Creosote is primarily used as a wood preservative to protect against rot and insects, extending the lifespan of timber. It's also used in some medicinal applications and as a component in certain industrial processes.
Creosote from a chimney should not be used as a preservative. Creosote is a toxic substance that contains chemicals harmful to humans and the environment. It is not approved for use as a preservative for wood or other materials. It is important to dispose of creosote properly to prevent contamination.
The two main types of creosote are made from wood-tar and coal-tar. Creosote is distilled from these different types of tar and used for varying purposes such as astringent, laxative, and anti-septic.
You have given a double meaning - if it's untreated, then there is NO creosote. If there IS creosote then it IS treated. -Which is it to be.
Mr Creosote was created in 1983.
the creosote bush lives in the desert
Creosote has a history as a skin irritant as well as a cancer causing agent. the fumes can irritate lungs as well. See the attached website.
Creosote bushes have been used to make tea, you brew a teaspoon of leaves in boiling water for 5 mins and serve! Creosote is know for having healing properties and Native Americans used it as a salve for treating wounds, skin complaints and sexually transmitted diseases. You can also use it as a decongestant for the common cold, brew leaves in boiling water and then breath in the steam - the vapours will clear your nose. Creosote is currently under trial as a cure for cancer.
Moth balls will indeed remove creosote in small amounts. An example would be creosote residue in a wood burning stove pipe.
is creosote safe for wooden dog runs
It is recommended to hire a professional chimney sweep to clean out creosote from the chimney. Creosote is flammable and can pose a fire hazard, so it is important to have it removed safely and thoroughly. Regular chimney inspections and cleanings can help prevent creosote buildup in the future.
probably a little, Creosote is a carcinogenic that has been baned in many country's.
The scientific name for creosote bush is Larrea tridentata.