Studying the Wettability and Bonding Properties of Acetylated Hornbeam Wood Using PVAc and PUR Adhesives

The present study aimed to determine how acetylation affected the bonding properties of European hornbeam wood. The research was supplemented with the investigation of wetting properties, wood shear strength, and microscopical studies of bonded wood, as these all have strong relationships with wood bonding. Acetylation was carried out on an industrial scale. Acetylated hornbeam showed a higher contact angle and lower surface energy than untreated hornbeam. Although the adhesion of the acetylated wood surface is lower due to its lower polarity and porosity, the bonding strength of acetylated hornbeam was similar to that of untreated hornbeam when bonded with PVAc D3 adhesive, and it was higher in the case of PVAc D4 and PUR adhesives. Microscopical studies proved these findings. After acetylation, hornbeam could be used in applications where it is exposed to moisture, as its bonding strength after soaking or boiling in water was significantly higher than that of untreated hornbeam.

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