Biological systems, adapted through millions of years of evolution with various functional
trade-offs, have emerged as a crucial source of inspiration for the design of advanced …

The research in nanotechnology, viz. the development of nanomaterials and
nanocomposites has widened their applications in various sectors. The heritage …

Wood has been used for thousands of years and remains an important material in the
construction industry, most often protected with coatings. Development of nanotechnology …

This study aims to assess the effect of two different amounts of bio a renewable black
pigment derived from wood waste on the durability of a bio-based wood paint. The effect of …

This work reviewed innovative wood surface treatments based on nanotechnology. It is well
documented in the literature that the cell walls of wood present significant porosity; this …

This study aims to assess the effect of two different colloidal silver amount on the durability
and biocidal activity of a water-borne wood paint. The influence of this multifunctional …

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 …

Flame retardants mitigate the threat of fire from inherently flammable wood and wood
products responsible for sustaining a high standard of living. Wood is one of the …

Natural wood is susceptible to weathering deteriorations and hence needs application of
coating to increase its service life during exterior use. Due to the environmental issues …

There has been a recent trend in wood conservation, involves studying new materials that
are more efficient, as well as improving existing materials that have interesting features such …