The Hovenia dulcis Thunb., is a kind of excellent physical and mechanical properties and easy workability, allowing its use for various purposes, such as fence posts. When in direct contact with the soil, however, the wood ...

The shortage of species that are resistant to biological deterioration has forced man to use less durable, mainly fast-growing, reforestations, such as some species of Eucalyptus and Pinus. These species have moderate or ...

The shortage of species that are resistant to biological deterioration has forced man to use less durable, mainly fast-growing, reforestations, such as some species of Eucalyptus and Pinus. These species have moderate or ...

The protection of cultural heritage is an integral part of the world´s material wealth. The cultural heritage, movable and immovable, together with the natural environment, represents values that contribute to the education ...

In Brazil, the exploration and use of the Hevea brasiliensis Mull Arg. wood at the end of the latex production cycle from 30 to 35 years, is practically unknown. However, one of the most significant problems with its use ...

Among the decomposing agents, the xylophagous organisms are the main ones responsible for great damages in the production of wood. The use of chemical products, for an extended time, has the implication of the emergence ...

The Wood, because of its organic origin, depending on environmental conditions that is exposed can be damaged by biological agents. In view of this becomes very important that the same pass for any preservative treatment, ...