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  • Asked by Errol from Tucker, Ga
    03/10/2016
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    Does Timbor kill vegetation and weeds?
    A

    Timbor is an insecticide so it should have no effect on vegetation or weeds. You may want to check out the Herbicides & Weed Killers section of our website. 

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    2 of 4 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Ray from Aurora
    08/01/2014
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    Indoor use
    I want to use the timbor on a 130 yr old barn beam that I will convert to a mantle. I plan on spraying it with timbor, letting it dry, sanding lightly, then sealing it with Tung oil. Is the Timbor safe to have in a home? The mantle will be over a working fireplace. Is heat a problem?
    A
    Yes, Timbor is meant to be used on indoor areas that will not be exposed to the elements. Timbor should only be applied for eradicating fungus off of wood and for protecting new wood from future infestation. Heat should not be a problem once the product is dried and sealed within the wood. Be aware that Timbor does only absorb 1/4 of an inch into the wood. If you are looking for something to penetrate the wood and last for the lifetime of the wood, we would recommend Boracare. Please let us know if you have any additional questions.
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  • Asked by Dw from Lemon Grove, Ca
    10/13/2018
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    Can I paint over Tim-Bor Professional with a latex-based primer?
    I intend to use Timbor Professional on new wood for an outside deck which I will primer and paint with a Latex based product
    A

    Yes, as long as the application of Tim-bor Professional is completely dry, you can use a latex or other paint/stain product.

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    2 of 2 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Peter from Calgary Alberta
    10/12/2012
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    do you ship to Canada - where can I get in Calgary Canada?
    A
    Unfortunately we do not ship to Canada at this time.  Many of our Canadian customers will have a product shipped to someone in the United States that they happen to know like a friend or family member, and they they forward it onto Canada. We do offer FREE shipping within the US. We are not sure where you can get these products in Canada
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    2 of 3 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Jerry from Dover, Oh
    05/29/2013
    Q
    ll timbor harm wiring and plumbing pvc or copper
    A
    I'm sorry but we do not know what you are trying to ask. Please rephrase your question or statement so we can better assist you.
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    2 of 5 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Jerome
    02/01/2017
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    Can Timbor be used to treat canvas against mildew?
    A

    Timbor is only designed to be applied to wood and does not treat mildew/mold.  We would not recommend applying it to canvas.

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    2 of 2 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Nina from Arroyo Grande, Ca
    04/02/2017
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    Do I was off Timbor 24 hours after applying to bedroom hardwood floor and walls to kill green mold?
    It has a film coat on my painted wall and floor? My bed is at that corner, do I wash it off because I will breathe and sleep right next to it. What do I use to wash it off ?
    A

    Timbor will not kill any actively growing mold.  It is a wettable powder for prevention of wood boring insects and fungi, that leaves a white residue on wood surfaces after it is applied and would not wash off wood surfaces.  If you were to sand after application of Timbor it could remove the Timbor as it only penetrates approx. 1/4 inch into the wood. Since the product would not penetrate walls, you can remove from those surfaces using a wash cloth and water.

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  • Asked by Jen from Houston, Tx
    01/09/2018
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    Could a dye be a potential problem for a Tim-bor solution since the product specs have no mention of adding dye?
    We are building & the company builder recommended to treat all of the interior wood is adding a blue dye to the Timbor solution. Company's reason is to insure that all the wood has been sprayed so the dye helps to visibly see the areas that's been treated.
    A

    It is fine and very common to add a spray indicator dye to Tim-bor or similar wood treatment products before spraying. This helps to keep track of what wood has been treated, and it does not interefere with the efficacy of the Tim-bor. Keep in mind that the spray indicator will not fade on the wood: it will be visible permanently.

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  • Asked by Cheryl from Garden Grove
    07/05/2016
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    After the application of Timbor on the interior of building, does it need to be painted?
    A

    It is recommended that you use a sealant or paint on the wood treated with Timbor. This will seal the product into the wood so that it will last for the life of the wood. It is not necessary to paint or use a sealant though. 

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  • Asked by William from Bellevue
    05/27/2017
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    How much Timbor do I mix in a 50 gallon tank to get 15% solution?
    A

    The rate of Timbor in a 50 gallon tank is 75 lbs to achieve a 15% solution.
     

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  • Asked by Kirk
    07/12/2022
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    Will Tim-bor Professional work on treated wood?
    A

    Tim-bor Professional cannot be applied to wood that is already finished with a stain, sealant, or paint. If the wood is pressure treated, there is no need to treat it with the product, however if you still would like to ,Boracare would be the product to use and expect it to absorb and dry slower than on raw untreated wood. 
     

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  • Asked by Bob from London. Ky
    12/25/2018
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    Can Tim-bor Professional be mixed into my exterior stain and applied to bare wood?
    A

    Tim-bor Professional can be mixed with water only.  Once the area is dry you would then paint.

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  • Asked by Kevin from Toronto
    03/09/2015
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    Can I mix Timbor with a glycol solution instead of water for deeper wood penetration?
    A
    No, Timbor cannot be mixed with anything else besides water. If you do mix it with other products, it will clump and not work the way you would like it to.
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  • Asked by Regina from Pittsboro, Nc
    12/03/2014
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    Will Timbor work if sprayed on gravel before concrete is poured for a slab-on-grade floor?
    There will be EPS foam insulation placed over the gravel then 6 mil poly sheathing, then the concrete pour. Or would it be better to spray the bottom side of the foam instead of the gravel?
    A
    Is this for general insect control? We have a few more questions to accuractly answer your questions. Please call us at 866-581-7378 so that we can better assist you.
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  • Asked by Bill from New Hampton Ny
    10/31/2014
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    I am in NY state-can't buy Timbor -what major chain stores sell it if I buy it in a different state
    A
    Currently, the State of New York restricts shipment of all termiticides, such as Timbor, to your state so it would not be available to homeowners at local stores and we are not aware of what stores in other states would carry.  We do offer free shipping to anywhere in the continental US so would be able to ship to another state for you.
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  • Asked by Philip from Crysler, On., Ca.
    02/13/2015
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    Is it legal to have Timbor shipped to Canada?
    A
    We apologize but we do not ship to Canada and are not aware of the laws involved in shipping Timbor there.  We would recommend checking with customs on whether you would be able to ship to Canada or not.
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  • Asked by Iram from Mclean
    08/02/2017
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    Is Timbor available in gel form?
    A

    Timbor itself is not avaialble in gel but Jecta contains the same active ingredient and is a gel. 

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  • Asked by John from Highland
    09/05/2018
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    Can you mix a coloring agent with Tim-bor Professional?
    Am I correct that this is basically boric acid
    A

    It is fine and very common to add a spray indicator dye to Tim-bor or similar wood treatment products before spraying. This helps to keep track of what wood has been treated, and it does not interefere with the efficacy of the Tim-bor. Keep in mind that the spray indicator will not fade on the wood and will be visible permanently. Timbor is a borate solution. 

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  • Asked by Javier
    07/13/2019
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    Once the Tim-bor Professional solution is mixed with water, can it be stored?
    A

    Once mixed, Timbor should be used or discarded within 24 hours. 

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  • Asked by Glenn from Toronto, Ontario
    02/27/2018
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    Is the sanding dust, sawdust, and planing shavings from lumber treated with Tim-Bor harmful to my health?
    Are there any precautions that need to be taken or personal protection equipment required when working with lumber treated with Tim-Bor regarding sanding dust, sawdust, etc.?
    A

    If you are working with wood that has been treated with Timbor, you would use the same PPE that you would need for sanding and other woodworking. Ideally, you would treat lumber with Timbor or another borate wood treatment after final cutting has been done for best protection: Timbor is absorbed about 1/4 inch into the wood where it is applied.

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