Soot and Char - a real science lesson

For those who attended the VCDG session on "Soot and Char, More than what you see" earlier this month, you would have enjoyed a real deep dive into the science behind fire and the residue that it leaves behind. Jamie Jacobi of VA Sciences provided a thorough explanation of what happens to the material consumed in a fire and why that material just doesn't disappear. It just transforms

This of course presents a challenge to those who attend site in the early stages, as well as the restoration companies. Understanding what was burnt in the fire can help understand what chemical residues remain and how to best treat them.

Please see some photos from the night. You can also download a white paper on the topic below.