What kind of board is a decorative panel?

Release time:

2022-08-29

Veneer is an artificial board used in interior decoration. Its full name is decorative veneer-faced plywood. It’s made by slicing wood, stone, plastic, and other materials into thin sheets—typically about 3 mm thick, though slightly thicker ones can be up to 9 mm. These thin sheets are then adhered as a decorative surface onto base boards such as plywood, fiberboard, or particleboard. Simply put, veneer = decorative surface + base board.

What is a veneer panel?

Veneer boards are man-made panels used in interior decoration. Their full name is decorative veneer-faced plywood. They are made by slicing wood, stone, plastic, and other materials into thin sheets—typically about 3 mm thick, though slightly thicker ones can be up to 9 mm. These thin sheets are then adhered as a decorative surface onto baseboards such as plywood, fiberboard, or particleboard. Simply put, a decorative panel = surface finish + baseboard. 。

What we usually refer to as solid wood boards are actually the base materials used for veneer panels.

Classification of decorative panels

Depending on the different raw materials used for the finish, commonly available finishes on the market can be categorized into wood veneer, plastic veneer, paper veneer, and others.

Common wood veneers include teak, walnut, maple, and ash. Since these veneers are made directly from natural wood, they offer the advantages of being authentic and natural, crack-free, and dimensionally stable. However, their drawbacks include a relatively high price, limited wood grain patterns, complex maintenance requirements, and unsuitability for humid environments.

Edge banding for decorative panels

The most troublesome issue with engineered wood products is the formaldehyde content in the substrate. Whether a board is environmentally friendly and safe depends not only on the formaldehyde content of the substrate’s adhesive but also on how tightly the surface veneer is applied. In other words, the key factor determining the amount of formaldehyde released lies in the quality of the adhesive used in the substrate and how well the edges are sealed.

Therefore, when selecting decorative panels, you should check the grade of glue used in the board to ensure it meets national standards, and also carefully inspect whether the edge sealing quality is up to standard.

A high-quality edge band not only protects the board material but also, by providing a seamless fit, effectively controls the release of free formaldehyde right from the source, thereby ensuring better air quality in your home. On the other hand, special edge bands can even enhance the overall design and aesthetic appeal of your furniture.