#$%^&*AU2010257336B220150709.pdf#####ABSTRACT Wood is treated with a film-forming silicone emulsion 5 composition, a boron compound, and a di- or trivalent metal salt. The wood can be endowed with water repellency, water absorption prevention, dimensional stability, termite control and antifungal properties without altering the appearance and quality of wood. The treatment is also effective in 10 preventing the boron compound from being leached out in water.