ACQ lumber

[hardworkingstiff]

I dawned on me that I might have a problem. I installed an 800-amp panel on a panel wall constructed of ACQ lumber. I used stainless steel lags and washer, but the panel is painted metal.

Any thoughts on this? Do you think I need to go back and insulate the panel from the lumber?

 

[tshea]

Here's a FAQ on ACQ Lumber
http://www.sutherlands.com/acq.htm

Personally I don't see a problem, unless I'm missing something.

 

[hardworkingstiff]

http://www.lake-states-lumber.com/Templates/NFBA-corrosionarticle.pdf#search='ACQ%20lumber'

I read this report today, and it made me think. I've also seen galvanized steel reinforcement in docks corrode within 2 months of them being installed.

I didn't know if anyone had any problems or knowledge.

Also,
http://www.deckplans.com/ubb/Forum1/HTML/001731.html
this was interesting.