Practice Factors Affecting Effectiveness Of Timber Preservation (2.13)

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Question 1.
What is sapwood?
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Think about the part of the tree that is still alive.
Question 2.
Why is moisture content important?
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Consider how water might affect wood.
3Question 3.
What factor can prevent effective chemical absorption in timber?
- High moisture content
- Low porosity
- Sapwood ratio
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Think about how much water is in the wood.
4Question 4.
True or False: Oil-based preservatives are better for indoor applications.
- True
- False
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Consider where the wood will be placed.
Question 5.
How would you approach preserving timber intended for marine applications?
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Consider the environmental conditions timber will face.
Question 6.
Analyze how high moisture content could affect the choice of preservation methods?
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Think about preparatory steps before applying your treatment.

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