Why are the ends of the steaks charred before being pounded into the ground? Old method log cabin construction.

Question

Why are the ends of the steaks charred before being pounded into the ground? Old method log cabin construction.

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Answer 1

Charcoal and ash have very weak glue like (cementious) properties, which helps seal the ends of wood fibers which would otherwise suck moisture out of the ground into the wood.