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Published by Aaron Presley on July 12th, 2016 For much of the 20th century treated pilings, poles, and posts underwent specialized pressurization that impregnated the wood with chemicals to protect it from pests, rotting, and moisture damage. All three of which were common problems in marine-style environments. In the 21st century, there’s been a discontinuance of some …

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Wood pilings are used to provide support for large superstructures. Superstructures, which can include anything from retaining walls and large ranch fencing to piers and housing structures, need extra support in order to prevent them from falling or collapsing. Pilings provide the extra support needed to prevent structures from crumbling, falling, or collapsing. Wood pilings, …

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Published by Bayou City Lumber on June 15, 2016 A decade ago, vinyl bulkhead materials were considered too thin for most seawall projects. However, since that time there have been major overhauls in the design and manufacture of vinyl bulkhead materials. Vinyl bulkhead materials have improved in strength, thickness, shape, and resistance power which makes them …

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Published by Aaron Presley on May 14th, 2016 project. Here’s a quick look at two of the more popular types of bulkhead material to help you choose the right material for your job: Wooden Bulkhead Materials: People have been using wood in marine construction projects for centuries. Today, this is still a primary material choice …

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Published by Aaron Presley on August 25th, 2015 Cedar wood is one of the natural world’s greatest treasures. This wood is valuable in so many ways that it is hard to categorize them all. Nevertheless, here is a rundown on the most notable: It is resistant to Mother Nature – In addition to withstanding the …