Inadequate and non-uniform penetration of preservatives into refractory wood species is a
main concern in the wood preservation industry for pressure processes. Although the …

The principle of wood impregnation entails treating wood with a monomer/impregnating
agent that diffuses into the cell walls, often followed by polymerization to change desired …

A novel environmentally friendly method for in situ formation of CaCO3 deep inside a wood's
structure is presented. The method is based on vacuum-pressure impregnation using a one …

The effect of steam explosion treatment (SE) on the appearance and water permeability of
solid beech, poplar, and spruce wood was investigated. Wooden test specimens were steam …

Despite presenting global relevance and satisfactory mechanical properties for structural
applications, the Portuguese eucalyptus, southern blue gum (Eucalyptus globulus Labill.) …

Even in dry state, wood can be prone to biological degradation. Preservation is a
prerequisite to confer protection and durability to wood. This is conventionally achieved by …

Abstract Effects of cryogenic treatment on the chemical, physical, and mechanical properties
of oriental spruce wood, which was heat-treated with the Thermowood® method, were …

Gas and liquid permeabilities of wood are of utmost importance for numerous applications in
the wood industry. This is a review study timeline on the technology advancement of the …

This study aimed to investigate the combined effect of steaming and heating on the
equilibrium moisture content (EMC) of Turkey oak (Quercus cerris L.) wood over a nine-year …

La impregnación con sales de boro es una alternativa tecnológica para la protección de la
madera al biodeterioro. El objetivo de la investigación fue determinar la densidad de la …