Conventional methods for eradicating dry rot are often drastic, involving the removal of infested wood and application of biocides to prevent re-infestation (see Dry Rot Fungus References). Popular beliefs are that eradication of dry rot is almost impossible and that the fungus is particularly resistant to treatment. These beliefs are misleading and arise mainly from […]
References For Dry Rot Fungus
Bryant, DH and Rogers, P. (1991). Allergic alveolitis due to wood-rot fungi. Allergy Proc. 12 (2), 89-94. Collectif CTBA. (1996). Insects and fungi of wood. Paris, CTBA. Duncan, C.G., F.F. Lombard (1965). Fungi associated with principal decays in wood products in the United States. U.S. Forest Service Research paper W0-4. Dept. of Agriculture,Washington. D.C. 30p. […]
Dry Rot Fungus, Serpula lacrymans
The dry rot fungus, Serpula lacrymans, is regarded as the ‘cancer’ of buildings. Dry rot fungus thrives in dark, poorly ventilated, damp indoor environments. As such, it’s frequently able to spread extensively before the damage is noticed. The destructive nature of Serpula lacrymans has led to the belief that the dry rot fungus is indestructible […]