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Suspended timber floors - Protection from termites

Timber floors can be protected from termites by providing metal shields that force the termites out into the open for easy detection. Adequate space must be provided under the floor to allow for inspection.

Diagram of metal shield under a timber floor.

Alternatively, the systems using graded stone, stainless steel mesh or chemical treatments can be considered.

Diagram showing position of graded stone, stainless steel mesh or chemical treatment under timber floor.