Properties of Hemp–Flax Composites for Use in the Building Industry

This article presents the results of research concerning lightweight composites produced on the basis of lime, cement, and clay binders, with the addition of perlite, hemp shives, and flax straw. Tests of physical and mechanical properties of composites were performed and their basic characteristics...

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Main Authors: Danuta Barnat-Hunek, Piotr Smarzewski, Przemysław Brzyski
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Taylor & Francis Group 2017-05-01
Series:Journal of Natural Fibers
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Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/15440478.2016.1212764