tboltmike
Petty Officer 1st Class
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- Aug 17, 2006
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I have read thru several threads on the bunk and roller debate and only saw a few mentions on bunk board rot. These discussions have gotten me to consider changing to bunks. Rot on the 3rd Coast is a major issue. So when I change, I want to take the best precautions to perserve the boards.
I am curious if you use any perservatives on your boards.
Around the house and fences, I have used Jasco copper napthinate. It is very thin and soaks into the wood. It is water based but won't wash off once set. I have used it on both plain and treated lumber. Anything that eats i is suppose to die.
Saw an article on using ethylene glycol, antifreeze to treat the wood. It is a biocide against rot, mildew and termites. The surface is saturated and allowed to soak in and will dry. As many coats as you wish can be applied. Once in and set, it is suppose to be good for a long time. I haven't tried this method but was recommended for treating transom wood and stringers before glassing in.
Thanks Mike
I am curious if you use any perservatives on your boards.
Around the house and fences, I have used Jasco copper napthinate. It is very thin and soaks into the wood. It is water based but won't wash off once set. I have used it on both plain and treated lumber. Anything that eats i is suppose to die.
Saw an article on using ethylene glycol, antifreeze to treat the wood. It is a biocide against rot, mildew and termites. The surface is saturated and allowed to soak in and will dry. As many coats as you wish can be applied. Once in and set, it is suppose to be good for a long time. I haven't tried this method but was recommended for treating transom wood and stringers before glassing in.
Thanks Mike