Wood treatment compositions having antimicrobial properties

Abstract

The present application relates to wood treatment. More specifically, the present application relates to wood treatment compositions having antimicrobial properties, methods using the same and wood products treated therewith. The present application includes a wood treatment composition comprising: an antimicrobial additive comprising at least one tannin; and a water-based solvent. The present application also includes a method for treating a wood product to stop or prevent microbial growth applying a wood treatment composition on the wood product, and optionally applying a wax; wherein applying the wood treatment composition comprises heating at least one surface of the wood product and impregnating the composition.

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