Decay Resistance in Redwood: (<i>Sequoia Sempervirens</i>) Heartwood as Related To Color and Extractives

Authors

  • W. Wayne Wilcox
  • Douglas D. Piirto

Keywords:

Biodegradation, soil-block tests, extractive content

Abstract

Decay resistance and water-soluble and ethanol-soluble extractive contents were determined for redwood heartwood boards having a full range of natural color variation. Decay resistance and ethanol-soluble extractive content were greatest in the darkest boards. Water-soluble extractives varied inconsistently with board color and decay resistance. Correlation analysis showed that as much as 69% of the variation in weight loss could be accounted for by ethanol-soluble extractive concentration.

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2007-06-05

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Number 4 / Winter 1976

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