Diggers Eco In-Ground Timber Protecta is a non hazardous ‘creosote alternative’ that provides a tough bitumen coating to improve protection against moisture and deterioration on timber and masonry surfaces.
Typical Uses:
- Increases the life of building materials in outdoor, below ground applications by sealing toxins in and keeping moisture out.
- Typically used on:
- Fences, veranda posts and sleepers.
- Garden stakes, logs and poles.
- Retaining walls.
Features:
- Easy to apply with brush, spray, roller or by dipping.
- Contains ingredients that help inhibit mould, rot and other corroding effects on timber and masonry surfaces.
- Contains no hazardous ingredients (as defined by the Australian Safety and Compensation Council).
- Safer alternative to common timber treatments.
- Flexible UV coating which expands and contracts with the timber.
Application:
- Thoroughly shake and stir before and during application.
- Clean any dirt or dust from timber and apply with a brush, roller, spray or by dipping. If brush clogs during use, soak in Diggers Kerosene.
- Apply two coats and allow one hour between coats. Typical application rates are 8-10m² per litre per coat.
- Posts should have the coating extended at least 10cm above ground level.
- Clean equipment or spills with water while still wet. Dried spills can be removed with Diggers Mineral Turpentine.
- To paint over Diggers Eco In-Ground Timber Protecta, allow to dry completely and use a water based acrylic paint.
Safety:
Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye / face protection when using this product.
