wood-based materials [2]

Materials obtained when a log is converted; also when various wood elements are assembled or agglomerated.

particle board

Board made from sawdust mixed with glue, then pressed at a high temperature to bond them.

perforated hardboard

plastic-laminated particle board

Particle board with a melamine surface layer that is hard, smooth and easy to wash.

hardboard

Smooth and homogeneous board made when minuscule wood fibers are soaked in resin and pressed at a high temperature.

waferboard

Panel made from wood chips mixed with glue, then pressed at a high temperature to bond them.