THIN-LAYER LIGNOCELLULOSE COMPOSITES HAVING INCREASED RESISTANCE TO MOISTURE AND METHODS OF MAKING THE SAME

摘要

A method of pressing a lignocellulosic composite mixture into thin-layers using flat or molded dies at conditions of elevated temperature and pressure is disclosed. The method includes the steps of forming the mixture into a loose mat, coating at least one die surface with an anti-bonding agent which comprises silane or silicone, baking the anti-bonding agent onto the die surface at a temperature greater than 149°C (300°F) for 1-4 hours and pressing the lignocellulosic composite mixture with the dies into a thin layer lignocellulosic composite.