Dimensional stabilization of wood with dimethylol compounds
IRG/WP 3412
D D Nicholas, A D Williams
This study showed that a substantial degree of dimensional stability can be imparted to wood by crosslinking with low concentrations of dimethyloldihydroxyethyleneurea. It was demonstrated that by selecting the right catalyst system the cure temperature can be reduced to the point that strength loss of the treated wood is minimized.