The preservation of farm timbers
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This note describes the causes of deterioration of farm timbers and how this may be prevented by the use of wood preservatives. The types of preservative available, methods of treatment, and the relevant specifications are given. It deals with the suitability of treatments for various purposes and relative costs.
Originally published June 1967; revised October 1970 and October 1977.