djbarry Posted March 16, 2012 Share Posted March 16, 2012 hi there! i've been reading that boric acid (borax) is good for ridding insects!!! Can any1 tell me where i can buy it...i've checked in Tesco and my local hardware store, but to no avail... i would appreciate any help! thanx David J Barry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
craigt3365 Posted March 16, 2012 Share Posted March 16, 2012 You can also get Chaindrite (spelling?) in power form. I tried to get some the other day, they were out, but had an alternative. Good for ants, termites, etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nattydread Posted March 16, 2012 Share Posted March 16, 2012 if u search "Ants on this forum the topic of borax has been covered...in case u cant find it the shop that sells it is about 100m up from Suandok hospital on the opposite side of the road there are various items of laboratory glassware in the window Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
longball53098 Posted March 17, 2012 Share Posted March 17, 2012 I bought some from my local pharmacy. He had to order it and got in a few days. 2 small boxes quantity about 0.5 kg. per box. Don't recall cost though. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JSixpack Posted March 17, 2012 Share Posted March 17, 2012 http://www.healthfoodthailand.com/product_info.php?products_id=95&osCsid=fce00497591c475c2c8aee2bdc167530 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
longball53098 Posted March 18, 2012 Share Posted March 18, 2012 Borax and Boric acid are not the same thing. Google them. Boric acid is more effective at ridding the area of ants and cockroaches. If you can find the boric acid it's better for insect control. Pharmaceutical grade is not needed but the only place I could find it locally. Using boric acid in the garden is risky as it can affect the soil for growing plants and veggies Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scoop1 Posted March 18, 2012 Share Posted March 18, 2012 (edited) You can get Solubor 20.9B at "Wesco" in BKK emai this guy he is a great help and can speak english, Veerapol Niyomthai <[email protected]>; Cheers Scoop Edited March 18, 2012 by Scoop1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
djbarry Posted March 18, 2012 Author Share Posted March 18, 2012 thanx to every1 for the help Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
djbarry Posted May 21, 2012 Author Share Posted May 21, 2012 hmmmmm..i still havent found Boric Acid!!! any1 got new ideas for me??? thanx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
longball53098 Posted May 22, 2012 Share Posted May 22, 2012 As I said above I buy it from my local pharmacy. 250 gram box. Owner had to order it from his supplier but only a couple days. 2 years now so I don't recall what I paid for it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scoop1 Posted May 22, 2012 Share Posted May 22, 2012 Have you tried Wesco in Bkk they will have it, its used in hydroponic nutrients and i know they have it http://www.wesco.co.th cheers scoop Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fredge45 Posted May 25, 2012 Share Posted May 25, 2012 If you are in Chiang Mai nattydread has given you the exact location. Your profile doesn't seem to give your location. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
djbarry Posted May 26, 2012 Author Share Posted May 26, 2012 thanx to every1!!! dj barry Nonthaburi Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eagleizer Posted December 10, 2016 Share Posted December 10, 2016 Asking for where to buy Borax in this forum may teach you anything from how it`s used in food to make it look fresh, to how to remove smell from your feet, but very little about where you can buy it. So here is the easiest way to get it. You can pay with PayPal, Bank transfer, Credit card or 7/11. I paid about 80 bath for EMS shipping and paid on 7/11. There are cheaper, but slower alternatives... Borax: 1kg. Code: CA0207-A Price: THB 74.04,- https://www.chemipan.com/i/en/a1/index.php/635-product/674-general-chemicals/675-general-chemicals/1160/1160-borax-chemical.html - - - - - Boric Acid: 1kg. Code: CA0205-A Price: THB 160.13,- https://www.chemipan.com/i/en/a1/index.php/635-product/674-general-chemicals/675-general-chemicals/1051/1051-boric-acid-chemical.html Now kill them ants and roaches, treat your shoes, treat your eye infection, fungus in your ears, fur and ears on your dog, outdoor furniture or whatever you need it for. Cheers :) 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4evermaat Posted March 4, 2018 Share Posted March 4, 2018 can someone summarize the difference between borax and boric acid? When would I use one, but not the other? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Monomial Posted March 4, 2018 Share Posted March 4, 2018 Borax is the sodium salt while boric acid is the hydrogenated form. As a pesticide or fungicide, both do basically the same thing. If you are going to use it as a food preservative though, they have different properties. How are you planning on using it? 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4evermaat Posted March 6, 2018 Share Posted March 6, 2018 On 3/4/2018 at 8:48 PM, Monomial said: Borax is the sodium salt while boric acid is the hydrogenated form. As a pesticide or fungicide, both do basically the same thing. If you are going to use it as a food preservative though, they have different properties. How are you planning on using it? Sorry, didn't catch this. Will be using it as herbicide/pesticide mostly. Possibly a little cleaning of stains also from clothes or pots. No plans to ingest it. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scorecard Posted March 8, 2018 Share Posted March 8, 2018 A mild Borax solution is also good for cleaning wallpaper, don't rub too vigorously. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gaff Posted August 4, 2018 Share Posted August 4, 2018 hello, do you know if it can help to remove limescale in toilet ? thanks. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
myshem Posted May 7, 2019 Share Posted May 7, 2019 Hello, so ordering online is the only solution ? no shop has it ? thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
attrayant Posted May 8, 2019 Share Posted May 8, 2019 Gammaco: Borax (บอแร็กซ์): 450g for 150B Boric Acid (กรดบอริก): 450g for 220B They will deliver only if you purchase more than 2000 baht. I am pretty sure Suksupan Panit also sells both, probably cheaper too, but I'm unable to find them on their website. https://www.suksapanpanit.com The location on Ladprao Road between 61 and 63 is the best for chemical stock. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
attrayant Posted May 8, 2019 Share Posted May 8, 2019 Lazada: Borax 1kg for 145B Boric Acid 1kg for 99B Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CGW Posted May 8, 2019 Share Posted May 8, 2019 On 8/4/2018 at 4:14 PM, gaff said: hello, do you know if it can help to remove limescale in toilet ? thanks. Tried every chemical known to mankind plus a few more, none work - try "elbow grease" sandpaper - about 600 grit, five minutes or less and will be spotless. Pumice stone works also - neither will scratch porcelain as it is harder. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jamesanderson Posted May 8, 2019 Share Posted May 8, 2019 Just check on the Internet, you can found 'n' number of sources from where you can buy the boric acid. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eagleizer Posted May 8, 2019 Share Posted May 8, 2019 On 8/4/2018 at 4:14 PM, gaff said: hello, do you know if it can help to remove limescale in toilet ? thanks. I use vinegar for toilet and tiles. Works great. I eat a couple glass of Sweet Pickles a year, and when I have emptied a glass, I use the vinegar that is left for cleaning in the toilet. This also helps me remember to do it. Just pour some on the toilet brush and "quick-clean" the dry areas. Pour the rest in the water and let it sit for 5 minutes if it's bad. Dip the brush in the water and use that to clean everything. It should come off easily. Every now and then I do the inside of the tank too. Every 2nd year maybe. Cheers ???? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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