Preservation

What is wood preservation?

Wood preservation can be any measure which is taken to increase the lifespan of a timber product. There are many chemical preservation products which can either be applied to the surface of the timber or impregnated using a pressurised process and these generally fall into three categories: –

• Preservative Treatment
  • Copper Organic Water Based (Use Class 1, 2, 3 & 4)
  • Microemulsions Water Based (Use Class 1, 2 & 3)
  • Organic Solvent (Use Class 1, 2 & 3)
  • Anti Sapstain
  • Colour Coating
  • Copper Oil
  • Creosote
  • Hot Oil (Royal / Royale)
• Wood Modification
  • Acetylation & Furfurylation
  • Resin & Densification
  • Thermal Modification
• Flame Retardant
  • Internal Dry
  • Internal Humid
  • External