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Reasons to Use Pressure Treated Timber
Ana Gonzales
Whether you're into DIY timber projects or you're a professional craftsman who works with timber, selecting quality timber is the key to making something for yourself that will last. If you are looking for timber that can offer you more longevity, you may want to consider buying pressure treated timber. This type of timber is filled with a special chemical, and is especially ideal for timber projects and timber buildings that are primarily going to be outdoors. Here are some reasons why this type of timber may give you the best value in your work.
Durability
Pressure treated timber is made through a special process in which the timber is put inside a sealed chamber to force any air out of the wood. Once all the air is expelled, the timber is injected with chemicals that help preserve the wood for a much longer time than standard timber. These chemicals also act as a deterrent to termites and other insects that can damage timber. Pressure treated timber is also resistant to moisture, fading, yellowing, chipping, weather-related decay, and rotting. When you use pressure treated timber, you are using a product that is designed for greater longevity than non-treated timber.
Better Long-term Investment
Pressure treated timber is more expensive than standard timber, but it is a wise long-term investment, because whatever you build with this type of timber will last much longer than if you used standard timber. That means that in the long run, you will save money using pressure treated timber, because you won't have to rebuild or replace it as often as structures made out of non-treated timber. If you're in the construction business, erecting sound and durable buildings is the most important aspect of developing a good professional reputation, and using pressure treated timber can be a value-add for your business.
Easier Upkeep
Pressure treated timber is easier to maintain than standard timber, because it is far less susceptible to the external factors that affect timber, such as termites, rotting, fungus, and swelling due to moisture. Pressure treated timber is also water resistant, so fluctuations in weather won't have the same effects as with non-treated timber. This means that you won't have to stain and paint pressure treated timber as frequently as you would standard timber, and you won't have to use sealant at all, because the chemicals used with pressure treated timber already provide protection against moisture.
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