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Shell-Guard
Glycol/Borate Wood Preservative Concentrate
Shell-Guard provides the ultimate protection against insects and wood rot for your log home. This new generation of preservative combines the well-known effectiveness of borates with a glycol system that increases the penetration into the wood. The glycols used are the same type as those found in many food and skin care products.
• Contains no ethylene glycol
• EPA-registered
• Will not color the wood |
Shell-Guard Specifications
Shelf Life |
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Application Temperature |
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Application Methods |
- Low-Pressure Sprayer
- Brush
- Drill and inject
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Surface Preparation |
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Frequency |
- Permanent in wood that is kept sealed
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Drying Time |
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Special Instructions |
- One coat application inside and outside
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Rinse off residue before finishing
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| Coverage Rate per Gallon |
One Coat |
Approx. 215 sq.ft. per gallon. See Label for detailed instructions. |
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Shell-Guard Application Instructions
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For the protection and preventative treatment of wood against termites,
carpenter ants, wood destroying beetles and wood decay fungi, and for remedial
control of such pests in infested wood or wood foam composites.
Application Tips
• Use on above ground wood surfaces including logs, timbers, dimensional lumber,
decks, siding, wood-foam composites, etc.
• For REMEDIAL TREATMENT of wood destroying organisms.
• For PREVENTATIVE TREATMENT of wood in existing structures.
• For PRE-TREATMENT of wood during construction.
• Non-staining, no unpleasant odor.
• Simply mix with equal part warm water for application.
GENERAL INFORMATION
SHELL-GUARD is a water-soluble inorganic borate salt containing
compound with insecticidal, termiticidal and fungicidal properties.
DIRECTIONS FOR USE
It is a violation of federal law to use this product in a manner
inconsistent with its labeling.
SURFACE PREPARATION
Wood must be clean and bare: free of dirt, wax, and surface finishes.
Remove all previous coatings or sealants. Remove mold or mildew prior to
applying SHELL-GUARD. Do not apply to frozen wood. Surface temperature must be
between 40°F and 90°F.
PREPARATION OF TREATMENT SOLUTION
An aqueous solution is used for treatment. To prepare solution stir an
equal amount by volume of SHELL-GUARD into warm clean water. Stir or agitate
while adding until SHELL-GUARD is completely dissolved in the water. Use the
mixture within 24 hours as settling of concentrate may occur. Mix in separate
container; do not mix in spray applicator.
REMEDIAL AND PREVENTIVE TREATMENT
For remedial and preventive control of organisms attacking wood, apply
the diluted solution of SHELL-GUARD by brush, spray or dipping until surface is
thoroughly wet (1 gal. per 108 sq. ft.). Thoroughly soak cut ends. Application
may also be made by drilling and then injecting the solution under pressure into
sound wood or until run-off is observed from entry/exit holes of infested wood.
Treatment methods as described yield an approximate retention level of .24 lbs.
per cubic ft. boric acid equivalent (BAE) in the outer ¾" of the wood. To
minimize borate leaching, apply a water resistant sealer AFTER THE SURFACE IS
DRY TO THE TOUCH - in low temperature and high humidity locations this may take
1-4 weeks.
CLEAN UP
Clean up tools and equipment with water. Rinse well and allow to dry.
EPA Reg. No. 59905-6
© Perma-Chink Systems, Inc. 04/2007
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