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Why Wood Decays and How to Prevent It
A Daily Item summary explains that wood decays due to fungi and bacteria requiring air moisture and heat. Submerged timber stays sound due to limited air, while bone dry wood lasts if moisture is absent. Decay worsens in warm damp conditions, such as Pennsylvania mines and the southern climate. Prevention relies on antiseptics and oils. creosote combines both by sealing pores and acting as an antiseptic. The piece notes government involvement in wood preservation research.
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