Manufactured boards.

Question 1

Define man made board:

Answer 1

A sheet based composite.

Question 2

Advantages of manufactured boards.

Answer 2

No size constraints, no defects, made using low grade recycled wood and wide range of finishes can be applied.

Question 3

Disadvantages of manufactured boards.

Answer 3

The adhesives used to bond the boards can contain hazardous particles, machining and sanding boards cause small particles of dust to be released which should not be breathed in as well as tools can blunt easily.

Question 4

MDF characteristics and example uses.

Answer 4

characteristics: rigid, stable, good value with smooth easy to finish surface, but very absorbent so not good in damp areas.
example uses: flat pack furniture, kitchen units and internal construction.

Question 5

Plywood characteristics and examples:

Answer 5

characteristics: stable in all directions

example uses: furniture, shelving and construction including exterior.

Question 6

Chipboard characteristics and example uses:

Answer 6

characteristics: excellent compressive strength, not water resistant and prone to chips on the corners.
example uses: flooring, low end furniture, kitchen units and work tops.

Question 7

What are laminates/veneers used for?

Answer 7

Manufactured boards often have a n unattractive finish so a laminate(thin layers of plastic) is applied or a veneer(a thin layer of natural wood),