Buying and using preservative treated wood
Publication Year
2025
Document Status
Current
Abstract
Practical guide to selecting, buying and using preservative treated timber. Explains use class selection and provides do's and don'ts tips for buying and using treated wood.
Document History
Issue 7: September 2025.
Publisher Information
Wood Protection Association
The Wood Protection Association (WPA) is a not-for-profit timber trade organisation. The WPA champions and provides advice on industrial wood treatment technologies that enhance the performance of softwood products. Covering: preservative treatments, wood modification and factory applied flame retardant treatments.