Dimensional Stability of Poplar Wood by Paraffin Emulsion, Quaternary Ammonium and Hydrated Starch using Full-cell Treatment

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The dimensional stability of wood is an important property for outdoor applications.
In this study, the dimensional stabilization of poplar wood (Populus Alba) by applying emulsion of paraffin, quaternary ammonium and starch was investigated. Paraffin at three levels of 0%, 3%, 5%, quaternary ammonium at three levels of 0%, 1.5%, 2.5% and starch at three levels of 0%, 1% and 2% were selected as variables. Some physical characteristics including longitudinal, tangential and radial swelling were determined. Based on the results, for optimizing physical properties, the treatment of 5% paraffin, 0-1.5% quaternary ammonium and 0-1% starch was recommended.
 

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Iranian Journal of Wood and Paper Industries
Volume 1, Issue 1 - Serial Number 1
January 2011
Pages 79-88

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