ANSI/ASTM D4446:1996
Test Method for Determining the Anti-Swelling Effectiveness of Water-Repellent Formulations and Differential Swelling of Untreated Wood when Exposed to Liquid Water Environments

Standard No.

ANSI/ASTM D4446:1996

Release Date

1996

Published By

American National Standards Institute （ANSI)

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ANSI/ASTM D4446:1996

Scope

This test method is designed to evaluate the effectiveness of water-repellent compositions for retarding dimensional changes in coated wood submerged in water. It can also be used to measure the differential swelling of untreated wood when exposed to liquid water environments. The compositions tested are designed to be mixed until uniform and applied by brush, roller, dip or spray to an exterior wood surface. The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the standard. The values given in parentheses are for information only. This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

ANSI/ASTM D4446:1996 history

• 1996 ANSI/ASTM D4446:1996 Test Method for Determining the Anti-Swelling Effectiveness of Water-Repellent Formulations and Differential Swelling of Untreated Wood when Exposed to Liquid Water Environments