Laminating

Question 1

Melamine laminate

Answer 1

Low density laminate used to overlay materials such as MDF providing a durable plastic sheet.

Question 2

Melamine laminate benefits (4)

Answer 2

Durable
Choice
Cheap
Waterproof

Question 3

Melamine laminate Cons (2)

Answer 3

Can damage the board if not installed correctly

Will distort the board if wet

Question 4

Why would you use a melamine laminate?

Answer 4

Melamine laminate is used to make an otherwise non attractive product look more attractive by hiding the look and texture of the base material and replacing that with a nicer alternative.

Question 5

what are Plastic composites made from

Answer 5

Made from wood fibres and thermoplastic

Question 6

Plastic composites use (5)

Answer 6

Wood decking, railings, benches, window and door frames, and indoor furniture

Question 7

Manufacturing method

Answer 7

The most common method of production is to extrude the material into the desired shape, though injection molding is also used.

Question 8

Plastic composites advantages (2)

Answer 8

good workability and can be shaped using conventional woodworking tools
Recycles and reuses materials which have been wasted

Question 9

Plastic composites disadvantages (3)

Answer 9

Absorb water

Don’t corrode and are highly resistant to rot
Difficult to recycle after use