New insights into wood modification

To validate the properties of the NewWave products and replace fossil-based and toxic preservatives—such as copper salts, organic biocides, and creosote—with an entirely bio-based alternative, further tests have been performed by the partner FORECO. Operating at bench scale, the primary objective was to conduct a systematic evaluation to identify the optimal chemical formulations among 10 different options. This phase provided fundamental insights into the interaction between the formulas and the wood under controlled conditions, while minimizing material consumption.