#$%^&*AU2015101283B420170601.pdf#####Abstract According to the present invention there is provided a method of preparing a formulation for treating wood, said method comprising the step of admixing a preservative mixture, and a carrier system comprising one or more low aromatic, or substantially low aromatic solvents. The invention also provides for a wood preservative formulation comprising such a carrier. In an embodiment, the carrier is selected from the commercially-available range of Exxsol@ D and Isopar@ fluids.