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Response from Mitre 10: Radiata pine has different preservative treatments according to the environmental hazard that it comes in contact with. For example:
H1 = Low decay hazard. This includes timber used for framing, interior lining and trim.
H3 = Moderate decay hazard. Timber is exposed to weather but not in ground contact. eg. Fence rails.
H4 = A high decay hazard. Timber is exposed to the ground and fresh water. For example: sawn timber, fence posts, retaining walls, horticultural poles.
H5 = Severe decay hazard, eg. building piles and poles
H6 = A marine hazard or water immersion, eg. marine piles.
This is a guideline of the hazard classes and the appropriate preservative treatment required. If you are in any doubt about which treatment you require, please contact your local Mitre 10 store and ask for advice.
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