We recommend wearing gloves when handling, mixing and applying Turf Mark Blue. We cannot guarantee that the product will not stain hands. We recommend that you wear a mask when treating with any product especially in unventilated areas.
Turf Mark Blue will stain concrete. Per the product label: For small amounts, pick up with suitable absorbent material (sand, sawdust, general purpose binder, etc.) For large amounts, dike spillage, pump off product. Dispose of absorbed materials in accordance with regulations. Clean contaminated floors and obljects, throughly with water and deterrgents, observing environmental regulations.
Yes, Turf Mark Blue can be used inconjuction with Boracare in a crawlspace. It is labeled for use in homes to mark where termite spray such as Bora Care have been applied. It can be used on wood studs, foundational wood or concrete. Keep in mind that a dye like Turf Mark used with Boracare will be a permanent stain.
In theory, Turf Mark Blue Spray Indicator Dye would have an indefinite shelf life since it does not contain any active ingredients. However, you shouldn't store it in any location where it is exposed to the sun as the UV rays would impact it in the jug the same way they do on the lawn to help break down the color. It's also possible the saturation could diminish over time and you may need to use more the longer you have it to achieve the same level of color when spraying.
Turf Mark Blue Spray Indicator Dye can be used with any pre or post emergent.
Turf Mark Blue can be applied to many herbicides but we cannot say for certain regarding homemade solutions that have yet to be tested.
While we do not see any reason as to why Turf Mark Blue could not be combined with herbicides and diesel fuel, the product label does not indicate if this permitted. We recommend contacting Becker & Underwood directly at 800-232-5907 for clarification.
Turf Mark Blue Spray Indicator Dye may leave a permanent stain on certain surfaces such as concrete, plastic, vinyl, carpet and other surfaces. If accidental overspray occurs, wash the surface immediately with soap and water to reduce any potential staining. The product label does not specifically mention fabric or leather surfaces therefore we would recommend reaching out to the manufacturer to see if they may have a faster remedy.
BASF can be reached at 800-232-5907.
In theory, Turf Mark Blue Spray Indicator Dye would have an indefinite shelf life since it does not contain any active ingredients. However, you wouldn't store it in any location where it is exposed to the sun as the UV rays would impact it in the jug the same way they do on the lawn to help break down the color. It's also possible the saturation could diminish over time and you may need to use more the longer you have it to achieve the same level of color when spraying.
Turf Mark Blue Spray Indicator Dye is only a marking dye to help with even and thorough coverage while spraying the lawn. This will not harm or interfere with new seeding, overseeding or turfgrass when tank mixed with herbicides such as Tenacity.
Yes, wood can be painted after an application of Turf Mark Blue Spray Indicator Dye and Bora-Care. Keep in mind that the Turf Mark is a permanent dye, though, so it may be difficult to cover if a lot has been used. We would recommend using Turf Mark Blue at the lowest rate of 0.5 fl oz if you will will be painting with a light color such as white.
No, Turf Mark Blue Spray Indicator Dye would not reduce the efficacy of any glyphosate chemical, or any other chemical it is mixed with, as it is just a food grade temporary dye for seeing where you have sprayed.
Turf Mark Blue Spray Indicator Dye is not really labeled to be used in a pasture but per the manufacturer, it should be safe. Although it's not a normal use area for the product, for it to be completely safe, they suggest keeping the livestock off the treated areas with Turf Mark Blue for at least 48 hours.
Brick is quite porous and it can take a long time for Turf Mark Blue to wear off of brick that is sprayed with the product.
Turf Mark Blue Spray Indicator Dye treated wood can be painted over once the surface is dried. However, the Turf Mark Blue will leave a permanent stain on that wood, so your paint may not be able to cover it up. We recommend that you do not use any indicator dye on wood that will be exposed or finished with a paint or stain.
Without know exactly what they are spraying, we cannot accuratly answer. If you can find our exactly what they are using, we can better assist you. Turf Mark Blue Spray Indicator Dye is not harmful on its own.
Yes, Turf Mark Blue Spray Indicator Dye is labeled to be used applied with herbicides and safe to do so as directed on the label.
Turf Mark Blue can be mixed with Bora-Care with Mold-Care at the rate of 0.02 – 0.04 fl oz per gallon, which would be a total of 0.12 – 0.24 oz in the 6 gallons the mix of Boracare with MoldCare (5:1 ratio) makes for wood treatment.
