Publication W05 Fungal decay in buildings
Publication Year
2005
Document Status
Withdrawn
Abstract
Advises on indications of fungal decay from external and internal inspection. Distinguishes between wet and dry rot whilst also describing how both develop and in what conditions they occur. Describes characteristics of the most important species of wood-destroying fungi. Also advises on prevention.
Document History
Updated April 2013: Timber 1/595/2 Fungal decay in buildings. Supersedes BWPDA's Timber 1. Identical to Property Care Association's Wood 1.
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.
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