Hi All I think I am qualified to comment on this one with a degree in forestry and a diploma in Timber technology!
If it came from a reputable source the spruce you will be using for your KR will have been kiln dried, as long you keep the timber dry it will not get infected with fungi. There are also preservatives which are applied by pressure impregnation or surface application by brush or spray, but they are not appropriate for this application (used for construction, fencing etc where the timber might get damp). Sometimes the timber might get a bit discoloured if it gets slightly damp. This is likely to be blue stain which does not affect the strength. However it is vital that the timber is dried out properly if there is any suspicion that it may have got damp. I hope that this clears this one up! Peter Drake Hereford UK Maybe some really qualified person will chime in? ------------------------------------------------------------------------ On 1/15/2015 10:20 AM, Chris Prata via KRnet wrote: > Hi All, an A&P friend of mine (and aluminum experimental builder), > mentioned some spruce fungus issue that if not caught can be disastrous. > Is this an issue with the materials, and if so how to > inspect/avoid/prevent? > Thanks
