Bora-Care - Questions & Answers

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  • Asked by Cynthia from Dana Point, Ca
    02/22/2016
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    What termite control product is safe to use around cats?
    I want to spray my 4 outdoor wood decks to protect against termites (house and decks were completely tented in April 2015.
    A

    Bora-Care is a very safe product and it is considered a green product as well.  Typically, it takes about an hour for the surface of the wood to dry.  After application has dried completely, it should be perfectly fine for children and pets to re-enter the house. Please read the BoraCare product label for complete usage instructions.  Boracare does have to be applied to raw, untreated, unpainted wood.

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  • Asked by Rich from West Linn, Or
    03/31/2016
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    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 Kelly from Foxworth, Ms
    05/07/2016
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    Will Boracare mix with diesel?
    A

    No, Boracare should only be mixed with water and applied to raw wood.

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  • Asked by Tricia
    05/14/2016
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    Would we benefit from using Boracare on the T-1-11 for our ceiling of a wraparound porch?
    Before we stain, also we have old barn beams we will use in our new home that have little pinpoint holes, worried about bugs. Should we use this on them before we finish them?? Thanks
    A

    Any untreated or unstained wood, including plywood, would benefit from an application of Boracare to help protect it from wood infesting pests, fungi and dry rot.  If you do have an active infestation of pests in the wood Boracare would be the best treatment for that as well before you stain. When treating wood that may be exposed to rainfall, be sure to apply a water sealant after the Boracare application has dried.

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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 Janet from North Miami Beach, Fl
    06/05/2016
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    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 Howard from San Juan Capistrano, Ca
    09/19/2016
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    Is Bora-Care safe to use on a laminated beam?
    My laminated beam has dry rot. I want to make sure that the Boracare will not melt the glue that holds the wood together in the laminated beam
    A

    Bora-Care should only be applied to raw wood in its natural form only for proper penetration. If there is a laminated coating on the beam the product will not be absorbed properly. 

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  • Asked by Tim from Richfield
    10/07/2016
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    What is the coverage when treating 8x8 timbers with Boracare?
    Have a barn and some timbers have an existing PP infestation and I wish to treat the remaining timbers as a preventative measure. In total, there is 1,330' of 8x8 timbers, of which 25% are infested. Due to cost, I'll treat the infested timbers at a 2:1 ratio and then go back and spray the entire structure, including the previously treated parts with a 5:1 ratio. I previously sprayed the upper structure using this method and have seen a kill, but it took 2 years for the frass to stop. I did spray the structure to the point where the product would start dripping off the beam.
    A

    When using Boracare for an exisiting infestion you woud want to use it at a 1:1 mixing ratio.According to the Log Home and Dimensional Lumber tech Bulletin on this product you would get 75 linear foot of coverage per gallon once it is diluted. 

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  • Asked by Mike
    12/13/2016
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    Does Bora-Care stain regular concrete or flagstone?
    I got a little overspray on some exterior porous flagstone. I'm pretty sure the lightening effect is only temporary?
    A

    Bora-Care will not stain concrete or flagstone. The effects you are speaking of should be temporary.

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  • Asked by Martha from Sc
    01/30/2017
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    How can i tell if Bora-Care has been applied to my crawlspace?
    I am purchasing a house. The owners were supposed to have it treated for powder post beetles and termites. I am not sure that they have.
    A

    Unless a dye was added to the Bora-Care at the time of application, you would not be able to tell if the wood in your crawlspace has been treated or not. 

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  • Asked by Harry from Nj
    07/07/2017
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    Can I apply Bora-Care on hardwood floors indoors? Is this product safe for indoor use around kids?
    A

    Bora-Care can be used on raw, untreated wood surfaces indoors and is safe for kids and pets once dry.

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  • Asked by Milton from Colonial Heights, Va
    12/15/2017
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    Does the insulation have to be removed before I spray Bora-Care for mold and termite protection in my crawl space?
    I have mold on my floor choices in crawl space
    A

    Regular Bora-Care does not treat or prevent mold in the wood, only wood decay fungus and wood-destroying insects. For mold remediation or prevention, you should use Boracare with MoldCare. This product needs to be applied directly to the wood to be absorbed, so if the insulation is blocking the wood, then you do need to remove it before spraying. Boracare with MoldCare does not remove stains, so if you want to remove any stains or other discoloration, you can treat the wood first with Mold Clean.

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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 Carol from Conroe, Tx
    02/03/2018
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    Can Bora-Care be effective if I just drill into a stud and apply it?
    Since we have chemical sensitivities, we sealed the studs of our home before sheetrock with a waterbased seal. I've found frass underneath a windowseat and want to treat with Boracare. Is it possible to treat the studs by drilling into the studs and injecting the BoraCare that way?
    A

    If you know that you have termites or carpenter ants in treated wood, then we would recommend spot treating with a non-repellent insecticide that will transfer throughout the colony, such as Fuse Foam. Fuse Foam is a ready-to-use product that has a foaming agent to help it expand and fill galleries. You would need to use the kickout holes as a guide to drill into the termite/ant gallery so that you can get at least some of the product in direct contact with the live insects. The product then works slowly enough to get transferred throughout the whole insect colony and cause collapse. If you prefer a Borate product, then we recommend the ready-to-use formulation of Boracare called Jecta. Jecta is designed for spot treatments.

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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 Kate from Wilmington, Nc
    02/14/2018
    Q
    I got Bora-Care on my kitchen sink, is it toxic?
    How can I clean this off? Bleach?
    A

    Boracare should not be applied to food contact surfaces. If there were overspray on sinks, countertops, floors, etc., then you could wipe up the excess with a disposable cloth and then clean the area with warm, soapy water. To prevent contamination in the future, it is recommended to cover non-target surfaces with a tarp or drop cloth before applying Boracare indoors.

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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 Steve from Liberty, Ms
    05/07/2018
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    Can Bora-Care be sprayed on 3/4 in. plywood sub-flooring?
    I'm building a post and beam camp. Joist and beams will be treated. The sub floor will be 3/4 t&g plywood. Can I spray the sub floor after I install it. I'll only be able to spray it from the top side.
    A

    Yes, you can apply Bora-Care to the plywood in this area as long as the plywood has not been treated with anything else. 

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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 Sandra from Largo
    06/20/2018
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    Should I turn off the electricity when foaming Boracare in wall voids? Do I patch the holes immediately?
    A

    There is no need to turn off the power when foaming wall voids with Bora-Care, unless you have exposed or damaged wires in the wall.  For patching the holes you could do that immediately or if you have a lot of insulation you could wait 24 hrs to patch.

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