treat timber
Frequency: 6.05.5 per million words
To apply a chemical substance to wood to protect it.
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- The logs were sent to the mill to be treated timber.
- Modern construction often uses treated timber for its durability.
- The fence posts are made of treated timber to prevent rot.
- Before installation, all the timber must be treated against insects.
- Regular application of preservatives turns ordinary wood into treated timber.
- The deck is constructed from treated timber that can withstand the elements.
- This type of timber has been treated to resist fungal decay.
- For outdoor furniture, it's best to use treated timber.
- The timber used in the bridge was chemically treated for longevity.
- The company specializes in producing high-quality treated timber for various applications.