Towards Preservation of Seasoned Timber against Fungi and Insects Attack
Robert O. Okwori, A. M. Hassan
Journal of Scientific Research and Reports · pp. 1203–1210 · Published 28 Mar 2014
10.9734/JSRR/2014/8796Abstract
The paper explained how seasoned timber can be preserved against fungi and insects attack. Types of wood and the causes of wood deterioration is also explained in the paper. It discussed Methods of applying preservatives and ways of seasoning timber. Methods of calculating moisture content of timber are also discussed .The most effective chemical substance used for preventing insects was creosote oil. The temperature range for preventing fungi is between 130°f to 150°f and above. The moisture content of the timber should be below 20% to discourage insects attack. It is suggested in the paper that timber with so much sap should not be used for furniture and other constructions to avoid insects attack; there is a need for adequate ventilation in every room where timber is used for a particular construction such as furniture, skirting board etc to guide against fungi. Timber should be well seasoned and treated with preservatives before usage.
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