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|summary=In the Biobased Wet Cell project, researchers are looking to use biobased materials to make water-resistant wall panels for wet rooms, such as a bathroom. Marianna Coelho from the Biobased Building lectorate at HZ University of Applied Sciences is leading the project, which runs until the end of 2025. | |summary=In the Biobased Wet Cell project, researchers are looking to use biobased materials to make water-resistant wall panels for wet rooms, such as a bathroom. Marianna Coelho from the Biobased Building lectorate at HZ University of Applied Sciences is leading the project, which runs until the end of 2025. | ||
Biobased Wet Cell develops water-resistant wall panels for humid spaces (e.g., bathrooms) using geopolymeric or alkali-activated materials combined with seaweed-derived alginate and natural fibers. By replacing some sand and gravel with pretreated fibers, the panels become lighter, stronger (flexural strength roughly doubles), and better insulated (thermal and acoustic), while still meeting durability requirements. Alginate acts as a binder, and its extraction is integrated with fiber pretreatment in a single alkaline process—streamlining production and cutting CO₂ emissions. After optimizing geopolymer mixes, prototypes are tested with students and industry partners; a full wet-cell installation will follow, preparing this biobased solution for real-world use. This RAAK SME–funded project fosters collaboration between knowledge institutions and companies to advance sustainable building materials. | Biobased Wet Cell develops water-resistant wall panels for humid spaces (e.g., bathrooms) using geopolymeric or alkali-activated materials combined with seaweed-derived alginate and natural fibers. By replacing some sand and gravel with pretreated fibers, the panels become lighter, stronger (flexural strength roughly doubles), and better insulated (thermal and acoustic), while still meeting durability requirements. Alginate acts as a binder, and its extraction is integrated with fiber pretreatment in a single alkaline process—streamlining production and cutting CO₂ emissions. After optimizing geopolymer mixes, prototypes are tested with students and industry partners; a full wet-cell installation will follow, preparing this biobased solution for real-world use. This RAAK SME–funded project fosters collaboration between knowledge institutions and companies to advance sustainable building materials. | ||
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