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Nota de aplicación

Oleaginous liquid derived from coal tar that is widely used as a wood preservative because it is toxic to wood-destroying organisms. It is commonly applied to utility poles or pilings. It is dark in color and has a characteristic odor. Wood treated with coal tar creosote cannot be painted, and is not used in interior applications or on finished lumber.

Referencias bibliográficas

  1. Ernst, Richard, "Diccionario de la técnica industrial. Inglés Español", vol. I, Herder Editorial, España, Barcelona, 2004, p. 352

Términos alternativos

destilado de alquitrán de hulla

  1. Putnam, Robert E; Carlson, G. E., "Diccionario de arquitectura, construcción y obras públicas", Editorial Paraninfo, Madrid, 1998, p. 132

Ubicación jerarquía

Tipo de término