Shell Guard is a revolutionary preservative that offers top-notch protection against wood rot and insects for your log home. This innovative formula combines the proven effectiveness of borates with a glycol system that increases penetration into the wood, enhancing the borate's action. What makes Shell Guard stand out is that it is both colorless and odorless, and the glycols used are the same type found in many skin care and food products.

To apply Shell Guard, simply mix the concentrate with an equal amount of water and brush or spray it onto bare wood. Once in the wood, it will eliminate wood-boring beetles, termites, and fungi responsible for decay and rot. Shell Guard renders wood toxic to wood-destroying pests!

The best part about Shell Guard is that a single application can last the lifetime of your home, as long as exterior surfaces are maintained with a high-quality, water-resistant stain such as Lifeline.

Recommended Application Methods

Brush
Low pressure sprayer

Surface Preparation

Ensure surface is bare wood
Surface must be clean and dry
Do not use steel wool or wire brush, Osborn brush recommended
Mildew and mold free

Application Temperature

40° to 90°F

Special Instructions

Rinse surface before finishing
One coat application
Wash lightly with Log Wash 2 weeks after application

Dry Time

1 - 4 weeks depending on weather conditions

Coverage Rate

Approximately 215 square feet per gallon of concentrate