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Pa from St. Pete, Fl writes

What is the best thing to coat my wood structure to protect forever against termite infestation? Will rain wash it away? Do I need to paint over it?

What is the best thing to coat my wood structure to protect forever against termite infestation? Will rain wash it away? Do I need to paint over it? pa

Answer:

Boracare is an excellent option for use on raw wood for termites and other wood boring insects. The mixing ratio for prevention is 5:1, meaning you will use 5 gallons of hot water with 1 gallon of Boracare. This can either be sprayed on or painted on. If you are using a sprayer, be sure to use another container to mix the product first and then put it inside of your sprayer. It is recommended that you use a sealant or paint on the wood after the product has dried completely. It will last for the life of the wood and seal the product inside so that irrigation from outdoors will not wash the product out of the wood. 

Answer last updated on: 10/30/2016

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