Blockboards and their Types

 There are different types of raw wood materials available in the market nowadays. Therefore, you have plenty of options for engineered wood, such as plywood, blockboard, particleboard, etc. The availability of many choices makes choosing according to your requirement more challenging. One of the most sought-after materials these days is the blockboard. It is usually made of softwood strips and used in making doors, benches, bookshelves, and many more.

Blockboards are available in different sizes and thickness variations in the market. The blockboard price varies depending on their size and thickness. This blog will cover everything you need to know about a good blockboard.


What is a Blockboard?


Blockboard is a specially engineered product in which the woodblocks replace the veneer layers in the core. The manufacturers use softwood strips in manufacturing the blockboards. The strips are arranged edge to edge, sandwiched between softwood or hardwood veneers, and glued under extreme pressure.

The wooden strips in the core run lengthways to provide maximum strength. As far as the choice is concerned, many interior designers prefer them. In addition, blockboards offer ease of use as they do not bend. They are primarily available in Moisture-resistant and Boiling Water Proof grades and used as a substitute for plywood.


Blockboard



Types of blockboards


The primary wood used to make blockboards is softwood, and sometimes they are also made of hardwood. The blockboards are mainly of two types of categories such as:


1. MR Grade Blockboard:

MR Stand for Moisture Resistant Blockboard. For making interior furniture, the moisture-resistant blockboard is highly preferable. The manufacturers make use of unique moisture-resistant adhesives in making MR blockboards. The special glue used in the making makes MR blockboards moisture and humidity-resistant. They are a perfect choice for ceilings, panelling, etc. 


2. BWP Grade Blockboard:

BWP stand for Boiling Water Proof Blockboard. It has excellent strength and durability; the finish is anti-fungal and humidity resistant. BWP blockboards are great for areas that are water prone and humid. It plays an imperative role in making furniture, railway carriages, etc.

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