WOODguard®	Capture (Sashco)
EPA Registered Wood Preservative	Not a Wood Preservative
Contains Copper 8 quinolinolate	Contains no active ingredients against decay
Controls termites and anabiid beetles	No insecticidal properties
Inhibits mold and fungal organisms	No Fungicidal Properties - Surface Mildew Only
One coat coverage	3-Step Process: Wood Preservative or Borate, Capture, followed by Cascade Top Coat
No lap or brush marks EVER	Apply in the Shade to limit lap and brush marks - work quickly
VOC Compliant in all 50 states	VOC compliant
Non-film forming	Latex type film former - keep a wet edge
Cannot crack or peel	Subject to Cracking and/Or Peeling
Freeze / Thaw stable	DO NOT FREEZE
Detergent and water clean-up	Soap & Water Clean-Up
Signal Word: Caution	Signal Word: Warning
Shelf Life: Many Years.	Shelf Life:  One Year at 40 - 80 F
Surface prep: power wash	Surface Prep: Sanding Recommended

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WOODguard®	CWF-UV
EPA Registered Wood Preservative	Not a Registered Preservative
Controls Termites and anabiid beetles	No insecticidal properties
Inhibits mold, decay and fungus	No fungicidal properties
Incidental food contact approvals	Not approved for food contact
One coat coverage	Requires 2 wet-on-wet coats
Long term water repellency	negligible water repellency
Non-film forming: will never crack or peel	Film-forming - subject to sloughing off
Detergent and water clean-up	Soap and water clean-up
Lubricants control cracking and splitting	Lubricants dissipate rapidly
Oil base solution	Oil emulsion with mildewcide  for surface mildew control
Apply to new wood	Wood should weather for one year before application
Signal Word: Caution	Signal Word: DANGER - COMBUSTIBLE

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WOODguard®	Defy Saver Systems
EPA Registered Wood Preservative	Not a Wood Preservative
Contains Copper 8 quinolinolate	Contains no active ingredients against decay
Controls termites and anabiid beetles	No insecticidal properties
Inhibits mold and fungal organisms	No fungicidal properties - Mildewcide for surface only
One coat coverage	2 wet on wet coats required
Non-film forming	Film former. Note:  dried product cannot be removed from concrete or masonry
Contains non nutritive oils	Contains a blend of natural and synthetic resins
Trans oxide pigments	Type of pigments is unspecified.
Exterior Only	Exterior, vertical and horizontal surfaces
Freeze / Thaw stable: indefinite shelf life	Shelf Life: 18 - 24 months.
Signal Word: Caution	Signal Word: Caution

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WOODguard vs Men-Wood

WOODguard®	Men-Wood
A Registered Wood Preservative	NOT a wood Preservative
Pigment content: 3% or more	Pigment content: 3%
(non-nutritive) petroleum oil based 100% non drying, non evaporative	(nutritive) Linseed Oil based product 23.9% evaporatives
VOC compliant in all 50 states	VOC compliant
.675% Copper 8 quinolinolate (3 times the copper needed to kill a termite)	Contains no termiticide or moldicide for wood preservation
Copper 8: Proven decay control Stops Rot!	Contains no mildewcide or fungicide for anything but film surface protection
Totally non-film forming	Film Forming: label claims 75% of this product is "solid" - cannot penetrate the surface
Signal Word: Caution	DANGER COMBUSTIBLE
Freeze Thaw Stable	Issue not addressed
Sanding Never Recommended	See directions: Sanding may be required
Clean Up: Detergent and Water	Clean Up: Solvent
One Coat Coverage	Two Coats Required

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WOODguard vs Organiclear

WOODguard®	Organiclear
Wood Preservative	Not a Wood Preservative
Controls termites and anabiid beetles	No insecticidal properties
Inhibits mold and fungal organisms	No fungicidal properties - has  Mildewcide for film protection
One coat coverage	Recommends 2 drenching coats
Detergent and water clean-up	Mineral Spirits Clean
Exterior only	Interior, exterior, vertical, horizontal
Trans oxide pigments	Pigment system not specified
Signal Word: Caution	Signal Word: Warning

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WOODguard vs Perma Chink Life Line Exterior

WOODguard®	Perma Chink Life Line Exterior
EPA Registered Wood Preservative	Not a Wood Preservative
Contains Copper 8 quinolinolate	Contains no active ingredients against decay
Controls termites and anabiid beetles	No insecticidal properties
Inhibits mold and fungal organisms	Has mold Inhibitors
One coat coverage	4-Coat Process: Borate, Two Coats Color and One Coat Color
No lap or brush marks EVER	Heavy Lap and Brush Marks
VOC Compliant in all 50 states	VOC compliant
Non-film forming	Latex Type Film Former
Cannot crack or peel	Subject to Cracking and Peeling
Freeze / Thaw stable	Do Not Freeze
Detergent and water clean-up	Soap & Water Clean-Up
Surface prep: power wash	Surface prep:  Sanding
Shelf Life: Many Years	Shelf Life:  One Year
Signal Word: Caution

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WOODguard vs Perma Chink Life Line Ultra-1

WOODguard®	Perma Chink Life Line Ultra-1
EPA Registered Wood Preservative	Not a Wood Preservative
Contains Copper 8 quinolinolate	Contains no active ingredients against decay
Controls termites and anabiid beetles	No insecticidal properties
Inhibits mold and fungal organisms	Mildew Inhibitors
One coat coverage	One Coat but may put Clear Over it
No lap or brush marks EVER	Maintain Wet Edge to Prevent Lap Marks
VOC Compliant in all 50 states	VOC compliant
Non-film forming	Film Former
Cannot crack or peel	Subject to Cracking and Peeling
Freeze / Thaw stable	Do Not Freeze
Detergent and water clean-up	Soap & Water Clean-Up
Shelf Life: Many Years.	Shelf Life:  One Year
Surface prep: power wash
Signal Word: Caution

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WOODguard vs Samsin Enviro-Stain

WOODguard®	Samsin Enviro-Stain
EPA Registered Wood Preservative	Not a Wood Preservative
Contains Copper 8 quinolinolate	Contains no active ingredients against decay
Controls termites and anabiid beetles	No insecticidal properties
Inhibits mold and fungal organisms	No fungicidal properties - Mildewcide for surface only
One coat coverage	3 step process: 2 pigmented coats, one clear
No lap or brush marks EVER	Apply in the shade to limit lap and brush marks - work quickly
VOC Compliant in all 50 states	VOC compliant
Non-film forming	Contains unspecified "natural oils"
Cannot crack or peel	subject to cracking and/or peeling
Freeze / Thaw stable	DO NOT FREEZE
Detergent and water clean-up	Soap and water clean up when wet.
Signal Word: Caution	Signal Word: ? (None Shown)
Shelf Life: Many Years.	Shelf Life:  Does not specify
Surface prep: power wash	Surface prep:  Sanding recommended followed by pressure wash

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WOODguard vs Sikkens

WOODguard®	Sikkens
EPA Registered Wood Preservative	Not a Wood Preservative
Contains Copper 8 quinolinolate	Contains no active ingredients to prevent wood decay
Controls insects, decay fungi, rot	No Pesticidal activity
One coat coverage	3 coat system
non-film forming	film former-subject to peeling
Power wash for surface prep	Surface Prep: sanding required
detergent and water clean-up	solvent clean-up
Lubricates wood to control splitting and cracking	Solvents evaporate leaving surface film
Signal Word: Caution	Signal Word: Cetol 1: DANGER Cetol 23 Plus: WARNING:COMBUSTIBLE

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WOODguard vs SuperDeck

WOODguard®	SuperDeck
EPA Registered Wood Preservative	Not a Registered Preservative
Contains Copper 8 quinolinolate	Contains no active ingredients against decay
Controls Termites and anabiid beetles	No insecticidal properties
Inhibits mold, decay and fungus	No fungicidal properties - mildewcide for film only
One coat coverage	Two coats recommended on rough surfaces
Apply to new mill glaze free wood	Non kiln dried wood must season before treatment
Non-film forming:	High solids film former
Contains non nutritive oils	Contains linseed and tung oils
Exterior only	Interior, exterior, vertical, horizontal
Trans oxide pigments	Trans oxide pigments
Signal Word: Caution	Signal Word: DANGER - COMBUSTIBLE

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WOODguard vs Thompson's Wood Protector

WOODguard®	Thompson's Wood Protector
EPA Registered Wood Preservative	It is a Wood Preservative
Contains Copper 8 quinolinolate	"Polyphase" TM: active
UV stable active	Photo-reactive active
Controls termites and anabiid beetles	No insecticidal properties
Inhibits mold, mildew, decay fungi	Inhibits mold, mildew, decay
One coat coverage	One coat coverage
Non-film forming, never peels	Film former
Lubricates wood to control splitting and cracking	WATERPROOFS-per label
EPA Hazard class:  Caution	EPA Hazard class: Caution
Suitable for incidental food contact	No food clearances
Detergent and water clean-up	Detergent and water

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WOODguard vs Transformation Stain (Sashco)

WOODguard®	Transformation Stain (Sashco)
VOC less than 100 Grams/L	VOC greater than 400 Grams/L
Meets VOC guidelines set by the Ozone Transport Commission (OTC)	Does not meet VOC guidelines for stains set by the Ozone Transport Commission (OTC) of 250 Grams/L
Requires one application to refusal	Requires three coats with light colors, two coats with darker stains
Corn cob media blasting is NOT recommended	Corn cob media blasting is recommended.
One step pressure wash to clean logs	Multiple steps in cleaning logs
Registered US EPA wood preservative EPA No. 1022-514-71581	Not registered as a US EPA wood preservative
Doesn't need statement	Has the following NOTICE: "Reports have indicated that repeated and prolonged occupational overexposure to solvents can lead to permanent brain and nervous system damage. Intentional misuse by deliberately concentrating and inhaling the vapors from this product may be harmful or fatal"
WOODguard is a registered approved pesticide in the state of California, Registration #1022-514-AA-71581 and doesn't require this statement	Has the following WARNING: "This product contains a chemical reported by the state of California to cause cancer"
WOODguard does not require this language	Has the following DANGER statement: "Rags, drop clothes, steel wool or other objects laden with Transformation Stain or solvents may spontaneously catch fire. It is best to place such items in a water filled metal container."

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WOODguard vs TWP

WOODguard®	TWP
EPA Registered Wood Preservative	Not Registered as a preservative
Contains copper 8 quinolinolate	No Active Ingredients
Controls mold growth in the substrate	Contains surface mildew
Toxic to termites and anabiid beetles	No insecticidal properties
Clear, pre-tinted or tintable	Pre-tints
Specially for siding applications	Designed for roofs and decks
May be applied to new construction (free of millglaze)	new wood: allow to go through 2 rains or tap water wettings first.
May be applied to damp wood; however performance will be reduced.  Best if applied to dry surface.	Apply to dry surface
non film forming	film forming per their literature
Excellent water repellant	Prevents water absorption
Active ingredient has FDA and USDA incidental food contact clearances	No food clearances
Detergent and water clean-up	Mineral Spirits clean-up, paint stripper when dry
Signal Word: CAUTION	Signal Word: Danger

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WOODguard vs TWP 100 Series

WOODguard®	TWP 100 Series
EPA Registered Wood Preservative	Registered as a preservative
Contains Copper 8 quinolinolate	Contains Polyphase
Controls mold growth in the substrate	Mildew and fungus control.
Toxic to termites and anabiid beetles.	No insecticidal properties
Clear, pre-tinted or tintable	Pre-tints
Specifically for siding applications	Recommended for siding
May be applied to new construction.  (free of millglaze)	New rough wood: allow to go through 4 soaking cycles - dry 48 hours before treating with TWP
May be applied to damp wood; but performance will be reduced.  Best if applied to dry surface.	Apply to dry surface.
Non-film forming	Film forming per their literature.
Excellent water repellant	Prevents water absorption
Active ingredient has FDA and USDA incidental food contact clearances.	No food clearances.
Detergent and water clean-up.	Mineral spirits Clean-up
Signal Word: Caution	Signal Word: Danger Combustible liquids and vapors

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WOODguard vs TWP 200 Series

WOODguard®	TWP 200 Series
EPA Registered Wood Preservative	Not Registered as a preservative
Contains copper 8 quinolinolate	No Active Ingredients
Controls mold growth in the substrate	Contains surface mildewcides only
Toxic to termites and anabiid beetles	No insecticidal properties
Clear, pre-tinted or tintable	Pre-tints
Specifically for siding applications	Designed for roofs and decks
May be applied to new construction (free of millglaze)	new wood: allow to go through 2 rains or tap water wettings first.
May be applied to damp wood; however performance will be reduced.  Best if applied to dry surface.	Apply to dry surface
non film forming	film forming per their literature
Excellent water repellant	Prevents water absorption
Active ingredient has FDA and USDA incidental food contact clearances	No food clearances
Detergent and water clean-up	Mineral Spirits clean-up, paint stripper when dry
Signal Word: CAUTION	Signal Word: Danger

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WOODguard vs UVGuard - Weatherall Co.

WOODguard®	UVGuard - Weatherall Co.
EPA Registered Wood Preservative	Not a Wood Preservative
Contains Copper 8 quinolinolate	Contains no active ingredients against decay
Controls termites and anabiid beetles	No insecticidal properties
Inhibits mold and fungal organisms	No fungicidal properties and has no mention of surface mildewcides for film protection.
One coat coverage	3 coat system - 2 wet on wet coats followed by a clear top coat of UVGuard Clear
No lap or brush marks EVER	work quickly to prevent runs, sags, lap marks.  Do not apply in direct sun light.
Non-film forming	Acrylic film former.
Freeze / Thaw stable	DO NOT FREEZE
Best delivery method: pump up spray with back brush.	Mfg. Recommends Brush application for best results
CAUTION	CAUTION
Detergent and water cleanup	Detergent and water if wet.  Lacquer Thinner if dried.
Exterior	Interior or exterior

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WOODguard vs Wood Iron

WOODguard®	Wood Iron
EPA Registered Wood Preservative	Not a Wood Preservative
Contains Copper 8 quinolinolate	Contains no active ingredients against decay
Controls termites and anabiid beetles	No insecticidal properties
Inhibits mold and fungal organisms	No fungicidal properties - Mildewcide for surface only
One coat coverage	On new wood, one coat and then one more in 6-12 months on new wood.  Two coats on 1 year old wood
Non-film forming	High solids film former
Contains non nutritive oils	Contains linseed and tung oils
Trans oxide pigments	Trans oxide pigments
Freeze / Thaw stable	DO NOT FREEZE
Detergent and water clean-up	Solvent clean-up
Signal Word: Caution	Signal Word: DANGER combustible Fire Danger in storage: contains mineral spirits

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WOODguard vs Wood RX

WOODguard®	Wood RX
EPA Registered Wood Preservative	Not a Wood Preservative
Stops Rot. Prevents insect and decay infestation inside the wood.	No Pesticidal protection beyond a mildewcide to protect the film build-up.
Surface prep: clean with detergent and water or light pressure wash	Surface prep: Must sand all surfaces, the power wash
Rolling or brush below 50 degrees OK	Never apply below 50 degrees
Apply one coat to refusal - especially effective on old weathered wood	Heavily weathered surfaces require surface conditioner 24 hours prior
One coat coverage: apply to refusal	Two coats recommended plus conditioner
Detergent and water clean-up	Soap and water clean up
Non-film forming: can't crack or peel	Incorrect application can cause lap marks, cracking or peeling
Penetrating oil based formula	acrylic water based product

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WOODguard vs Woodscapes (SW)

WOODguard®	Woodscapes (SW)
EPA Registered Wood Preservative	Not a Wood Preservative
Contains Copper 8 quinolinolate	Contains no active ingredients against decay
Controls Termites and anabiid beetles	No insecticidal properties
Inhibits mold and fungal organisms	No fungicidal properties - Mildewcide for film only
One coat coverage	2 coats recommended on rough surfaces
Recommended for log homes	Log homes not mentioned under recommended uses
Non-film forming	film former subject to peeling
Contains non nutritive oils	Water based polyurethane
Freeze / Thaw stable	Keep from Freezing
Factory pre-tints trans oxide pigments or machine colorants in the clear	Clear tint base: machine color only
Signal Word: Caution	Signal Word: Caution

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WOODguard vs X-100 Natural Seal (ABR)

WOODguard®	X-100 Natural Seal (ABR)
EPA Registered Wood Preservative	EPA Registered Wood Preservative
Contains Copper 8 quinolinolate	Contains MBT and TCMTB
Controls Termites and anabiid beetles	No insecticidal properties
Inhibits mold, fungal organisms, rot and decay	Inhibits mold, mildew, rot and decay
Initial Application: One coat coverage	3 Coat System: X-100 pre-finish followed by 2 coats of Natural Seal
Caution: Signal Word	DANGER! Combustible
Non-film forming	keep a wet edge to avoid lap marks
VOC less than 350	VOC less than 550
Clean Up: detergent and water	Clean Up: Mineral Spirits first followed by soap and water.
Trans oxide pigments	Trans Oxide Pigments

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WOODguard vs High Sierra (Sashco)

WOODguard®	High Sierra (Sashco)
EPA Registered Wood Preservative	Not a Wood Preservative
Contains Copper 8 quinolinolate	Contains no active ingredients against decay
Controls termites and anabiid beetles	No insecticidal properties
Inhibits mold and fungal organisms	No fungicidal properties - Does not even claim to have Surface Mildewcide
One coat coverage	3-step process: Wood preservative or Borate, Followed by 2 Coats of High Sierra
No lap or brush marks EVER	Apply in the shade to limit lap and brush marks - work quickly
VOC Compliant in all 50 states	VOC compliant
Non-film forming	Alkyd/Acrylic film former
Cannot crack or peel	Subject to cracking and/or peeling
Freeze / Thaw stable	Store at room temperature
Detergent and water clean-up	Soap and water clean up when wet. - Mineral spirits when dry
Signal Word: Caution