Whatever you build with YellaWood® brand pressure-treated wood will last a long time. So, it makes good sense to build in a craftsman-like manner. Here are some helpful tips to make your job easier and look better.

1) Use corrosion-resistant fasteners
YellaWood®) preserved wood products are designed for long-term performance in outdoor applications and, therefore, require high quality, corrosion-resistant nails, screws and other fasteners. For fastener specifications and a list of recommended hardware click here.

2) When appearance permits, attach boards bark side up
As a general rule, attach boards bark side up (annual rings arc upward, like a rainbow) to reduce cupping; however, the best face should be placed up when a defect of the wood is apparent. Fasten thin boards to thicker boards to maintain structural integrity.

3) Use carbide tipped saw blade to cut preserved wood

4) Drill pilot holes
Drill pilot holes especially when nailing or screwing near the edge or end of a board. Pilot holes will help minimize splitting.

5) Deck board spacing
Should the wood be wet during construction, butt deck boards together. As drying occurs, some shrinkage can be expected. If the wood is dry, allowing for shrinkage is not necessary.

6) Use an endcoat preservative
Brush-on endcoat wood preservative is recommended on all saw cuts and into drill holes during construction of wood projects. Also apply on areas where moisture can collect. Always follow manufacturer's recommendations.

7) Apply a weather-resistant finish
Any exposed wood, pressure treated or not, should be protected from the weather. Application of a quality clear water repellent or semi-transparent stain which contains water repellent will help minimize the cycles of moisture take-up and loss the wood goes through outdoors. First, determine if your project has been pressure treated with a factory-applied water repellent by looking at the end tag. If not factory water repellent treated, thoroughly clean your project with a deck cleaning product. Clear water repellent can be immediately applied to your deck or other project. If you choose to use a semi-transparent stain which contains a water repellent, you need to first check that your project is dry. Either wait until the surface is dry or immediately apply clear water repellent and wait approximately eight weeks and then apply your chosen color of semi-transparent stain.

If your project contains a factory-applied water repellent, an oil-based stain can be applied in 30 to 60 days and water based stains can be applied after six months. Check that the wood is surface dry before applying stain. In all instances follow the manufacturer's directions when applying water repellents or semi-transparent stains which may contain water repellent.

Mold growth may occur on building products, including untreated or treated wood. To remove mold from a treated wood surface, mild soap and water is typically used.

The preservatives in YellaWood® products are frequently used in products that are common in our everyday lives. Copper, a naturally occurring mineral, is an effective and widely used fungicide, and quaternary compounds are commonly used in household disinfectants and cleaners. YellaWood® preservatives penetrate deeply into and will remain in the wood for a long period of time. However, some preservative may migrate from the preserved wood into surrounding soil over time and there may also be incidental contact with the skin during construction or use.

Handling and Use Recommendations

    IMPORTANT INFORMATION

    Warning-Certain metal products (including fasteners, hardware and flashing) may corrode when in direct contact with YellaWood® products. To prevent premature corrosion and failure, it is important to follow the recommendations of the manufacturers for all metal products.

    ● Use fasteners, hardware or any metal product as recommended by their manufacturer or reference Fastener Information Sheet.

    ● Use fasteners and other hardware which are in compliance with building codes for the intended use.

    ● Do not use preserved wood in direct contact with aluminum.

    ● Do not burn preserved wood.

    ● Wear a dust mask and goggles when cutting or sanding wood.

    ● Wear gloves when working with wood.

    ● Some preservative may migrate from the treated wood into soil/water or may dislodge from the treated wood surface upon contact with skin. Wash exposed skin areas thoroughly.

    ● All sawdust and construction debris should be cleaned up and disposed of after construction.

    ● Wash work clothes separately from other household clothing before reuse.

    ● Preserved wood should not be used where it may come into direct or indirect contact with drinking water, except for uses involving incidental contact such as fresh water docks and bridges.

    ● Do not use preserved wood under circumstances where the preservative may become a component of food, animal feed or beehives.

    ● Do not use preserved wood as mulch.

    ● Only preserved wood that is visibly clean and free of surface residue should be used.

    ● If the wood is to be used in an interior application and becomes wet during construction, it should be allowed to dry before being covered or enclosed.

    ● If you desire to apply a paint, stain, clear water repellant or other finish to your preservative treated wood, we recommend following the manufacturer's instructions and label of the finishing product.  Before you start, we recommend you apply the finishing product to a small exposed test area before finishing the entire project to insure it provides the intended result before proceeding.

    ● Projects should be designed and installed in accordance with federal, state and local building codes and ordinances governing the construction in your area, and in accordance with the National Design Specifications (NDS) and the Wood Handbook.

    ● Disposal Recommendations: Preserved wood may be disposed of in landfills or burned in commercial or industrial incinerators or boilers in accordance with federal, state and local regulations.



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