to use it on the bedframe? I've read the MSDS and product label but still not very clear on safety. If I apply Boracare and let it dry, will the bedframe be safe enough for my daughter to touch? Thanks
    A
    The Boracare once dry is completely safe so as long as you keep your daughter away from it during the treatment process and until its dry she will be fine. Keep in mind Boracare is only designed for wood in its raw natural state. If you have put any sort of finish/stain/sealant on the wood there, you will have to sand it all off to apply the Boracare. Please let us know if you have any other questions.
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  • Asked by Jr from Raymond Mississippi
    06/05/2013
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    What Boracare ratio of mixture should I use on logs for a home?
    I'm going to be treating 6" x 12" pine timbers for a log home. They have been air drying for one year.
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    The mixture will be the same no matter what kind of wood you are treating on. For an active infestation of any wood destroying insect you will mix Boracare at the rate of 1:1. If there is no current activity of insects, you will use the preventative rate of 5:1 on the logs. You will need to mix the Boracare with hot water in a separate container first and mix well prior to putting it in a sprayer. You will need to treat all sides of the timbers and with the thickness of the logs, you will need to do 2 applications to have the Boracare penetrate through the wood to the center. You can do the second coat after the surface of the wood is semi-dry after the first coat which often only takes a few hours. Please refer to our directions bulletin on treating timbers for log homes for further tips.  Log Home and Dimensional Lumber Tech Bulletin.
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  • Asked by Michele from New Orleans, La
    06/20/2013
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    Does tung oil prevent Boracare from being effective?
    I stripped and refinished several pieces of cabinet furniture using tung oil before I realized they were infested with powderpost beetles. The interiors are unfinished wood. Do I have to re-strip them to use Boracare effectively?
    A
    The label states only to be applied to raw wood. Please contact Nisus 800-264-0870 for more information on treating around tung oil.
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  • Asked by Huy from Huntington Beach, California
    07/01/2013
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    Before repaint the exterior, can I add Boracare into paint or primer?
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    Boracare can only be mixed with water. You cannot add Boracare to a paint of primer.
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  • Asked by Kim from Dallas, Texas
    08/22/2013
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    What should I use to kill borers on my two, 4-year old almond trees?
    After injecting hydrogen peroxide in any holes I could see, I applied diatomaceous earth, manure compost, and soft rock phosphate (1/3 each) in water. Due to recent rains I need to reapply. But is there something else I can due to help get rid of the borers? Also, should I paint the trunks with watered down, white latex paint at some point?
    A
    We are not honestly not sure what to recommend for almond trees that have borers that can be used systemically. Most systemic products prohibit use on almond trees. We recommend you contact your local department of agriculture for a specific recommedation. We apologize we could not make a recommendation in this case.
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  • Asked by Steven from United States
    09/18/2013
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    There is what appears to be waste debris under the kitchen sink, coming from a plywood underlayment
    I thought I saw a spider. Can spiders nest inside plywood? Do they bore like termites? Could this also be carpenter ants? What does that waste look like? It does not look like termite droppings... What are the treatment options?
    A
    Spiders are not wood boring insects; however, they very well could under plywood or inside existing holes. If you have a critter boring into your wood, it could be powder post beetles, carpenter ants, or termites. Active boring would generally leave behind sawdust looking wood particles known as frass or even a fine wood powder. The best product for this type of treatment is Boracare. Boracare can be applied only to bare - unpainted and untreated - wood. You dilute the product down with water and either spray or paint it onto the wood. It absorbs in and will kill any existing infestation of wood boring insects and will preventfrom future infestations for the life of the wood. You need to verify exactly what type of insect you are dealing with though to know if Boracare is right for you or if you need a different type of insecticide. An excelent product for spiders is Demon WP.
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  • Asked by Michael from United States
    10/14/2013
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    Will powder post beetles live in the osb subfloor? Should I treat it with Bora-Care?
    Will Bora-Care penetrate Advantach sub floor?
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    Bora-Care can be applied to oriented strand board (OSB) that do has not be painted, stained or sealed per the manufacturer. Please refer to the product label for more detailed information by clicking the link below.

    http://www.domyownpestcontrol.com/msds/boracare_label.pdf

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  • Asked by Tracee from San Diego
    11/02/2013
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    How can I tell if boracare is working? How long does it take to kill infestation?
    A
    What type of infestation are you treating with Boracare?
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  • Asked by Fred from Hartford, Wisconsin
    11/03/2013
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    Is there a temperature requirement for treating with Boracare?
    I am treating the interior of a barn for powder post beetles. I know the product should not be stored in freezing temperatures but can the product be applied if the temperature is below freezing? Will it interfere with absorption?
    A
    You really want to avoid applying any product in below freezing temperatures because the water part of the mixture can separate and freeze. Do try to apply on a day where the temperatures are above freezing.
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  • Asked by Nathan
    01/22/2014
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    Is Bora-Care safe to use on living palm trees?
    If not, what product would be the best choice?
    A
    Bora-Care is not to be applied to any live trees. Please contact us at 866.581.7378 and one of our experts will help you select a product that will fit your needs.
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  • Asked by Fred from Los Angeles, Ca
    01/24/2014
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    How much do i sand my fence before applying BoraCare?
    My yard fence is made of painted 4x4, 2x4 and 2x2 boards. Is it sufficient to sand only one side of each board for effective application of BoraCare, or to I need to sand all 4 sides of each?
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    For best penetration and protection it is recommended by the manufacturer to sand all 4 sides of the wood so that you can apply the Boracare to all 4 sides to ensure complete treatment of the wood. If you do chose to only sand 1 or 2 sides of the wood make sure all paint particles are removed and you are only applying to pure raw wood and you may need to make multiple coats to ensure the product moves all the way through the wood.
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