glossary
Weathering
Changes caused by sunlight, moisture and temperature exposure. Colour retention and retained mechanical performance are different outcomes. Names and abbreviations: outdoor ageing. Related terms: Tensile strength; Slip resistance. Sources: https://research.fs.usda.gov/download/treesearch/42497.pdf, https://research.fs.usda.gov/treesearch/68010
Sources & further reading
- USDA Forest Products Laboratory — Wood/Nonwood Thermoplastic Composites ↗USDA Forest Products Laboratory · web · 2026-10-17
- USDA Forest Products Laboratory — Fungal and moisture durability of WPC ↗USDA Forest Products Laboratory · web · 2026-10-17