• Use an end-cut preservative - When building your outdoor project with ProGuard Preserved Wood, it is important to protect the cut ends of boards from fungal decay. All cuts and holes that expose untreated wood should be liberally brush-coated with an end-cut preservative (copper naphthenate in ground contact or zinc naphthenate above ground) before the wood is installed. Also apply on areas where moisture can collect. Always follow the manufacturer's recommendations.

• Use corrosion-resistant fasteners - ProGuard Preserved Wood products are designed for long-term performance in outdoor applications and, therefore, require high quality, corrosion-resistant nails, screws and other fasteners. Use hot-dip galvanized, stainless steel or other fasteners and hardware as recommended by the hardware manufacturer.

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