In a word, NO. PT wood is used for it's resistance to insects and decay, but it gets these properties through the use of modern science. It contains arsenic as well as insecticides, fungicides and solvents. When burned these are released into the air in the smoke. It is not fit for man nor beast!

Wood is a plentiful and economic building material that comes from a renewable resource. However, untreated wood is subject to attack by insects, micro-organisms, and decay by fungi. To ensure structural soundness and long service life, wood must be protected from its natural predators. This is especially important in hot and humid climates or wherever wood comes into contact with ground or water, since wood is subject to decay and attack. See similar questions...

We do not make our products in pressure treated wood as it tends to crack and warp, due to the extra moisture content often present after the pressure treating process. There are a couple of good alternatives: Cellular PVC and Cypress. Please see Wood Choices to research these options. See similar questions...

First, it is important to remember that pressure-treated wood is not a pesticide, is not a hazardous product, and has not been listed as hazardous waste. It is completely proper and legal to send treated wood to a landfill. However, due to the growing shortage of landfill space, many industrial users are selecting recycling of treated wood as their disposal option. There is a growing movement to "manage" the disposal of treated wood. See similar questions...

All Penofin wood finish colors can be used on any type of wood. However, Chestnut, and Sable blend out the green the best in new pressure-treated lumber and give it a natural wood tone. See similar questions...

Cedar is not typically treated with a preservative. It's coarse, open grain does not allow treatments to set well. It is, however, naturally resistant to decay. Cedar and Redwood have oils and acids that preserve the wood so a good sealer or non organic stain can be applied to keep the woods natural defenses at maximum. See similar questions...

Afsco cedar wood fence installed to the recommended specifications of your experienced Afsco Fence sales associate will last fifteen to twenty years. See similar questions...

Most of the treated wood is only treated to a point into the wood and not all of the way thru. This of course varies with the amount of treatment applied and can vary from 1/2" on up. It is possible for a .60 2x4 to be treated all of the way to the center while a 6x6 post may not be. When the wood is cut this will be noticed as a lighter color and in order to make the wood last the longest the ends of the wood need to have a treatment brushed on. See similar questions...

No. Pressure-treated lumber has a number of characteristics which render it unsuitable for use with the Sukkah Project Kits. The period of exposure to the elements is brief, and does not require pressure-treated wood. Applying an initial coat of water sealant or paint to standard lumber will increase weather resistance, but is not essential. See similar questions...

UV Plus for Pressure Treated Wood is a penetrating wood stain and oil finish that beautifies and protects exterior pressure treated lumber, providing a natural appearance. It is ideal for use on ACQ, CCA, Copper Azole and other types of treated lumber, and comes in a variety of tones and semi-transparent colors. UV Plus for Pressure Treated Wood contains fungicides and UV absorbers of the highest quality. See similar questions...

EPA has factsheets about disposing of treated wood, including Questions & Answers about wood treated with chromated copper arsenate. See similar questions...

If you are shopping for treated lumber at a do-it-yourself retail centre, you may be confused by the choices and store staffers may not know much more than you do. Whether the treated wood on display is green, brown, or bears a brand name, it's all been treated with a copper-based preservative. The brown products have merely been coloured to mask the greenish tone of the preservative. See similar questions...

Currently we build 100 cedar decks for every pressure treated one. We prefer using natural outdoor cedar to chemically treated wood. We also find a lot less slivers and a deck that looks better now and in years to come. See similar questions...

No. Afsco Fence Supply Co.’s cedar wood fence is sold to the customer without any prior staining or painting. Afsco Fence Supply Co. leaves the responsibility of painting or staining their fence to the customer. Should you decide to not stain or paint your cedar wood fence, the natural oils contained in the wood will be leeched out by the sunlight and seasonal weather conditions (i.e. rain, snow, etc.) resulting in a natural and subtle change in color to a grayish-silver. See similar questions...

No. SaferWood products never need to be re-treated. The unique formula we use during processing at our facility is thermally cured in dry kilns. Upon reaching the right temperature, the treatment material is bonded to the wood and thereafter is no longer water-soluble. See similar questions...

Your heart pumps blood through a network of arteries, veins, and capillaries. The moving blood pushes against the arterial walls, and this force is measured as blood pressure. High blood pressure results from the tightening of very small arteries (arterioles) that regulate the blood flow through your body. As these arterioles tighten (or constrict), your heart has to work harder to pump blood through the smaller space, and the pressure inside the vessels grows. See similar questions...

There are perhaps 10-12 different wood species that are acceptable and commonly used for fence applications. What is best for you will depend on what is readily available in your area and adaptable to the soil and climate conditions on the property works. BACK TO TOP See similar questions...

A The main difference between cedar & spruce is longevity. Northern white cedar should last on Long Island about 10-15 years. Spruce should last about 7 years. Where or how it is installed can add or take away the life of your wood fence. A wood fence installed 2" off the ground will last longer then if it were sitting on the ground. Installation near trees, brush, sprinklers, ect. Can lessen the life of a wood fence. See similar questions...

We use clear western red cedar on both gazebos, but we use different types of material. For instance, the Lake Wood uses 2"x6" wall construction whereas the Cedar Cove uses a 4"x4" post. There is a lot more material cost that goes into the design of a Lake Wood Gazebo compared to the design of a Cedar Cove Gazebo. The interior roof of the Cedar Cove gazebo is slightly knotty, while the Lake Wood roof interior is clear. See similar questions...

No. The only way to get a shiny surface on the wood is by using a multiple coat, film forming finish. We don't recommend clear film forming finishes on decks because they are slippery when wet, they will eventually peel, and they are difficult to maintain and recoat. When properly applied, a penetrating finish like UV Plus for Pressure Treated Wood will not be shiny, it will have a natural, matte look. For a glossy or satin appearance on vertical surfaces, we recommend our Timberflex products. See similar questions...