Solidification is the most widely applied treatment method for radioactive waste, and cement
is the most commonly used material for the immobilization of radionuclides, due to its …

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 market for durable products using modified wood has increased substantially during the
last few years. This is partly because of the restriction on the use of toxic preservatives due …

Recently, the use of natural fibres as a sustainable alternative for reinforcements in cement-
based materials has increased significantly. However, these lignocellulose fibres containing …

Wood-wood cement boards (WWCB) have been extensively used as ceiling tiles or
insulating walls thanks to their good thermal and acoustic properties. Nowadays, the trend is …

Alkaloids like caffeine are well-known compounds of natural origin, economically suitable
and commercial available, which could facilitate their future use for wood protection. The aim …

The demand for construction timber is continuously increasing, due to its favourable
characteristics. However, the adequate protection of wood is key to its successful use, as it is …

(Quercus), sweet chestnut (Castanea sativa), European larch (Larix decidua), Scots pine
heartwood and sapwood (Pinus sylvestris), Norway spruce (Picea abies), and beech (Fagus …

Desired retention and depth into wood are necessary for wood preservatives to provide long-
term durability. In general, heartwood of wood is difficult to treat, and bioincising was …

The long-term protection of bamboo against mold fungi remains a challenge in anti-mold
technology, primarily due to the abundance of nutrients within bamboo cell lumens and the …