Weathering resistance of thermally modified wood finished with coatings of diverse formulations
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DOI: 10.1016/j.porgcoat.2018.02.015
Abstract: Abstract Thermal modification processes significant affect the chemical configuration of the wood matrix improving moisture-related properties and material durability. In addition, the distinctive dark tones of heat-treated timber increase the economic value of several light-colored… read more here.
Keywords: weathering resistance; resistance thermally; surface; thermally modified ... See more keywords
Enhancing weathering resistance of wood by using bark extractives as natural photostabilizers in polyurethane-acrylate coating
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DOI: 10.1016/j.porgcoat.2020.105665
Abstract: Abstract In this study, Chinese fir bark was extracted separately by three solvents including sodium hydroxide, 95% ethanol, and hot water, and the obtained extractives were labelled as NaE, EtE, and HWE correspondingly. The ultraviolet… read more here.
Keywords: bark; polyurethane acrylate; weathering resistance; bark extractives ... See more keywords
Artificial Weathering Resistance Test Methods for Building Performance Assessment of Profiles Made of Natural Fibre-Reinforced Polymer Composites
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DOI: 10.3390/ma15010296
Abstract: A growing popularity of profiles made of natural fibre-reinforced polymer composites in civil engineering encourages determining test methods relevant for building performance assessment. Weathering resistance is among the key aspects that condition the durability of… read more here.
Keywords: test methods; weathering resistance; exposure; profiles made ... See more keywords