Particularly in the restoration of listed buildings, the goal is to preserve the existing structure despite damage. In the case of severely damaged but structurally relevant wooden components, complete replacement of the elements has usually been unavoidable.
Previously used restoration materials are solidly filled and have a density of approximately 2 g/cm³, which can lead to further stress on the material being preserved. Furthermore, the thermal conductivity of the applied material is usually higher than that of the wood, which can lead to the undesirable formation of thermal bridges. Condensation can contribute to further biotic damage to the wood.
Furthermore, solidly filled materials are very difficult to machine, and nails or screws cannot be inserted without pre-drilling.
Competitive advantage:
The unique selling point of the material lies in its combination of sufficiently high strength, even for the structural reinforcement of damaged wooden components, and the ability to firmly insert common wood fasteners (nails, especially screws) without pre-drilling.
Furthermore, the material has an extremely low density and low thermal conductivity.
The material forms an excellent bond with wood and other polar substrates (e.g., rocks).
In its uncured state, it can be shaped into almost any shape and applied vertically and overhead. Once cured, it can be machined with woodworking tools and cut to any size.