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Follow on Google News | Take Time To Choose The Right TimberGood informative advice on the different types of timber available when planning your next fencing project.
By: McVeigh Parker Merchantable Quality Treatment may vary, dependant on Winter cut or Summer cut timber, and these tend to be air dried to a moisture content of 28% or below, then treated to European legislation Class 4. However it is important to note that the moisture content reading is formed from an average selection of the products to be treated. Only Kiln-dried products can guarantee moisture content of 28% or below. A merchantable quality is a mixed species of white or redwood selected and treated to the above principles. Whilst every care is taken to comply with the class 4 regulations, without the costly exercise of Kiln Drying it is not possible to offer a guarantee on longevity of this product. The new EEC regulations have taken out arsenic from the treatment and chrome is currently under investigation. However, new chemicals have been introduced that are safer, and under the correct application are still able to satisfy the Class 4 regulation. Due to market demands and competitive pressures this type of timber tends to be price sensitive and although will suit most situations, any doubt to its longevity or application then Class 4 Kiln dried should be purchased. Appearance: A straight timber with a peeled semi-rough surface or sawn finish, light green in colour. Source: Home grown and imported. Class 4, Kiln Dried Redwood Timber kiln dried to a moisture content of less than 28%. Selected redwood are used and pressure treated in accordance with the European regulations. Kiln drying the timber prior to treatment is essential; it enables the treatment plant to monitor all aspects of the treatment process including the essential moisture content prior to the fixation process. This form of treatment carries a desired life expectancy similar to that of the Highways specification and should give a service life in excess of 15 to 20 years. This is a more recognized form of quality, selected kiln dried timber, then a controlled treatment process providing the ideal in-ground post products to give you a durable, long lasting fence. Appearance: A straight timber with a peeled semi-rough surface or sawn finish, light green in colour. Source: Home grown and imported. Creosoted Pressure Treated Selected suitable softwoods, dried then pressure creosoted, this age old process has long been the choice of many orchards and equestrian establishments. The life expectancy of these exceeds 20 years. Appearance: A straight timber with a peeled semi-rough surface or sawn finish, dark brown in colour. Source: Home grown and imported. Chestnut Timber English coppiced woodlands provide an annual source of fencing timbers. Chestnut coppiced in the winter will give the longest life, ideally sitting for a year then tar dipped; however, todays are cut green then used. The life expectancy of green chestnut exceeds 10 years. Appearance: A semi-rough surface in cleft or sawn rustic appearance, irregular and sometimes deformed looking with a light golden colour appearance when new fading to a silvery grey. Source: English home grown. FSC, PEFC and treatment documentation available on request at time of ordering. More information can be found on www.mcveighparker.co.uk # # # For over thirty years Mcveigh Parker has been one of the UK's leading independent suppliers of farming equipment, fencing materials, landscaping supplies and equestrian products. The company has six depots conveniently located across England, all extensively stocked and ready for fast and reliable delivery by McVeigh Parker's own delivery fleet throughout the UK. McVeigh Parker employs a team of highly motivated individuals who offer an excellent customer service and provide comprehensive advice across the whole product range. The company has established a highly respected reputation with farmers, local authorities, small holders and government departments. The competitively priced product range is sourced from only recommended and well known manufacturers to ensure quality, reliability and complete customer satisfaction. End
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