Sikagard® Woodworm Killer

Deep-Penetrating Treatment for Wood-Boring Insects

Sikagard® Woodworm Killer is a ready-to-use, low-solvent, low-odour solution designed to eradicate all life stages of wood-boring insects, including woodworm. Utilizing micro-fine active technology with added insecticide, it penetrates deep into timber to actively kill and protect against re-infestation. Suitable for interior use, it can be overpainted, stained, varnished, or polished once dry.

Key Features & Benefits

• Effective Eradication: Kills all types of wood-boring insects and their larvae.
• Deep Penetration: Micro-fine technology ensures thorough treatment for long-lasting protection.
• Low Odour & Non-Flammable: Safe and pleasant to use indoors.
• Fast Drying: Dries in approximately 1 hour, depending on temperature.
• Overcoatable: Once dry, surfaces can be painted, stained, varnished, or polished.

Ideal For

• Interior use on furniture, window and door frames, floorboards, joists, rafters, and roof timbers.
• Treating existing infestations and preventing re-infestation.
• Application to untreated or previously infested wood.

Product Details

• Colour: Clear liquid.
• Packaging: 5-litre tin.
• Application Methods: Brush, spray, or dipping.
• Coverage: Apply 2 coats at a rate of 1 litre per 3–4 m² of surface.
• Drying Time: Approximately 1 hour, depending on temperature.
• Shelf Life: Use within 2 years of manufacture.
• Storage Conditions: Store at moderate temperatures (5°C - 30°C) in original containers away from children.

Application Instructions

1. Surface Preparation: Ensure timber is clean and free from paint or other surface coatings. Remove any badly infected or structurally unsound timber and replace with sound timber prior to application.
2. Application: Shake well before use. Apply by brush, spray, or dipping. Apply a minimum of two coats if brushing or spraying. The second coat should be applied after the first coat has soaked in but before it is dry.
3. End Grain Treatment: Pay particular attention to thoroughly soaking the end grain. Where possible, dip or flood the end grains of the timber for maximum protection.
4. Drying Time: Allow approximately 1 hour for drying, depending on temperature.

Limitations

• For interior use only; not suitable for external applications.
• Do not use in food preparation areas.
• Ensure adequate ventilation during application and drying.
• Ready to use – do not dilute.

Cleaning of Tools

Remove as much product as possible from brush or spray equipment and then clean with soapy water.