Stump Removal Chemical

Felling trees although not permitted legally, is done only under certain circumstances. The stumps are removed when the trees has been inflicted with diseases or when the trunks have grown very old and rotten. Trees are also cleared off due to construction purposes. Removing a tree stump is a quite tedious process when done manually. The girth of the trunks are so huge that it takes a lot of time to chop it off with a spade. A stump removal chemical is employed to accentuate the process of decay which saves time and effort. You will be explained the process of feeling tress with the chemical method in the following content.

Chemicals for Removing Tree Stump

After the trees are felled, the remaining portion of the trunk or the stump remains. The roots of the trees continue feeding the stump and they remain rooted into the ground. The surface of the stumps are vulnerable to common plant diseases that cause it to rot and decay. The stumps are either uprooted with the help of a stump grinder or they are burnt. Chemicals are used to accentuate the process of decaying the stump. They act on the plant cells and the root system helping in quick decay. This way the stumps become soft and they can be removed.

The basic component of a chemical stump remover is potassium nitrate or saltpeter. The powder is spread all over the stump that rots it within a period of four to six weeks as it continues to absorb the potassium nitrate powder. This powder actually supports growth of fungi on the stumps that 'eats' away the wood. Once the stump has rotten, you can either burn it or chop it. Stumping powders are also available in the market containing various composition that aid in quick decay of stumps. Professional tree choppers usually make use of a solution of sodium hydroxide or caustic soda. This chemical compound is readily available in paint and hardware shops. A solution is made by mixing caustic soda and water in the ratio 1:2. This solution is poured over the trunks in a large amount and it gets soaked up. You have to pour at least 3 or 4 times for rapid action. The unwanted part is then removed with a stump grinder. A solution of magnesium sulfate or caustic potash is quite effective in removing tree stumps it kills the root quite rapidly. The same effect is produced by rock salt.

You can check out the different types of tree stump removers from the market. One of the best chemical for this purpose is the 'Tree Stump Remover'. This product can be shopped for online or can be purchased from any plant products' stores. The stumps are usually drilled with holes and the powder or the chemical solution is poured into the holes that further spreads into the roots. Other brands for tree stump removal are 'Bonide 272 Stump Remover, 'Bonide Stump Out', 'Green Light 40004 Cut Vine and Stump Killer', 'Green Light 40003 Stump Remover'. Sometimes the powders cause emission of fumes that can cause choking. Make sure you wear a mask before applying them.

You can apply the chemical before using a grinder or removing it manually. Apart from all these, you should know the species of the tree to which the stump belongs. The composition of the tree stump removal powders vary depending upon the purpose of use. You must also read the instructions mentioned on the leaflet and follow accordingly.