Dimethyloldihydroxyethyleneurea (DMDHEU) is being used in textile industry to improve wrinkle recovery. Trials on solid wood have been performed to minimise swelling of the wood. This paper focuses on the effect of various types and concentrations of catalyst and reaction temperature on the dimensional stability of Scots pine. Three different catalysts, NKS (based on magnesium chloride), 3282 (based on aluminium chloride) and citric acid have been tried separately or in combination with tartaric acid. Reaction temperatures between 100° and 125°C have been investigated. The results showed that an anti shrink efficiency of up to 50% can be obtained.

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