The three main types of wood preservatives are creosote, pentachlorophenol (called penta for short) and chromated copper arsenate (also known as CCA or green-treated wood).

After months of wet weather, homeowners may notice green mould appearing on their garden fences, gates, decking and pergolas, but here's how you can get rid of it ...

This research was performed to investigate the feasibility of using copper-based wood preservative treatment for producing green colour on the bamboo surface and enhancing the fungal decay resistance ...