Timber materials and products
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Although timber is combustible – it ignites and flames spread over the surface – the build-up of charcoal on the surface limits the oxygen supply to the underlying timber and acts as an insulator. Therefore, in a fire, the timber below the charred layer is relatively cool and retains its structural integrity. Also, timber burns at a known rate related to its density.
When timber burns, the layer below the charred layer is relatively cool and retains its structural integrity.
Timber burns at a known rate related to its density.
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