Expert opinions vary:
Some say that wood preservatives are essential to effectively protect wooden structures from UV rays, fungal and pest infestation.
But the camp of those who trust that wood has sufficient natural protection mechanisms against premature decay is growing ever larger. They rely - again - on the use of traditional experience when choosing the right time for felling, slow natural drying and much more.
Untreated wood becomes modern.
Thanks to the appropriate emphasis on the German word “modern”, I will definitely be right:
If someone is annoyed that their untreated wooden structure was gnawed away far too quickly by the “ravages of time”, I will say: I have always warned:
Untreated wood becomes modern.
However, if more and more woodworkers will be willing to learn again how to build their constructions in better harmony with nature so that they can stand the test of time without “chemical cudgels”, then I have always known it:
Untreated wood becomes modern.
We wish you good luck in using the fascinating material wood responsibly and have fun browsing my hobby website