Investigation of Impregnation Approach of Zinc Oxide Nano-Dispersions for Potential UV Stabilization in Abies alba and Fagus sylvatica

• Published in: Compounds Vol. 3; no. 4; pp. 561 - 572
• Main Authors: Sommerauer, Lukas, Petutschnigg, Alexander, Schnabel, Thomas
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: MDPI AG 01.12.2023
• Subjects: impregnation; nanoparticles; UV-stabilization; wood degradation; zinc oxide

As biological material, wood is distinctly affected by to various environmental influences during use. Reductions in durability can come from ultraviolet (UV) radiation, insects, fungi, and microorganisms in both exterior and interior applications. Wood can be easily protected from living organisms...