1977•Wood and Fiber Science (Society of Wood Science and Technology)Open access
The Role of Fire-Retardant Treated Wood in the Protection of Life and Property
Bernard H. Shunk
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Abstract
Fire-retardant treated wood is discussed with two approaches to fire protection offered: fire hazard and fire resistance. Descriptive terms used by testing and regulatory agencies are defined. Several of the more commonly accepted test methods used to determine efficiency of fire-retardant treatments in retarding flame spread or resisting burn-through are examined. The roles played by two major impregnated fire-retardant treatments in this accomplishment are described. Sources of information for more detailed study are provided