DESCRIPTION
This is a transparent preservative prepared from Borax
which can be used for interior or exterior applications.
It seeps quickly into the wood, protecting against fungi
and insects. It may be used to prime all types of wood
surfaces, even timber with a moisture content above
20% or wood in contact with the ground. After treatment,
wood becomes slightly brown in
colour.
Note: this product does not currently comply with the
Australian Standard 2057 " Soil Treatment for Buildings
UNDER CONSTRUCTION FOR PROTECTION AGAINST Subterranean
Termites " The following test reports have been
published CSIRO Australia 1958 - Susceptibility of Termites
to boric acid and New Zealand Forest Service - Toxicities
of some Waterborne wood preservatives to wood-destroying
fungi. It has been approved by the Institute of Building
Technology in Berlin as effective against fungi and
insects.
PREPARATION
Wood surfaces must be dry and cleaned of oily and
greasy contaminants using BIO Thinner. Previous coatings
must be removed.
USE
Building frameworks, ceilings, log cabins, bee-hives,
stalls, barns, windows, fence posts, garden furniture,
railings, sand boxes etc.
APPLICATION
Mix 150 grams Borax with one litre warm water (40C).
Brush, dip or spray evenly, working it well into the
grain. Large or pest infested pieces should be dipped
or sprayed. Visible surfaces should be painted with
a brush. The second coat can be applied after 24 hours
drying time. Exposed timber which is in contact with
the ground must be sealed off with a paint or
varnish, to prevent rain leaching out the salt. For
posts, beams and poles prepare a solution in a drum
or trench and soak the timber for 24 hours. For proper
protection use the following quantities:
- Timber thickness less than 40 mm = 300 ml solution
p.sqm
- Timber thickness more than 40 mm = 350 ml solution
p.sqm
For small holes from borers a 5% solution may be injected
into the holes using a syringe
PAINTING
Treated timber may be painted when completely dry.
Before painting wash off the surplus of Borax on the
surface, otherwise surface residue may inhibit paint
adhesion or discolour the paint.
INGREDIENTS
Borax concentrate - dissolves in up to 15% in water
CLEANING
Use water
COVERAGE
1 Litre covers 7-10 sqm., depending on the absorbency
of the timber.
PACKAGING
1 kg, 10 kgs and 25 kgs.
PRECAUTION
Keep away from children. All types of exposure are
considered to be practically non-harmful. The main effect
of exposure is irritation due to the mildly corrosive
nature of borate dusts and solutions.
FIRST AID
Skin: Contact with skin may result in mild irritation.
Wash contaminated skin with plenty of soap and water.
Eyes: Contamination may result in mild irritation.
Irrigate with copious quantities of water for 15 minutes.
Inhalation: Remove victim from exposure.
Ingestion: Thoroughly rinse mouth with water. Give
plenty of water to drink and induce vomiting. Seek medical
advice if effects persist.
STORAGE
Keep tightly sealed in a cool and dry place.
Product should be stored away from foodstuffs
at all times.
TRANSPORT
Not defined as a dangerous good by the Australian
Code for the Transport of Dangerous Goods by Road and
Rail. The product is a scheduled poison (S5) and must
therefore be stored, maintained and used in accordance
with the relevant State Poisons Act.
PAINT
DISPOSAL
Do not pour
leftover oil down the drain. Unwanted oil should be
brushed out on newspaper, allowed to dry and then
dispose of via domestic waste collection. Let empty
container dry out as well and dispose of via recycling
program
The
preceding information is given as a general guide only.
Some variations may occur or be advisable for particular
conditions. Our responsibility for claims arising from
breach of warranty, negligence or otherwise is limited
to the purchase price of the material.
BIO Wood Protecting Borax
is an environmentally friendly product.
1/8/2007
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