PRESERVATIVE-TREATED WOOD IN THE LANDSCAPE

Wood is a valuable natural resource. It is widely available and relatively inexpensive in most areas. Wood has many uses because of its electrical and thermal conductivity, workability, beauty, density and strength. Unfortunately, wood is subject to attack by insects, bacteria, fungi and marine worms and if left unprotected in the landscape, wood deteriorates. Fortunately, some woods are naturally durable or resistant to deterioration. Inner heartwood is more resistant than outer