Pantherace and Suntrellis products have been pressure treated with an Agriculture Canada registered preservative to protect them from termite attach and decay. Pantherace and Suntrellis products have basically the same physical characteristics as ordinary lumber. The chemicals penetrate deeply into and remain in the treated wood. However, the following recommendations should be adhered to when using and handling treated or untreated wood. 1. Pantherace and Suntrellis products are suitable for exterior, weather exposed applications where resistance to termites and decay is desired. They are also suitable for interior applications such as beams, framing, flooring, trusses, foundations and sills where there is a threat of termites and decay damage. 2. When painting or staining, the paint and stain manufacturer’s recommendations should be followed. As with untreated lumber, the wood should be clean and dry, both on the surface and internally. 3. When nailing close to the end of the board, whether using treated or untreated lumber, predrill the nail holes; this helps to avoid splitting. Use galvanized or stainless steel hardware only. Do not use in contact with aluminum. 4. Avoid frequent or prolonged inhalation of sawdust from treated and untreated wood. When sawing and machining, wear a dust mask. Whenever possible, these operations should be performed outdoors to avoid indoor accumulations of airborne dust. 5. When power sawing and machining, wear goggles to protect eyes from flying particles. Wear gloves to avoid splinters. 6. Maintain a clean shop; do not leave sawdust or scrap lumber lying around as they pose fire and accident hazards. Dispose of treated wood by ordinary trash collection or burial. Treated wood should not be burned in open fires, fireplaces or used for residential cooking or heating. 7. Follow good personal hygiene practices after handling any type of wood or after doing any kind of construction work. Wash thoroughly after skin contact, especially before eating, drinking or use of tobacco products. 8. Do not use treated wood for cutting boards or counter tops, or for construction of beehives or hive platforms. Do not use treated wood shavings or sawdust for bedding or litter in barns, chicken houses or similar structures. 9. All cuts and holes in treated wood should be liberally brush coated with two applications of Wolman End Cut Preservative. 10. For more detailed information call 1-800-565-4380.