APPLICATIONS OF WOOD MATERIALS
Keywords:
Wood materials, construction, furniture, engineered wood, wood composites, biomass energy, sustainability, wood treatment, cross-laminated timber, nanocelluloseAbstract
Wood materials have been used by humans for thousands of years due to their versatility, availability, and excellent mechanical properties. Today, wood continues to be a fundamental raw material across various industries, ranging from construction and furniture manufacturing to paper production and energy generation. This paper provides a comprehensive overview of the diverse applications of wood materials, examining the physical and chemical properties that make wood suitable for different uses. The study analyzes the role of wood in construction, including structural frameworks, flooring, and finishing. Furniture production utilizes wood for its aesthetic appeal, workability, and durability. Additionally, wood serves as a raw material for engineered products like plywood, particleboard, and fiberboard, which offer enhanced performance characteristics for specialized applications.
