Wood-Be Alternatives

In the April 2005 issue of Parks and Recreation Magazine, Richard Dolesh follows up on his April 2004 article by taking a closer look at safety concerns involving arsenic-treated wood substitutes. For example, Dolesh points out that the alternative non-arsenic, copper-based wood preservatives are more corrosive to the metal fasteners keeping structures together and provides information on what precautions to take. Dolesh describes how new wood preservatives offer both choices and challenges for park and recreation professionals.

Click here to read the article on the NRPA website.