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Revision as of 00:06, 24 April 2019
Basics
- For better or for worse, wood is biodegradable
- on one hand we don't have a crisis like we do with plastic waste
- On the other hand wood products (especially n the construction sector) often get rotten by microrganisms, eaten by pests, or damaged by humidity levels
- This page explores sustainable methods to adress this
Methods
Chemical
Borate compounds
Iron Sulphate
- Iron Sulphate - this says cost is $0.01/sqft: http://buildingtree.ca/products-page/concrete-finishes/ferrous-sulphate-powder/
Ferrous sulphate
Potassium silicate
Heat
Charring with a torch
Paint
- Silicate Paints [2]. Also sol-silicate paints.
- Sodium silicate -waterglass - [3]. FPL work in Madison, with soak then 2.5% phosphoric acid to polymerize water glass.
See Also
Useful Links
- Good info here: https://permies.com/t/42996/Wood-Preservatives
- Another brand/supplier: http://www.valhalco.com/why-use-lifetime-wood-stain.php