This European Standard specifies a method for the leaching of test specimens of wood which are used in the testing of the biological efficacy of wood preservatives.
This standard is applicable to:
a) the pre-conditioning of test specimens prior to their being subjected to a biological test; or
b) assessment of loss of effectiveness by comparing the performance in a biological test of treated test specimens subjected to this procedure with others that have not undergone any leaching procedure.
NOTE. The method may also be used for pre-conditioning of wood-based panel products which may or may not have received preservative treatment.
BS EN 84:1997 history
2020BS EN 84:2020 Durability of wood and wood-based products. Accelerated ageing of treated wood prior to biological testing. Leaching procedure
1997BS EN 84:1997 Wood preservatives - Accelerated ageing of treated wood prior to biological testing - Leaching procedure