Borate Rods
Cobra™ Rods are a way to spot treat decay prone areas such as log ends that are already coated with a finish.
Once inserted into damp or wet wood the borate / copper complex in Cobra Rods dissolves spreading the active ingredients into areas surrounding the rod. This eliminates active decay fungi and helps prevent rot for 8 to 10 years.
Cobra Rods are 7/16" in diameter and are two inches in length. A 1/2" diameter drill bit is used for installation. The installation holes may be plugged with the accompanying plastic plugs or Energy Seal.
A typical six to eight inch round log end will require two 2” long Cobra Rods inserted within 4 inches of the butt end.
Cobra™ Rods are a trademark of Genics Inc., Spruce Grove, Alberta Canada
Features
Use a ½” drill bit to drill hole.
Drill hole to a depth of at least 3 ¾”.
Clean out the hole and insert the Cobra Rod.
Insert the plastic plug into the hole.
Using a screw driver twist the plug clockwise.
Make sure the top of the plug sets about ¼” below the surface of the wood.
Fill the hole with appropriately colored Energy Seal.
Smooth with tool or finger. After a few hours the Energy Seal may be stained to match the surrounding area.
