6.4. Periodic Maintenance

Try these first

1. 1.

   What should you regularly inspect wood for?

   Hint

   Think about what can cause damage to wood.

2. 2.

   Name one surface treatment you can use on wood.

   Hint

   Consider protective coatings.

3. 3.

   What is the first step in periodic maintenance for wood?

   • Inspection
   • Repair
   • Treatment

   Hint

   Think about the order of maintenance activities.

4. 4.

   True or False: Surface treatments for wood are only needed once during the life of the structure.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider how environmental exposure affects wood.

5. 5.

   A wooden gazebo has begun to develop cracks and shows signs of rot. What steps would you take to assess and treat the situation?

   Hint

   Consider inspection and treatment steps.

6. 6.

   You are responsible for maintaining a wooden deck. Create a seasonal maintenance schedule outlining inspection, treatment, and repair tasks.

   Hint

   Think about environmental factors affecting wood over time.