Accession Number:

AD0770823

Title:

Weathering Characteristics of Particleboard.

Descriptive Note:

Forest Service research paper,

Corporate Author:

FOREST PRODUCTS LAB MADISON WIS

Personal Author(s):

• Geimer,Robert L.
• Heebink,Bruce G.
• Hefty,F. V.

Report Date:

1973-01-01

Pagination or Media Count:

24.0

Abstract:

Thirty-two types of boards were constructed with varying components, levels of additives, and pre-, post-, and surface treatments. The report includes previous unpublished data pertaining to a study of component variables, and describes the effects of weathering on steam post-treated boards. Author

Descriptors:

• *Composite materials
• *Wood
• *Weathering
• Construction materials
• Aging(Materials)
• Accelerated testing
• Exposure(General)
• Expansion
• Strength(Mechanics)

Subject Categories:

• Wood, Paper and Related Forestry Products

Distribution Statement:

APPROVED FOR PUBLIC RELEASE