Contents: Foreword. Preface. 1. Introduction. 2. Staining in rattan. 3. Factors influencing the development of staining. 4. Powder-post beetle infestation. 5. Protection against fungal staining and deterioration. 6. Methods of protective chemical treatment. 7. Spraying. 8. Soaking. 9. Cut-ends dipping. 10. Powder-post beetle infestation. 11. Preparation of treatment tank. 12. Remedial treatment against staining and deterioration. 13. Handling protective chemicals treated rattan. 14. Economics of protective chemical treatment. 15. Important points for improving the quality of raw material. 16. Preparation of protective chemical solution. 17. Caution in handling chemicals. References.  

From the preface: "This handbook covers different methods of preservative treatments against staining fungi and powder-post beetles, preparation of improvised treatment tank at the rattan felling site, remedial treatment, handling of treated rattan, economics of the protective chemical treatment, etc. Some important points for improving and maintaining the quality of raw material are also suggested.

This handbook will be of immense use to the small-scale as well as large-scale units involved with rattan harvesting, processing, and rattan dealers and artisans."