Plies of lyocell/PLA prepreg and wood veneer were hand laid onto the mold and then vacuum bagged before heating in a 2 × 2 × 14-meter oven to 180°C for 3 hours. Molded elements were then assembled ...

Apollor and Rettenmaier have been partnering to develop starch-wood fibre composites (Figure 1). Rettenmaier is also working with FuturaMat to propose a PLA-wood fibre compound, and carrying out joint ...

If you can't find the perfect front door, you can create one! This is a great budget-friendly alternative to replacing your door entirely if you want the warm, textured look of real wood.