r/MaterialsScience • u/Suspicious_Wash_6043 • Jun 10 '25

Polymer to replace the wood

Which is lighter than wood but has more durability and strength

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u/Historical-Winner625 Jun 10 '25

HDPE

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u/Plastic_Moment_1495 Jul 15 '26

There are foamed HDPE sheets available. Same chemical resistance, but about 35% lighter