Investigations in the chemical modification of rubberwood

Menon C C

Investigations in the chemical modification of rubberwood - The Proceedings of National Seminar on Processing and utilisation of Plantation Timbers and Bamboo, July 23-24 1998, IPIRTI, Bangalore, pp. 158-163. 1998 - 158-163

Process for chemical modification of rubberwood leading to multiple advantages like acquisition of resistance to biodecay, improvement of physical and mechanical properties and durability are outlined. The processesare characterized by the use of reactive components from the different chemically upgraded rubberwoods are presented.