NO, by far.....there are only a few Indonesian hardwood species which are more or less termite resistant. Despite claims of most, - if not all -, other companies that Merbau and Bangkirai is 100% termite resistant IT IS NOT, since in most cases a mix of sap wood and heartwood is used.Only the use of sole heartwood gives full protection. technical data sheet from the Australian timber base sheds some light on the termite resistance of Merbau and can be found at http://www.timber.net.au/?option=com_species&name=Merbau&Itemid=441 This article clearly indicates that only Merbau heartwood is termite resistant.
Northern Ireland is located on the island of Ireland and is administratively part of the United Kingdom. Northern Ireland has stunning landscapes and scenery. Despite its former reputation as being violent and dangerous the political situation has stabilised quite a bit. Derry, or Londonderry (the Maiden City) âOn the banks of the Foyle River is the second city of Northern Ireland and fourth city of Ireland is well worth a visit for its famous stone city walls (which date from the 16th century and are the only complete city walls in Ireland).
Northern Ireland and the Troubles. A map of Northern Ireland, which sits on the north-east tip of the Irish landmass. Northern Ireland is a place of natural beauty, mystery and Celtic charm.The recent history of Northern Ireland, however, has been marred by political tension, sectarian feuding and paramilitary thuggery.n the last three decades of the 20th century, the world watched in despair as Northern Ireland collapsed into unrest and violence. The Troubles, as this period is euphemistically known, began in 1968.