The durability study based on BS EN 350 has better advantages as compared to graveyard tests as the results are more reliable and can be obtained within 16 weeks of exposure. Moreover, the results of the study can directly be compared with other timber species from temperate or other parts of the world using similar method.
Graveyard test requires longer period (more than 10 years) to conclude the durability classes of timber species. In addition, the results may vary due to environmental factors such as type of soil, rainfall, weathering condition at different testing sites which may affect the biodegradation activities on the test specimen. It is difficult to compare the results from field and laboratory tests as a greater range of wood destroying organisms are present in the field. Therefore, the users should use these results on durability with caution and being judicious. Nevertheless, it has been shown that the Malaysian species are normally more durable than species of the temperate countries such that it is justifiable for Malaysian species to be sold at premium price.
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| Book Details | |
| Publication Date | 2016 |
| Language | English |
| Author | AR Noor Azrieda, S Rahim, U Salmiah, K Roszaini, L Shahlinney & K Baharudin |
| Publication Code | TTB60 |
| Pages | 8pp |
