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See Dry rot, under Dry.

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To take out the starch that fascinates the termites or powder post beetles, the strips are treated with a solution of boric acid and lime.
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The heartwood is durable, however, the sapwood is susceptible to attack by the powder post beetle and common furniture beetle.
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