ACQ Preserve® Plus® (Decay, Termite & Water Resistance)
Sunbelt's Preserve® Plus® treated wood is protected against decay and termites with ACQ, a new generation Copper plus Quat preservative system combined with built-in water repellent protection.
Preserve® Plus® is suited for outdoor building projects in residential, commercial and industrial applications where appearance is important and protection from the effects of weathering is a priority.
It has water repellent plus ACQ preservative protection that is pressure treated deep to the heart of the wood, unlike brush-on applications that only protect the surface of the wood. Preserve® Plus® provides long lasting protection against the effects of weathering. Product Features
- Built-in long lasting water repellent plus ACQ preservative protection
- Does not contain arsenic or chromium
- Long-term protection against decay and termite attack
- Improved weathering characteristics
- Improved fastener performance
- Easy to work with and easily painted and stained with oil-borne systems
- Features a lifetime limited warranty
- Produced under third party independent inspection
Painting and Staining or Natural Weathering
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Preserve® Plus® can be painted or stained to match any outdoor color scheme. High quality oil-based paints and stains are recommended. Water repellent coatings can be applied to improve the long-term surface appearance of Preserve® Plus®. Left uncoated or with clear water repellent coatings, Preserve® Plus® will initially weather to a natural brown color, eventually turning gray following long-term exposure to the sun.
It is important to ensure that the wood is dry and free from surface deposits prior to applying any coating.
Nails, Fasteners and Fittings
Hot-dipped galvanized or stainless steel fasteners and fittings are recommended. Anti-corrosion coatings applied to fasteners and fittings in contact with treated wood will enhance long-term performance. Direct contact of Preserve® treated wood with aluminum fasteners and fittings is not recommended.
Click here for the Preserve® Fastener Information Sheet.