A Treatise Containing The Results Of Numerous Experiments On The Preservation Of Timber From Premature Decay (1817) : Kessinger Publishing : 9781120133199 : 112013319X : 24 Sep 2009 : A Treatise Containing The Results Of Numerous Experiments On The Preservation Of Timber From Premature Decay is a book written by William Chapman in 1817. The book is a comprehensive study of the various methods that can be used to preserve timber and prevent it from decaying prematurely. Chapman's work is based on numerous experiments that he conducted over a period of several years, and he presents his findings in a clear and concise manner.The book is divided into several sections, each of which deals with a different aspect of timber preservation. Chapman begins by discussing the various causes of decay in timber, including moisture, insects, and fungi. He then goes on to describe the different methods that can be used to prevent decay, including the use of chemicals, heat treatment, and mechanical me