What are the environmental protection levels of wood-based panels? What kind of wood-based panels are environmentally friendly?

Anyone who has worked in the renovation industry knows that wood-based panels have environmental protection ratings. Many people buy these panels for their renovations, only to find after moving in that the formaldehyde levels are dangerously high, harming their health and even causing illness. Today, we'll discuss the different environmental protection ratings for wood-based panels and what constitutes an environmentally friendly panel.

I. E0 grade environmentally friendly boards

The most common type of board on the market is the E-grade board. These boards are divided into three grades: E0, E1, and E2, which are national environmental protection standards. Generally, boards meeting the E1 grade are acceptable for use in decoration. So what are the standards for E0, E1, and E2? E0 grade boards typically have a formaldehyde emission level of less than or equal to 0.5 mg/L, E1 grade boards have a formaldehyde emission level of less than or equal to 1.5 mg/L, and E2 grade boards have a formaldehyde emission level greater than 1.5 mg/L.

II. What kind of boards are environmentally friendly?

According to the "Ten Mandatory National Standards for Limits of Hazardous Substances in Interior Decoration and Renovation Materials," E0 grade boards are currently the highest environmental protection level. E1 grade boards are permitted for use by the state; they have a pungent odor, but it is not strong. Prolonged exposure to such an environment can lead to a decrease in immunity. E2 grade boards produce a strong pungent odor and are significantly harmful to health; long-term exposure can lead to leukemia, cancer, and other health problems. The state does not allow the use of these boards. In the Chinese market, most boards sold are E1 grade. While E0 grade boards are also available, their higher cost and price lead many homeowners to choose the slightly cheaper E1 grade boards during renovations.

After reading this, you should have a better understanding of the different environmental protection levels of wood-based panels and what kind of panels are environmentally friendly. E0 grade panels currently have the best environmental performance, so if you want to protect the health of your family and yourself, it is recommended to buy E0 grade panels.