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What Is Oriented Strand Board (OSB)? Oriented Strand Board is an engineered, composite wood-based panel product that is made from thin wood strands. More than 50 layers of thin strands are used to make one sheet of OSB. The OSB panels are often used as roofing materials. (more…)
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Plywood Uses in Construction
What Are the Uses of Plywood in Construction? The construction industry is continually evolving, and there is a relentless search for better building materials. Over the years, there has been the development of building materials to overcome problems associated with traditional materials like wood. (more…)
Can You Paint Over Veneered MDF?
A veneer is a thin layer of wood, usually hardwood, that is bonded to MDF. The layers is usually an eighth of an inch or thinner. This layer gives the MDF a solid feel and look. (more…)
Is OSB Board Waterproof?
OSB substrate for water-resistant systems is a very practical construction method. This plate type is a versatile and extremely durable building material. OSB is a material that is used in many areas of construction. This is intended cover material; Used for floor, roof, ceiling, and walls. (more…)
Flame Retardant Wood FAQs
What is a flame retardant wood? Flame retardant wood does not ignite in case of a fire. It is treated in with anti-combustion elements that prevent the combining of all the necessary conditions for burning. This way, the wood slows the spread of fire where it is used. (more…)
MDF vs Plywood Comparison
Medium Density Fibreboard MDF or medium density fibreboard are made from the fibres of different board is hardwoods and softwoods that are then combined with wax and a resin adhesive with high pressure and heat. MDF panels are smooth to the touch and have no visible wood grain. (more…)
Top Tips For Your Oriented Strand Board
Oriented Strand Board (OSB) is a form of manufactured wood, just like particleboard. Compressing several layers of wood strands and adhesives in specific ratios form OSB. The material has a variegated and rough surface where the individual strips lie across each other unevenly, creating a variety of thicknesses and types. (more…)
Melamine Faced Plywood Benefits
Melamine Faced Plywood Board Benefits, Products and Category Melamine is a durable and shatter-resistance organic-based compound that is used as an overlay for Medium Density Fibreboard (MDF) and chipboards. (more…)
What Is Scant Timber Used For
Scant timber is a type of timber that is used in building a none load-bearing wall partition. It is used as rafter material, which is also referred to as ‘framing.’ When the framing is constructed, the frame panel is faced, by the joiner with plasterboards. Sometimes the timber is used as cavity filler or acoustic…
Different Types of Chipboard
There is a wide range of chipboards, and they can be used for an array of reasons. If you are interested in T&G chipboard flooring, this brief list might be of interest. (more…)