There’s a “Smooth Criminal” living in your home.
Ever heard of dry rot? In the world of wood, dry rot is an undercover supervillain with a taste for timber. Let’s unravel how dry rot covertly transforms robust wood into something resembling a cheese puff.
Serpula Lacrymans sounds like a character from a Roman epic, but it’s actually a fungus that’s found on homes all over the world. S. Lacrymans has the ability to turn strong timber into weak, crumbly, and frankly, pathetic wood.
The dry rot spore thrives in moist environments, particularly wood with a moisture content of at least 20%. Leaky pipes, humid air, or even enthusiastic houseplants can provide this.
Dry rot produces enzymes, the biological equivalent of tiny chainsaws, breaking down cellulose and hemicellulose in wood. These components are like the wood’s skeleton, so imagine dry rot as a teeny-tiny osteoporosis condition for wood.
Detecting dry rot can be somewhat challenging, as it likes to disguise its damage as other common wood damages. Early signs might be a spongy feel or a slight discoloration. Advanced dry rot? Think wood that crumbles like a stale cookie.
Do you think you may have spotted dry rot on your home? Fear not, for Rogall + Co. is here with their scientific arsenal to combat this timber terrorist.
Understanding the enemy is half the battle, and with Rogall + Co. on your side, your wood stands more than a fighting chance against this sneaky adversary. Remember, in the world of wood, knowledge (and a good sense of humor) is power!
