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Panel furniture is essentially engineered wood, and it's very common to use it to make furniture. Panel furniture tends to have a more modern look, but its texture is inferior to solid wood; solid wood furniture, on the other hand, has natural grain on its surface and is exquisite in terms of craftsmanship, structure, and texture. Next, we'll introduce the advantages and disadvantages of panel furniture versus solid wood, and discuss the different types of panel furniture.
Advantages and disadvantages of engineered wood products and solid wood
I. Advantages of engineered wood products
1. Stable. 2. High strength, with mechanical properties close to wood. 3. Can achieve uniform grain without flaws.
4. A wide variety of products at affordable prices.
5. Low material cost.
Disadvantages: 1. Not as environmentally friendly as solid wood. 2. Cannot be used to create complex decorative shapes or carvings.
II. Advantages of Solid Wood
1. Environmentally friendly and pollution-free.
2. High strength and easy to carve.
3. It has a good decorative effect and clear texture.
shortcoming
1. It has poor stability, is easily deformed, and is affected by moisture content and temperature.
2. It has natural flaws such as knots or insect holes.
3. There are color differences; there are natural color variations in the wood panels.
4. Significant losses occur during production.
What types of boards are there?
1. Solid wood boards: Solid wood boards are sturdy, durable, and have clear grain, making them the preferred material for furniture making. However, solid wood is relatively expensive and requires advanced construction techniques, so it is not commonly used in many households.
2. MDF (Medium-Density Fiberboard): MDF can be classified into high-density fiberboard (HDF), medium-density fiberboard (MDF), and low-density fiberboard (LDF) based on its material composition. MDF is relatively soft and easy to process. In other countries, it is a high-quality material for furniture making. However, because China's standards for MDF are several times lower than international standards, the quality of MDF used in my country still needs improvement.
3. Decorative Panels: Decorative panels are made of plywood as the base material and are produced through an adhesive process. They have a single-sided decorative function. The plywood has a special design and is 3 mm thick. This type of board is a high-end decoration material that is different from mixed paint finishes.
4. Plywood: Plywood is actually made of two veneers glued and pressed together. Plywood is cheaper than plywood. It has poor vertical bending and compressive strength, but higher horizontal bending and compressive strength.
5. Particleboard: Particleboard is a type of engineered wood product made by pressing wood chips together. Its advantage is that it is inexpensive, but its disadvantage is that it has poor strength and is not suitable for making large furniture or furniture with structural requirements.