3.4 - Durability and Decay Resistance
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What are two main factors influencing timber durability?
💡 Hint: Think about the types of wood and how they are processed.
Why is it important to season timber?
💡 Hint: Consider what happens to wood when it's exposed to wet conditions.
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What is the primary benefit of seasoning timber?
💡 Hint: Recall what seasoning does to wood.
True or False: All types of timber are equally durable.
💡 Hint: Think about hardwoods versus softwoods.
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How would you approach preserving a timber structure exposed to high humidity and pest activity?
💡 Hint: Consider both preventive and responsive strategies.
Discuss the implications of using untreated timber in coastal areas.
💡 Hint: Think about the environment and how it interacts with wood.
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