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Em- “Bark” on the journey to get the best wood for your house
Because you don’t want to bark up the wrong tree
Want to stylize your interior but don’t know where to start? Or buy a new piece of decorative furniture, but don’t know the right type of timber? Who is the best interior design expert in themarket? Well, don’t worry, we will help you get ‘out of the woods.’
1. Solid wood:
Ah, don’t you just feel like getting back to your roots sometimes? Solid wood refers to any piece of wood that is obtained from forests. The wood remains the same all the way through and does not consist of strands or fibers. This wood is used in furniture, construction, cabinet and flooring. It can be softwood like Pine or hardwood, such as Oak.Solid wood is known for being durable and strong. However, abundant moisture and possibility of pest infestation is the downside of using this wood.
2. Plywood is different from solid wood as it is an engineered wood. It is made by binding thin layers or ‘plies’ of wood, and rotated up to 90 degrees against each other. Resin and wood fiber sheets form a composite material, which reduces expansion and shrinkage of the wood and makes the strength of the panel consistent along its duration. Plywood is used in cabinets, wardrobes, and interior units. BWP, or boiling water-proof plywood is a variant of plywood that is specially treated to withstand a high-moisture environment. BWP is used in kitchens and bathrooms.Why not take a sneak-peek at ApplePlywood’s signature collection? Check out their website containing their catalog at Appleplywoods.com
2. Plywood is different from solid wood as it is an engineered wood. It is made by binding thin layers or ‘plies’ of wood, and rotated up to 90 degrees against each other. Resin and wood fiber sheets form a composite material, which reduces expansion and shrinkage of the wood and makes the strength of the panel consistent along its duration. Plywood is used in cabinets, wardrobes, and interior units. BWP, or boiling water-proof plywood is a variant of plywood that is specially treated to withstand a high-moisture environment. BWP is used in kitchens and bathrooms.Why not take a sneak-peek at ApplePlywood’s signature collection? Check out their website containing their catalog at Appleplywoods.com
3. MDF stands for Medium Density Fiber board. Like Plywood, it is also an engineered wood product made by combining wax with resin binder. Not only is it consistent in strength and size, but it is also shaped well.Used in manufacturing of furniture, kitchen cabinets, moldings, millwork, door parts and laminate filling, MDF stands as a reliable option for your everyday household needs, even though low-grade MDF may swell and break in water.
4. Particle Board, otherwise known as low-density fiberboard, is an engineered wood product made from wood clips and a synthetic resin which is pressed and extruded. It is cheaper but much denser than your average plywood.Particle Board is used when the main concern of the individual is low costs over strength or appearance. It is used in shelving or on the visible surfaces of wood veneer. However, it gets discolored on exposure to moisture.
4) Particle Board, otherwise known as low-density fiberboard, is an engineered wood product made from wood clips and a synthetic resin which is pressed and extruded. It is cheaper but much denser than your average plywood.
Particle Board is used when the main concern of the individual is low costs over strength or appearance. It is used in shelving or on the visible surfaces of wood veneer. However, it gets discolored on exposure to moisture.
5. Block boards are similar to plywood; however, the center layer is composed of strips of softwood. As they are able to hold both nails and screws easily, they are used in book shelves, tables and benches, single and double beds and lengthy wall panels.They are lighter in weight thanplywood and thus, can be easily transported. However, they are not durable.
Finishes
Wood stains – a real pain if not treated properly.
All architecture requires that final touch, that special wood finishing product which will help to preserve it and make it a sight to behold. Furnishing your wooden products with that last minute finish is essential but often overlooked. Performing a dual role of protecting the wood from outside elements as well as giving it that decorative look, one must know which wood finishing material to use. Here are 5 finishes you should know about.
1. Wood Veneer is a piece of fine wood that is attached onto another coarser wood or different material. It is usually thinner than 3 mm. It is important to note that veneer is actual wood and not any manufactured material that resembles wood. It is used over doors, parquet floors and parts of furniture. We would suggest you to check out Uro Veneer world’s realview which is a specialized, real-time interface of how a particular veneer would look over your wardrobe or TV unit. Check out their wood finishing material at Uroveneer.com
2. Laminates are a composite artificial material, formed when flat paper and plastic resins are pressed together. They go well together with MDF, plywood, particle boards and wall panels. They serve as ornamental wood finishing material on furniture. They come in many colors and textures, such as smooth, medium to high gloss and matte. They are cheaper and more resistant to external influences than veneer, however they are not preferable to use in excess water or rain. They are used in kitchen platforms, bathroom vanity,wardrobes, tv units and other woodwork around the house. PlyDuniya provides exquisite, premium laminates for you – which you can check out at Plyduniya.com. Undoubtedly, they have a forest of great products waiting to be explored.
3. Acrylics are a special wood finishing product used in kitchen cabinets. They are highly reflective and give your kitchen a glossy sheen. Unlike laminates, they do not come in a variety of textures, but an assortment of colors awaits you if you opt for this option. They are longer-lasting than laminates and give off a shine even after several years have passed. They are perfect for your high-end kitchen. Conversely, they require a lot of maintenance and clean-up and are much more expensive compared to the budgetary laminates.
4. PU, short for polyurethane, is a hard, strong and stretchable polymer used as paints and coatings as protection covers. Water based polyurethane paint is applied so the base and natural color of the wood is not visible. It comes in 2 varieties – Matte and High Gloss. The Gloss finish is very popular in the indoor architecture as “High Gloss paint.”
5. Membrane Finish: The membrane finish is a PVC (Poly Vinyl Chloride) foil. It is mainly used in kitchens as it is very economical. The foil is wrapped around medium density fiberboard under high pressure. Membrane finish is a popular option due to its price point and durability. However, themembrane can peel with rough usage over time.
Well, that’s the gist of it. We hope you can choose the appropriate wood and finish for your interior. In case of any further queries, we urge you to reach out to the AweSpaces domain.
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