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In an industry which has grown so rapidly and is' unique in that a long time must elapse before the efficiency of many of its processes are known, it is but natural that many perplexing prob lems should arise. The wood preservation industry certainly has its just share of them, and although Splendid progress has been made, much yet remains to be learned; in fact, accurate knowledge is just in its infancy. The whole art is permeated with contradictory evidence and Opinions SO that it is exceedingly difficult for the layman seeking advice to become other than con fused.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book focuses on the preservation of structural timber. It begins by examining the historical importance of the preservation industry before diving into the factors that cause the natural decay of wood. The factors addressed are decay, insects, marine borers, mechanical abrasion, and fire. The book includes an entire appendix which contains a patented, proprietary, and minor wood preservatives used in the United States, as well as a list of manufacturers of various preservatives. This book is a must-have for anyone interested in the preservation of structural timber, as the author provides practical data of fundamental importance. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781332064304_0
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