1.   Decay occurs in areas where the wood stays wet, as in joints where rails meet post.

2.   Ergo, the wood stays wet and decay occurs.

3.   If wood stays wet, it will quickly decay.

4.   If the wood stays dry, it is likely to last indefinitely.

5.   Remember, if wood stays dry, or dries out between soakings, it can last virtually indefinitely.

6.   Union leaders said wood should stay in Maine, where it can be made into more valuable products such as lumber and furniture.