Natural abundance, much higher strength per unit weight than most inorganic fillers, lower
density and their biodegradable nature make natural fillers attractive as reinforcements of …

Wood is a truly sustainable and aesthetically pleasant material used in indoor and outdoor
applications. Every material, including wood, is expected to have long-term durability and to …

The degradable nature of high-performance, wood-based materials is an attractive
advantage when considering environmental factors such as sustainability, recycling, and …

Transparent wood composite (TWC) is an emerging material which combines good optical
and mechanical properties with potential applications in smart windows, energy efficient …

Poplar wood fibers were chemically modified by esterification (acetate, propionate,
benzoate) and then compounded with high density polyethylene (HDPE) into wood plastic …

Nanoparticles of some of the inorganic metal oxides are known to absorb UV radiation. In
this study, the UV resistance of rubberwood (Hevea brasiliensis) coated with zinc oxide …

Timber cladding has been used since historical times as a locally available, affordable
weather protection option. Nowadays, interest in timber cladding is again increasing …

Inorganic UV absorbers which are widely used today were originally designed neither as a
UV blocker in coatings applications, nor for wood protection. In recent years however, there …

The goal of a durable exterior clear coating has eluded generations of coatings
technologists, despite long-standing desire amongst the public for such a coating. The …

Utilizing treated plant fibers in fiber-modified asphalt could reduce reliance on
nonrenewable resources, contributing to environmental sustainability. To promote the …