.....can creosote be purchased these days?

[Purple_Popple]

I have been to both B&Q and Focus and cannot find it anywhere, my dad used to use this on his fences all the time, if it cannot be bought anymore, what is the next best thing? I used to love the small of it mind :) mmmmmmmmm

[paddywak]

I believe creosote is now banned due to various safety and health issues, there are several substitutes on the market if you ask at B Q somebody should be able to tell you the alternatives

[Buenchico]

It has been illegal to sell creosote since 1st May, 2003.

Since 1st July, 2004, simply possessing creosote has been a criminal offence.

However, 'creosote substitute' is widely available, e.g:
http://www.permagard....osote-substitute.html

Chris

[KARL]

According to Wikipedia, coal creosote has some negatives associated with it whereas wood creosote appears not to. Within the EU, all creosote is a regulated substance. with only licensed operators being allowed to handle and use it.

[Invictas]

Further to other posters answers,
Creosote was banned as it was found to have very high Carcinogenic (Cancer Inducing) properties.

[Focusblue]

Creosote not available to general public since 2003, not banned. Still freely available to purchase for agricultural use etc.