Dry Rot Collection

Mushroom and fungi varieties. Including chanterelle (girole, chanterelle), sickener (russule)
FLO4684675 Mushroom and fungi varieties. Including chanterelle (girole, chanterelle), sickener (russule), fly agaric (amanite kills fly), dry rot (merule), death cap (phalloid amanite)

Sniffer honeybee detector. Honeybee (Apis melifera) head protruding from a cartridge that forms part of a chemical vapour detection device

Dry rot fungus. Dry rot, unlike its name suggests, infects damp timber. The term refers to the growth of either of two fungi

SEM of dry rot in plywood

Dry rot fungus, SEM
Dry rot fungus. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of dry rot in a piece of domestic plywood. Dry rot is a fungus (Serpula lachrymans) which infects damp timber

Rotten wood, SEM
Rotten wood. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a piece of domestic plywood infected with dry rot fungus. The structure of the wood is seen here

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Dry rot is a destructive menace that silently eats away at the structural integrity of wooden structures, leaving behind nothing but rotten wood. In this captivating engraving from The Architect's, Surveyors and Engineers Compendium of 1892, we catch a glimpse of the devastating effects caused by this insidious fungus. As if taken straight out of a horror story, the image showcases the relentless nature as it engulfs beams and pillars in its decaying grip. The intricate details captured in this engraving serve as a chilling reminder of the havoc wreaked by this fungal invader. But fear not. Just like an expert detective on the case, nature has provided us with an unlikely hero - the sniffer honeybee detector. These incredible insects possess an innate ability to detect dry rot fungus through their keen sense of smell. With their assistance, we can identify and address areas affected by dry rot before irreparable damage occurs. The repeated mention of "Sniffer honeybee detector" emphasizes how crucial these tiny yet remarkable creatures are in our battle against dry rot. Their unique talent enables us to locate hidden pockets of decay that may otherwise go unnoticed until it's too late. While prevention is always preferable when dealing with dry rot, sometimes detection comes too late. Once identified, immediate action must be taken to eradicate the fungus and restore stability to compromised structures. This requires meticulous attention to detail and expertise from professionals well-versed in combating this persistent enemy. Dry rot remains a formidable adversary for any wooden structure even after centuries since its depiction in historical publications like The Architect's Compendium. However, thanks to advancements such as sniffer honeybee detectors and increased knowledge about tackling this issue head-on, we have better tools than ever before to combat its destructive presence effectively.