by drtoddadmin | Nov 1, 2026 | Blog
Chromated copper arsenate (CCA)-treated wood was liquefied with polyethylene glycol/glycerin and sulfuric acid. After liquefaction, most CCA metals (98% As, 92% Cr, and 83% Cu) were removed from liquefied CCA-treated wood by precipitation with calcium hydroxide. The...
by drtoddadmin | Oct 31, 2026 | Blog
This piece has suffered from internal wood degrading fungi due to its horizontal position in the swingset which allowed water to pool on the surface and elevate the moisture content to make it conducive for fungi attack. This is a good example of surface weathering....
by drtoddadmin | Oct 18, 2026 | Blog
Deck Restoration The bright color of the wood on weathered decks can be restored by application of commercial products (called deck cleaners, brighteners, or restorers). These products do not add color to the deck, but remove mildew and dirt, allowing the natural...
by drtoddadmin | Oct 15, 2026 | Blog
Energy Efficiency Green wood will burn, but seasoned, dry wood has more heat value and will not deposit excessive creosote in chimneys and stovepipes. Any moisture in wood reduces the available heat because some heat is lost in the process of changing water to steam...
by drtoddadmin | Oct 15, 2026 | Blog
History of Naval Stores What are naval stores? Naval stores originally came from longleaf pine trees and were used in shipbuilding. These products or “stores” are turpentine, rosin, tar and pitch. During the American Revolution, longleaf pine forests were common...
by drtoddadmin | Oct 9, 2026 | Blog
Wood Finishes Wood decks have become an important part of residential construction. Wood decks can add versatile living space to a home and, with minimal maintenance, provide decades of use. However, wood decks are exposed to high levels of stress from severe weather...
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