Do you have wood rot happening at your home? It’s a very common problem, and it’s getting worse each year, in my opinion, ...

I used nothing but redwood trim on the last house I built for my family. Redwood contains lots of natural chemicals that ...

If your home was constructed out of wood, its structural integrity depends on the natural material remaining intact and sturdy. So if you happen to notice that wood in your walls, floors, or support ...

Termite damage is due to insects, while wood rot is caused by fungus or water. Knowing the difference between termite damage and wood rot is vital to preventing and treating them. It's easy to confuse ...

The differences between black mold and wood rot may seem minimal at first glance. Both occur on wood surfaces as a result of exposure to excess moisture, and both can spread if not treated quickly.

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Wood is a beautiful and versatile material used in everything from framing houses to building furniture, but like every organic material, it ...

My guess is you’ve seen wood rot before. If not, I’m guessing you live in the Atacama Desert, possibly the driest place on Earth. Wood rot is fueled by water, which is why it’s so important for you to ...

I’m starting to have some rot issues with my 10-year-old deck. Not only are some of the treated wood decking boards rotting, but I’m also noticing that the tops of some of the joists are showing ...

The inspiration for this column came to me one Sunday morning as I was greeting people at our church, where my wife and I are ushers. In between people dashing through the door to avoid the drops of ...

A FOURTH edition of the brochure on “Dry Rot in Wood” has been issued from the Forest Products Research, Laboratories, under the auspices of the Department of Scientific and Industrial Research (Bull.