In article , Peter Taylor
writes
He's also wrong about Dry Rot. Dry rot is so called because (A) it requires
drier conditions than wet rots and (B) it transports its own moisture and
attacks dry timber. That's why it is necessary to eradicate it, not just cut
off the source of moisture as he says.

There is extensive dry rot in Brighton Pavilion but they cannot do as
you suggest (remove it)- all they do is carefully maintain the
temperature and humidity.
--
Andrew