pressure-treated wood

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Scope note
Wood that has undergone a process that uses vacuum and pressure to force chemical preservatives into the wood. The goal of process is to protect the wood from termites or other insects and fungal decay; the wood has been found to contribute to environmental pollution.
pressure-treated wood
Accepted term: 29-Apr-2024