Welcome to another episode of the Heritage Buildings podcast.

Understanding Timber Decay with Tim Floyd: Insights from an Expert Architectural Materials Scientist

In this episode, Vincent welcomes Mr. Tim Floyd, a distinguished architectural materials scientist and chartered surveyor specialising in timber decay.

They discuss Tim's journey into the heritage field, notable projects, and his philosophy on managing timber decay through environmental control rather than aggressive chemical treatments.

Tim shares insights on identifying timber decay, common fungi and wood-boring insects in period properties, and the importance of maintaining ecological balances within buildings.

The episode also delves into modern challenges in the field and offers advice to both professionals and homeowners on preserving the integrity of wooden structures.

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Below is a more detailed breakdown of the video with relevant timestamps

00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome

01:12 Tim Floyd's Background and Career Journey

04:19 Understanding Timber Decay

16:53 Daily Routine of a Timber Decay Specialist

28:31 Interesting Projects and Case Studies

35:53 Exploring Timber Composites

36:00 Common Causes of Timber Decay

39:01 Impact of Modern Materials on Timber

39:53 Understanding Timber Quality and Biodeterioration

48:08 Fungi in Period Properties

52:28 Wood Boring Insects

01:00:51 Challenges and Advice for Timber Preservation

01:07:46 Conclusion and Resources

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Connect with Tim Floyd using the links below:

Website: https://floydconsulting.co.uk

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