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  • Asked by Daniel from Columbia Sc
    04/28/2015
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    I have noticed saw dust on my wood fence and assume it is carpenter ants. What do you recommend to treat them?
    A
    Assuming that you are treating carpenter ants, you can apply Bora-Care to any areas that have an active infestation of powder post beetles, termites or carpenter ants. It will need to be treated at the rate of 1:1 and all other areas where there is no activity can be used 5:1. Once the Boracare has been applied to the fence, you will need to seal/stain/paint it to keep the rain from slowly washing it away over the years. If sealed, the Boracare will last for the life of the wood after application. Please let us know if you have any other questions.
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  • Asked by Peter
    06/10/2015
    Q
    How many milliliters or ounces per gallon of Boracare must be used
    how many milliliters or ounces per gallon of boracare must be used when applying as a wood preservative?
    A
    Preventative use rate is 5:1 with Boracare.  For example you would mix 1gal Boracare to 1 gal water. 
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  • Asked by Paul from Salem, Or
    01/09/2016
    Q
    Should I plane my boards to a final thickness before treatment with Bora-Care?
    I am getting ready to use some 1" thick oak that has powder post beetles, I need to plane it down to a 3/4" thickness. Should I plane it down and finish sand it before I treat it or can I treat it a few days before I mill it down.
    A

    It would be recommended to complete any sanding/planing before applying Boracare.

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  • Asked by Mark from Dallas
    05/24/2016
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    What is the recommended method for treating wood beneath drywall with BoraCare?
    The answer to Jerry on 9/17/2010 was to drill at a downward angle into the studs every 6 inches and inject Bora-Care into the drilled holes. The answer to Adam from Kansas on 03/02/2013 was to drill holes at the top of the wall on each side of each stud and drill a second set of holes at the bottom of the wall on each side of each stud and then apply Bora-Care foam using the top holes until the foam comes out of the bottom holes. Has the recommendation changed over time?
    A

    Both of the treatments mentioned in previous Q&A's for Boracare are correct as they are for 2 different application methods. If you are drilling directly into the stud you would follow the instructions of drilling every 6 inches and inject.  If you want to foam into a wall void instead then you would follow the drill at the top and bottom on each side of the stud instructions.

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  • Asked by Penny from Miami, Fl
    05/25/2016
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    Can an antique pine trunk be treated for termites with Boracare?
    The trunk shows evidence of termite damage around the bracketed feet. It has been waxed over the decades and I understand that Boracare can't penetrate, but will it penetrate through the unstained/unwaxed end grain of the feet where they contact with ground? If so, how far in will the Boracare go?
    A

    Boracare must be applied to raw wood in order for the product to be effective and for it to be absorbed by the wood, so the trunk would have to be sanded if it's painted/stained. If Boracare is only applied to one small area, it would only go up a couple of inches or so. You can use Jecta instead to inject it into the wood, it is a ready to use form of Boracare, but holes must be drilled in order to inject the product into the wood. If these options are not something you want to do because it is an antique, you can speak to an antique dealer for recommendation or have the trunk fumigated by professionals.

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  • Asked by Thomas from Crane Hill, Al
    04/22/2017
    Q
    Can I pressure inject into large beams
    Drill hole and with pump inject into large 5" x 15" beams
    A

    Are you trying to treat an active infestation of something or prevention?

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  • Asked by Andrew from Singers Glen, Va
    08/10/2017
    Q
    Will pressure washing the wood prior to the application of Bora-Care or Timbor help or hurt with the penetration?
    My old logs need cleaning before treatment.
    A

    The raw, natural wood can be treated and dried completely prior to the application of Bora-Care or Timbor without disrupting the absorption.  

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  • Asked by Mitch from Slc, Ut
    05/05/2018
    Q
    Will Bora-Care work on green ash borer?
    A

    Bora-Care can ony be applied to raw wood for wood destroying insects. Are you treating for Emerald Ash Borers? Is so, we recommend using  Ferti-lome Tree & Shrub Insect Drench.

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  • Asked by Marvin from Matteson, Illinois
    08/14/2018
    Q
    How do I exterminate wood borer beetles from stained wood with Bora-Care?
    This is on a board of deck railing made from new wood that was installed, allowed to dry and then stained this past September. Wood shavings and debris were first noticed about a month ago. Recently have noticed dead adult beetles which lead to the discovery of the exit hole on the underside if the board.
    A

    Bora-Care is definitely the very best product to treat for powder post beetles.  If the wood is stained, it will need to be sanded and stripped down to it’s original raw state.  The idea is to ensure the Bora Care penetrates all the way through to the center of the wood so it lasts the life time of the wood.  Powder post beetles can remain dormant inside wood for sometimes up to 30 years.  So it’s very important to treat the wood with a product that will fully penetrate the wood and last the life time of the wood.

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  • Asked by C from Blossburg, Pa
    09/26/2018
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    Will overspray from Bora-Care stain drywall or painted concrete?
    A

    Bora-Care may crystallize on some surfaces or stain drywall.

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  • Asked by Yvette from Florida
    09/30/2018
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    Can Boracare be used on treated wood?
    A

    Boracare should only be used on raw and untreated wood.

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  • Asked by Bea from Queensland, Australia
    10/02/2018
    Q
    Can Boracare be applied to timber? Do I water it down to spray it?
    A

    The mixture will be the same no matter what kind of wood you are treating. For an active infestation of any wood destroying insect you will mix Bora-Care  at the rate of 1:1. If there is no current activity of insects, you will use the preventative rate of 5:1.   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. Apply to all sides of the timbers. 

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  • Asked by Patrick from Greenville Wi
    10/15/2018
    Q
    I want to use Bora-Carere to treat an old barn beam. Do I need to seal the beam with anything afterwards?
    A

    Bora-Care is designed to penetrate the wood so you do not need to seal the beam after application. 

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  • Asked by David from Houston
    11/06/2018
    Q
    Can Bora-Care be applied to wood in its rough form with bark still on it?
    I am a woodturner with an upcoming trip to get quite a lot of wood. I need it all but can't turn and process it all quickly. Wondering if your product will protect this wood while in storage.
    A

    No, Bora-Care cannot be used on wood with bark still on it. The bark needs to be stripped from the wood because it will not allow Bora-Care to be absorbed into the wood.

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  • Asked by Laura from New Orleans, La
    11/19/2018
    Q
    Can we apply Bora Care prior to the spray insulation without it affect the adherence or longevity of the foam insulation?
    A

    Yes, Bora-Care can be applied to any raw wood surface prior to finishing or the use of spray insulation.  Apply the Bora-Care per label instructions, allow the Bora-Care ample time to dry, and then you are free to finish the wood or apply spray insulation over top of the wood.  

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  • Asked by Tom from Dallas, Nc
    12/12/2018
    Q
    What is the best product to use to get rid of powder post beetles?
    A

    Boracare is the best treatment option for any type of wood destroying insect including powder post beetles. However, no matter how new or old the wood is, Boracare can only be used on wood in its raw natural state. If the wood has any type of stain or finish on it, you would need to sand it off, then apply Boracare and re-finish it.

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  • Asked by Lee from Sequim Wa
    12/17/2018
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    Will Bora-care penetrate through the most dense hardwoods?
    I have tried using Bora-care on some beams of Southern Live Oak (Quercus Virginiana), which is one of the densest, heaviest hardwoods in the world. The beams are fairly recently cut and have a fairly high moisture content, and are 4-1/2" by 3-1/2". I am applying a 1:1 mixture. It doesn't look like the Boracare is penetrating or absorbing into the timber - it seems to stay on the surface for a long time, and then a thick white coating is left, which indicates to me that the solution has not absorbed, but instead eventually evaporated, and the borate has been left on the surface instead of being inside the wood. Can you give me any advice on how to help the Bora-care penetrate further, and a way to test the penetration (for example, by adding some kind of dye that will absorb with the product, and then I can cut a test piece in two) ? Thank you
    A

    We have consulted with the Boracare manufacrurer and think that some probably went in.  With oak it’s best to do a 5:1 or the result is what will occur as described.  The manufacturer recommends that you just wipe off the excess.

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  • Asked by Allen from Houma, La
    03/25/2019
    Q
    Just put up bulk head against a pond. Is Bora-Care safe for the fish?
    Is it a good application for the treatment for the exposed wood outdoor and weather?
    A

    You need to be very careful about using any kind of termiticide around a body of water that contains fish or other aquatic life since most termiticides could harm the fish. Boracare can be used on the raw wood, then once the Boracare is dry, you would want to use a water sealant to protect the treatment. Be sure that you apply the Boracare away from the water so there is no runoff, overspray, etc. into the water.

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  • Asked by Cher from San Diego
    06/17/2019
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    Will Bora-Care kill plants along fence line?
    I want to treat an existing fence infested with termites but worry about Boracare getting in the ground.
    A

    BoraCare will kill any plants or trees that come into contact with it. Be careful treating around any desirable vegetation. 

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  • Asked by Wayland from Ridgeway,va
    07/10/2019
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    I have some old lumber with suspect holes in it. Can I use Boracare to treat it, and if so, will the lumber be safe to use for indoor furniture and trim?
    I read that some people add Bifen IT to the Bora Care. What additional effect would this add? Thanks
    A

    Boracare can be used to treat any raw, untreated wood for wood-infesting pests.  After application it will be absorbed into the wood and remain active for the life of the wood.  It is safe for indoor use if used as directed on the product label.  It cannot be mixed with any other insecticides.  

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