scope:

This test method is designed to evaluate the dimensional stability of wood that has been pressure treated with a preservative/water repellent formulation or a stand-alone water repellent formulation. The method is intended for wood that has not been placed in service. This test method is intended to be a screening test.

The requirements for preparing the material for testing and the test procedure appear in the following order:

Outline of Method ................................................................. 2

Apparatus .............................................................................. 3

Reagents ................................................................................ 4

Test Specimens ..................................................................... 5

Treatment .............................................................................. 6

Conditioning Treated Wafers ................................................ 7

Test Exposure ........................................................................ 8

Evaluation of Test Results .................................................... 9

Interpretation of Test Results .............................................. 10