Certain aspects of interior design can be tricky, and the confusion around wood panel products can drive buyers to the extremes. If you search the web with the wrong vocabulary, for example, “parcel board,” what you may be thinking is a unique product is in fact just the industry term for particle board a type of engineered wood panel used for furniture and cabinetry and in the construction of modular interiors. Knowing the right expressions in the right context allows designers, buyers and manufacturers to communicate exactly what they mean.
Getting the Right Terminology
Understanding some simple phrases will help you identify the quality and type of wood panel that is suited for the given function. Here are five key phrases.
- Core composition
The core of an engineered panel is made of compressed wood particles, chips or fibres, and bonded with resin through heat and pressure. The density of the core will affect the strength and how well the board is suited for use as furniture.
- Board grades
Panels are segregated into grades of density and intended use namely: general purpose, load-bearing and moisture-resistant. The term grade is important because it indicates to the buyer whether the board can be used in an interior that has a dry environment or if the environment is exposed to moisture.
- Surface Finish Type
The finish on a board can be plain, laminated, or veneered. Plain boards have an unfinished surface and need to be treated after construction, whereas laminated boards are constructed with a decorated surface so that time is not wasted during the construction of furniture.
- Moisture Resistance Classification
boards can be MR (Moisture Resistant) or BWR (Boiling Water Resistant). This is the classification of the performance of boards when in contact with moisture and water. This is important in the manufacture of furniture for kitchens, bathrooms, and utilities.
- Panel Dimensions and Thickness
The dimensions of panels are typically in millimetres and describe the size of a panel, which in turn gives a frame to panel selection in the design and the construction of the panel.
Parcel Board Fits Into Modern Interiors
When the correct terminology is understood, the selection of the board is simple. The project specifies a moisture resistant grade for use in a kitchen, while a laminated finish is used for a wardrobe. The board selection will bring the expected aesthetics and performance to the furniture.
When Xylosuisse uses the right language when describing their products, it helps their customers find the right types of materials, and this is where Xylosuisse really shines. More often than not, buyers search for parcel board, but what they really mean is a high-quality particle board which is up to standard and reliable enough to be used in their interior design projects. Xylosuisse makes precision-engineered panels that meet the standards for use in furniture, cabinets, and contemporary interiors. Knowing the right terminology is crucial for designers or home owners to be able to choose Xylosuisse panels without a doubt, as they meet their specific project requirements.