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  • Asked by Eldritch from Manakin Sabot, Va
    06/10/2023
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    I found fungal rot while spraying with vinegar. Is the surface ruined for the bora care application?
    Crawl space
    A

    Using a product such as Bora-Care with MoldCare instead may be beneficial for you as it is Bora Care, but the Mold Care that is added helps with fungus and rot. This product is labeled for mold, decay fungi, wood rot, termites, powderpost beetles, wood-destroying insects. You may view the full product label here: https://www.domyown.com/msds/Bora_Care_with_Mold_Care_Label_2022.pdf 

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  • Asked by Remi from Alpena Michigan
    06/06/2023
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    Is it safe to touch empty container to face?
    A

    No, Bora-Care and the bottle itself does not need to be near your face and doesn't need to touch your skin. 

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  • Asked by Barry from West Palm Beach Fl
    05/25/2023
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    tree cutting or raw cut wood that maybe used in camp fires
    If bora care is used on cut logs being stored outside, is it safe to burn the logs and raw cut wood after treatment;
    A
    Bora-Care is only used on cut timber used for building and would not be used on any firewood
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  • Asked by Jason from Saint Petersburg, Florida
    05/21/2023
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    When spraying the underside of the roof iwill Bora Care damage any asphalt underlayment that is exposed to the
    I have a flat roof and removed the drywall ceiling to find the roof boards are spaced apart by an inch or less and I can see the roofing underlayment. I want to protect the wood with Bora Care but don't want it to compromise the roofing material.
    A
    Bora-Care will only penetrate into the wood that is sprayed/brushed on directly.  It would not harm the underlayment.
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  • Asked by Sandra from Lake Charles,la
    05/19/2023
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    Can you kiln dry wood that is treated with boracare?
    I have active powder post beetles in fresh milled spalted birch wood. You cant kiln dry fresh milled wood so I treated with Boracare. I want to kiln dry in about 6 months to prevent and larvae from emerging in the next years. I do understand the larvae will die but still might emerge. Can I kiln dry wood treated with boracare?
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    Yes, per the manufacturer Nisus, Boracare can be applied to kiln-dried wood or prior to being placed in a kiln. We would recommend allowing the application of BoraCare to completely dry and absorb throughout the wood before placing it in a kiln. 

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  • Asked by Remi from Brownsville Texas
    05/12/2023
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    For a gallon of water, how much Bora-Care do I mix?
    It's all pre-construction and some cabinets I have already. I want to have a mix that works for both preventative and current infestations. I heard it was a 2:1 ratio but I rather have it on easy instructions. How much bora care do I need for a gallon of water?
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    The mixing ratio of Boracare depends on if you have a current wood-boring pest you are treating. If you do, we recommend mixing at a 1:1 ratio. If you are using Boracare as a preventative you can mix at a 1:5 ratio. 
    We ALWAYS recommend using a 1:1 ratio with Boracare because of 2 reasons.  First of all, a 1:1 ratio is the strongest ratio and will ensure complete penetration through the wood and it will protect longer in the wood than any other ratio. Second, even though you are using new wood, or store-bought raw wood, it can still contain beetles and other insects from the mill.  Applying a 1:1 ratio ensures that if there are any issues whatsoever, they are taken care of before they become a problem.

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  • Asked by Eddie from Orange City, Florida
    05/08/2023
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    What happens if I install drywall over treated wood that may not be completely dry?
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    We would recommend to try and wait longer than 24 hours to seal up the wall. This will allow for the product to better soak into the wood. Since Bora-Care alone does not treat for mold if you seal up moisture, mold could be a concern. 

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  • Asked by Donnie
    05/01/2023
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    Bora care inside a wall cavity with the wood lather
    I am trying to figure out how to foam an entire wall cavity. I understand I can spray the top of a stud by drilling an access hole and foaming in the direction of said stud and letting it run all the way down the stud, hopefully. But my issue is that I have tongue and groove walls in a historic home. I need a reliable way to actually get the foam to touch every inch of the wall cavity. Is there anything that would produce enough foam to fill a 15-inch x 3-inch x 13-foot wall cavity? I am trying to protect in the future, so the Termidor foam doesn't do what I need, that is for active infestations.
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    Boracare can be used as a foam. You should only be concerned about getting the foam near the wood and studs.  Typically when a company foams walls, they drill holes at the top of the ceiling on either side of the studs and foam down the stud from the ceiling.  This way you have gravity working in your favor and you are getting the foam against the wood which is all that matters. You will need a foaming agent and a poly foamer. You will mix 2 gallons of hot water with 1 gallon of Boracare.

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  • Asked by Mara from Gaffney, Sc
    04/14/2023
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    After removing infested bamboo flooring, will Bora-care suffice to treat subflooring and any other damage?
    Engineered bamboo flooring so sanding is not a good option. If seeking to remove infested bamboo flooring completely to treat subflooring with Bora-care should this suffice from a treatment perspective where we could replace it with new engineered flooring or tile and which would you recommend?
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    Bore-Care is the ideal product for any raw wood within the structure of a home including the wood subflooring. This will help control any within the wood currently, as well as protect against any future infestations for the life of the wood. Use a 1:1 mix ratio of water to Boracare concentrate and spray, paint, or roll the solution on the wood surfaces on as many sides as you have access to for best penetration. 

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  • Asked by Jeff from Kingston,ga
    04/10/2023
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    Can I add a stain to this when spraying?
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    No, Boracare cannot be mixed with stain, but you can apply stain after applying Boracare. 

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  • Asked by Shawn from Newton, Iowa
    03/21/2023
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    What is coverage at max strength?
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    One gallon of Bora-Care will treat approximately 100 lineal feet of 2 x 4 stud wall. This includes sill plate and header. For other dimensional lumber, logs, or siding and plywood, please see the product label . Typically, one gallon of concentrate Bora-Care will treat 800 square feet of a 2x4 stud wall, and 500 square feet of a crawl space or attic.
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  • Asked by Adam from Texas
    03/19/2023
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    How long before I can add insulation and drywall?
    How long do I need to let Bora Care dry before I cover with insulation and drywall?
    A
    Yes, once the Boracare application is dry, typically in about 24-48 hours. Then you will be fine to add insulation and drywall. 
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  • Asked by Jack from Winston-salem
    03/07/2023
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    My Bora-Care has crystalized and comes out ofthe solution in the bottle. How do I reconstitute it?
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    Bora-Care is a very viscous liquid by nature and it will stay that way as a concentrate. When you mix it with water we always recommend using hot water and stirring well before use in a sprayer or with a brush as this will thin it out for the application process. As far as the crystalized substance goes I believe it has something to do with the air mixing with the ingredients over time but I will check to make sure. The product should be good so long as it is stored properly in a temperature-stable environment out of direct sunlight. 
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  • Asked by David from Big Torch Key
    03/04/2023
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    Is bora-care waterproof after it's dry?
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    When applying Bora-Care to structural wood in the home, you only need to apply the product once. It will last for the life of the wood. If you are applying to exterior wood like a deck, porch, or fence that is exposed to rainfall, then you would either need to use a water sealant after the Boracare is dry, or you would re-apply Boracare after about 3-5 years.

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  • Asked by Robert from Cape Coral Fl
    02/19/2023
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    How do I clean bora care off of travertine floors?
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    To remove any residue from Bora-Care, simply use warm soapy water. 

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  • Asked by Meyers from Winter Park, Fl
    02/15/2023
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    What is the effectiveness of applying Boracare to the existing drywood termite infestation in the attic?
    The house is heat of pine house, carpenter-style, 1920s up on concrete footers with a hip roof with a peak and outside soffits. Access to the attic through opening access point in the middle of the house by the main bathroom.
    A
    Boracare takes care of any active infestation of wood-destroying insects such as termites, carpenter ants, powderpost beetles, etc. Boracare is the best treatment option for any type of wood-destroying insect. 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 either sand it off and apply Boracare and re-stain it, or drill holes periodically through the areas where you have activity and inject Boracare into the center of the wood.
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  • Asked by Ivey from Morehead City
    02/07/2023
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    I have a 1500 sq ft home. I want to spray under the floor. How much should it take?
    A

    Typically, one gallon of concentrate Bora-Care will treat 800 square feet of a 2x4 stud wall and 500 square feet of a crawl space or attic.

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  • Asked by Guy from Roanoke, Va
    01/23/2023
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    Will Bora-Care be effective if I apply it to the unfinished back side of a 1" oak board?
    I have 1" thick material where I have already finished the face and sides of the board with 2 coats of Waterlox, but the back side is completely unfinished. Will the Bora-Care still penetrate into most of the material except for where the finish oil may have already penetrated?
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    The Bora-Care will not penetrate the finished sides, you would need to treat the unfinished side with two coats of the product. You will probably need to wait about 20 minutes to an hour (depending on penetration speed) between coats. It will seep as far into the wood as it can, so just depending on how deep that finish you used on the other sides went, will determine how far the Bora-Care can penetrate.

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  • Asked by Eric from Uae
    01/12/2023
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    Can I used bora- care to treat my bee hives?
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    No, you cannot use Bora-Care to treat your bee hives.
     

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  • Asked by Grant
    01/07/2023
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    Does boracare work on charted wood?
    If I have wood that has been in the fire, just charred but not burned, will boracare work on it?
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    We would recommend sanding or removing any charred areas of wood before applying Bora-Care to ensure the application evenly absorbs into the wood. 
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