Despite the vastness of the choice of building materials, most developers prefer wood. Due to its cheapness and ease of use, wood occupies a leading place in the market. However, in order for it to last for a long time, it must be treated with a chemical substance - an antiseptic for wood.Types of processing The composition, which has an antiseptic effect, will protect wood materials from the influence of fungi, insects, mold and rot. Antiseptics differ in their purpose and duration of use, which also depends on the type of treatment. The treatment of wooden structures with antiseptic is divided into two types:- deep;- superficial.During deep processing, all building materials are immersed in an antiseptic solution for a long time. The antiseptic completely impregnates the surface and prevents the possibility of rotting. Deep processing is often performed on an industrial scale. It is used for wooden frames, which in the future will be located in places with high humidity.Surface treatment can also be performed at home. Using a spatula, sprayer or brush, an antiseptic solution is applied over the entire area of the wood. This treatment will last less than a short time than a deep one.In addition, it is possible to purchase already treated wood, which will significantly reduce the cost of solutions. However, it should be noted that the protective mixture will need to be applied again after its expiration date.When and how should the condition of the wood be checked?As soon as the construction and repair work is completed, you can start checking the condition of the coating of wooden structures. A routine inspection should be carried out annually. This will be the easiest way to identify the original lesion. If a small area of the wooden covering has been damaged, then it can be cleaned and treated again with an antiseptic.If rot or mold has formed on a large part of the structure, it must be completely removed and replaced with another. This is done in order to prevent infection of the remaining beams in contact with it.Deep processing can last up to 40 years, but surface treatment - no more than 20. As soon as its validity period is over, another protective layer is applied to the wooden structure.In addition to preventing the appearance of termites, mold, fungi and rotting, building materials are also treated with fire-fighting agents. These solutions prevent oxygen from entering the tree. In this scenario, the ignition of wood becomes almost impossible.Experts recommend treatment with fire-fighting antiseptics - flame retardants at least once every 2-4 years. The final stage is to cover the wood with a laxing antiseptic. It creates a film on the surface of the tree and adds color to the appearance.The choice of means for antiseptic impregnation. Expert advice of Yudin Vladimir Yuryevich If you look at wood as a material for construction, you can say that it has quite a lot of advantages. For example, it is not difficult to process and it is relatively inexpensive; it retains heat well, and also does not interfere with air exchange. And, of course, if you do not process the wood, the material will quickly become unusable, since in addition to the advantages, this material has disadvantages. For example, a tree burns well, and also collapses under the influence of the environment (various types of mold, fungi and insects).In order to avoid the above problems, wood often needs processing. The use of various impregnations and antiseptics for wood is often in demand: they create a small film on top of the wood and thus significantly reduce the risk of destruction.Choosing the right tool is a matter that requires deliberation, only then will the tool help to achieve the desired result. The general selection criteria are:Appearance When using various protective coatings, such as impregnation, varnish or oil, it is possible to preserve the natural pattern of wood to the maximum. Paints and enamels completely cover the surface, making it almost impossible to examine the drawing, so they are often used to hide minor defects.As a rule, translucent products have higher antifungal and protective properties. And at the heart of such treatments is a smaller amount of pigments, so they are better absorbed and protect the tree "from the inside".Fire safety Considering various means for processing, it is worth paying attention to one point: whether high temperatures will affect the treated wood.Because even flame-retardant impregnation does not give an absolute guarantee that the tree will not ignite.Toxicity Usually the basis of protective agents are toxic chemicals and solvents that have an unpleasant pungent smell. Therefore, due to the toxic properties, the use of such funds inside is not recommended, but for external work it will work perfectly.Conclusion By performing all treatments in turn and monitoring their condition, it is possible to preserve the quality of wooden building materials for many years. Самые дешёвые авиабилеты