* BitPost - OVERVIEW

BitPost™ Product Description and General Information

BitPost™ is a New Zealand-manufactured bituminous emulsion and polymer product, developed as an alternative to creosote and carbolineum.

With its rot-resistant and disinfecting properties, BitPost™ is ideally suited to the preservation and staining of wooden structures, including post-and-rail fences, retaining walls and structural timber framing. It is also suitable for treating in-ground posts.

Application and Coverage

Timber typically requires only one coat, although spray application may require a second coat to achieve an even, black finish. One litre covers approximately 3 to 4 square metres. On a post-and-three-rail fence, one litre covers approximately 2 to 3 linear metres when both sides are coated. Spray application generally consumes slightly more product, depending on the equipment used.

• BitPost™ Brush On is intended primarily for surface application by brush, dipping or airless spray equipment.
• BitPost™ Spray Grade is intended primarily for surface application by knapsack garden sprayer or other spray equipment.

Durability

A recoat is required after 3 to 5 years. Thereafter, the coating will last a further 8 to 10 years before reapplication is needed.

Colour

Black to very dark brown.

Key Features

• An alternative to creosote and carbolineum, which have been restricted or banned in some countries due to stricter environmental regulations
• Reduces distortion, movement and splitting of timber caused by weather exposure
• Non-corrosive to metals
• Suitable for use on other timber structures
• Suitable for in-ground posts
• Penetrates timber rapidly
• For best results, apply to dry timber

Ideal Applications

• Horse fencing: Horses will not nibble on coated fencing.
• Chicken coops: Reduces the risk of red mite infestation.
• Vegetable gardens: Suitable for use on raised garden boxes and stakes.