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At a Glance
Quick Decision Guide
Size
Quart
Coverage
25-75 Sq. Ft.
Color
Transparent Green
Wood Compatibility
Untreated & Pressure-Treated Wood
Exposure
Ground, Freshwater & Above Ground
Insect Protection
Termites & Wood-Boring Insects
Decay Protection
Rot, Mold, Mildew & Staining Fungi
Overcoat
Oil-Based Primer, Paint or Stain
Why Choose This Product
Key Benefits
Wood Preservation
Protects exterior wood against rot and decay
Insect Protection
Prevents attack from termites and other wood-boring insects
Moisture Control
Anti-wicking protection helps reduce moisture absorption through end cuts
Pressure-Treated Lumber
Treats end cuts, holes and damaged areas after cutting or drilling
Multiple Exposure Types
Suitable for ground contact, freshwater contact and above-ground installations
Paintable & Stainable
Accepts oil-based primer, paint or stain after treatment
Product Information
Product Details
Specifications
Brand
Rust-Oleum® Woodlife®
Part Number
1904A
UPC
037772019046
Product Type
Exterior Wood Preservative
Size
Quart
Coverage
25-75 Sq. Ft.
Color
Transparent Natural Green
Formula
Water-Based
Wood Compatibility
Untreated & Pressure-Treated Lumber and Plywood
Exposure
Below Ground, Ground Contact, Freshwater Contact & Above Ground
End-Cut Protection
Yes
Insect Protection
Termites, Powder Post Beetles & Other Wood-Boring Insects
Decay Protection
Rot, Mold, Mildew & Staining Fungi
Overcoat Compatibility
Oil-Based Primer, Paint or Stain
EPA Registered
Yes
MPI Certification
MPI #37
Cleanup
Soap & Water
About This Product
Protection Against Rot, Decay and Wood-Boring Insects
Rust-Oleum® Woodlife® CopperCoat™ Green Wood Preservative is an EPA-registered insecticidal wood preservative for exterior untreated and pressure-treated wood. It protects against rot and decay while preventing attack from termites, powder post beetles, and other wood-boring insects.
Ground Contact, Freshwater Contact and Above-Ground Use
CopperCoat can be used on all species of untreated or pressure-treated lumber and plywood in below-ground, ground-contact, freshwater-contact, and above-ground installations. Applications include docks, piers, fence posts, poles, rails, foundation sills, stairs, porches, landscape timbers, planters, arbors, gazebos, sheds, shingles, and other exterior wood exposed to moisture or wood-destroying insects.
End-Cut Protection for Pressure-Treated Lumber
The preservative is recommended for treating end cuts on pressure-treated lumber, particularly for deck construction. Its anti-wicking properties resist moisture absorption through end cuts to help control swelling, shrinking, warping, splitting, and end-checking. To comply with AWPA M-4 Standard, CopperCoat should be applied to end cuts, holes, and damaged areas of pressure-treated lumber.
Paintable and Stainable Preservative Primer
The transparent natural green finish can be overcoated with an oil-based primer, paint, or stain, allowing CopperCoat to serve as a preservative primer on exterior windows, doors, frames, millwork, trim, siding, shakes, and shingles. Its water-based formula cleans up with soap and water.
Application Requirements
For wood installed in ground or freshwater contact, CopperCoat should be applied as a pretreatment before installation. Do not tint, dilute, or mix the preservative with other products, and do not apply it at sites on or near water or wetlands.
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Woodlife CopperCoat be used on pressure-treated lumber?
Yes. CopperCoat is suitable for pressure-treated lumber and is recommended for treating end cuts, holes, and damaged areas where the original treatment has been disturbed.
Does CopperCoat protect against termites?
Yes. CopperCoat prevents attack from termites, powder post beetles, and other wood-boring insects while protecting wood against rot and decay.
Can CopperCoat be used on wood that will contact the ground?
Yes. It is designed for below-ground, ground-contact, freshwater-contact, and above-ground exterior wood installations. For ground or freshwater contact, the wood should be treated before installation.
Can CopperCoat be used on deck board end cuts?
Yes. CopperCoat is recommended for end-cut protection on pressure-treated lumber, including decking. To comply with AWPA M-4 Standard, apply it to end cuts, holes, and damaged areas of pressure-treated lumber.
Can Woodlife CopperCoat be painted or stained?
Yes. The transparent natural green treatment can be overcoated with an oil-based primer, paint, or stain.
Can CopperCoat be applied near water?
Do not apply CopperCoat at sites on or near water or wetlands. For wood intended for freshwater contact, apply the preservative as a pretreatment before the wood is installed.
Can CopperCoat be diluted or mixed with another product?
No. Do not tint, dilute, or mix CopperCoat with another product.