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Re:Building future cities out of timber could save 100B tons... by mrpopo on Wednesday September 07, 2022 @04:48AM (#32748180)
When done properly, wood charring actually strengthens the wood by drawing out moisture. Charred wood is also more fire-resistant, repels insects and doesn't rot.

Of course all this can be achieved differently but charring usually lasts much longer than other surface treatments.

It used to be common in Japan (yakisugi) but I assume this must have been common throughout the world.

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Re:Building future cities out of timber could save 100B tons... by njarboe on Wednesday September 07, 2022 @11:31AM (#32751966)
My neighbors large barn in the gold country of California has support pillars under the floor that were treated by charing. Built around 1890 and they are still in good shape.
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