There are a large number of universal materials that are used in various industries. Laminated hardboard also belongs to this category. It is actively used in furniture and in construction. It has a lot of advantages, which in many respects determined its popularity.
What is laminated hardboard? Material properties
Hardboard refers to sheet material that is produced by the technology of hot pressing of wood fibers. They are made from various waste wood, such as sawdust, shavings, wood chips. Also, the composition of this material includes special binders, which significantly improve the physicomechanical properties of wood-fiber board.
The fiberboard surface is rough. Such slabs are also called unfenced. They are usually used in rough finishes. Laminated hardboard is a fiberboard, at least one side of which is covered with a special protective layer. This hardboard is called ennobled. A decorative pattern may also be applied to the front side of such a material.
Laminated hardboard has the following advantages:
- Durability. The service life of the material exceeds 20 years.
- Resistance to mechanical influences. This material is not so easy to break. Of course, it all depends on the thickness of the material. In addition, a high-quality laminated coating is resistant to various scratches.
- Fire resistance. The presence of various modifying additives provides poor flammability of the material.
- Moisture resistance. This indicator is very important. It means that the laminate can be cleaned with wet cleaning. This greatly simplifies the care of him.
The use of laminated hardboard
As mentioned earlier, laminated hardboard is a universal material. It is actively used in the manufacture of furniture. From it make the walls of cabinet furniture, as well as the bottom of the drawers. Also, this material is widely used in the manufacture of interior doors.
In construction, laminated hardboard is also widely used. They are lined with walls and ceiling. In some cases, it is even laid on the floor. Laminated hardboard "under the tile" is often mounted in the kitchens. This is due to the fact that outwardly such a decorative coating looks decent and at first glance it is not even always clear that the wall is sheathed with sheet material, and not lined with real ceramics. And, most importantly, the laminate can be washed. And in a room such as a kitchen, the ability to wet the walls is vital.
The use of this material in construction has largely determined the simplicity of its installation. Walls or ceilings do not need to be pre-aligned. Only a crate should be made. And then a sheet of hardboard is attached to it, which covers a large surface area.
The cost of the material also affects its widespread use. On a laminated hardboard, the price depends on many indicators. This is the thickness of the product, and the presence or absence of a decorative pattern, and the content in it of various additives that improve performance. So, a laminated hardboard with a printed decoration and dimensions of 3.2x2745x1700 mm costs about 380 rubles.