IIdentification of the harmful organisms

The collected fungal and insect samples are identified in the laboratory using light microscopy. If necessary, growth experiments are carried out for fungal analysis.

UExamination of material samples

To identify wood-destroying insects, analyses of the frass (boring dust) are carried out.

The wood species is identified microscopically.

BDetermination of wood moisture content

The wood moisture content can be determined on site, and additionally in the laboratory when determining the oven-dry density of the wood.

Aanalysis of Wood discoloration

Wood discoloration can have a variety of causes. The method for removing the discoloration must be tailored to the specific cause.

Wood treatment

BTreatment of wood with insect damage

Furniture and other wooden objects infested with live insects are treated in the laboratory by heat treatment or targeted preservative treatment.