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(i) Application by hand brush/spray gun. (ii) By dipping (iii) By steeping (i) Application by hand brush/spray gun preservatives is commonly applied by brush and spray gun. The preservatives should be liberally applied and any shakes or cracks in the surface should be...
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The term “preservation of timber” is any treatment given to timber by the use of the various preservatives to prolong the life span of the timber against destructive agents like termites, wood pests, borers etc.
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Conversion of timber: The term conversion of timber is the breaking down or sawing up of logs into commercial sizes.
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Reasons, why timber must be seasoned, are: (i) Further shrinkage, checking and distortion are reduced to a minimum (ii) Conditions are less favourable for decay, mould stains and some insect attack, (iii) The timber is lighter in weight, more economical to handle...
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Seasoning is the drying-out of most of the moisture from the wood, so that the timber is conditioned before use.