Block Board · IS 1659

BWR Block Board (IS 1659)

New Zealand pine core, preservative treated and protected inside and out.

Available in

19 mm25 mm

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IS 1659

Overview

Stiff, stable boards for long spans

The unique feature of KDC BWR Block Board is its New Zealand pine filler, with batons that are uniform in dimension and individually treated with preservative.

The core and panels are made of hard species of wood, while the batons are kept in a closed environment to ensure the preservatives diffuse into the timber. GLP technology protects the board from the outside too.

Made at our Gandhidham unit and supplied from our office on SP Ring Road, Ahmedabad, across Gujarat.

StandardIS 1659, BWR grade

Thickness19 and 25 mm

CoreNew Zealand pine batons

ProtectionGLP: borer & termite proof

Manufacturing details

Made from durable, high-density farm wood veneers
Compressed under high pressure and temperature with phenol formaldehyde resin
Seasoned under controlled temperature and humidity against insects, worms and fungus

Advantages

Smooth surface finish and strength
Borer and termite proof
No delamination after 72 hours in boiling water

Applications

Interiors: elegant furniture, table tops, wardrobes, door panels and wooden partitions. Exteriors: stylish furniture, ship building, partitions and bank counters.

FurnitureTable TopsWardrobesDoor PanelsPartitionsBank Counters

Quality report

Tested to IS 1659

Laboratory results for KDC BWR Block Board. Every batch is made to the Indian Standard and checked before it leaves our unit.

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No.	Test	KDC result
01	Moisture content	5% to 10%
02	Dimensional changes caused by humidity	No change of more than 1 mm at 90% and 40% relative humidity, compared with the dimensions conditioned at 65% relative humidity
03	Resistance to water	No delamination after soaking in boiling water for 72 hours
04	Mycological test	No separation at edges after 21 days of exposure to micro-organisms
05	Modulus of elasticity	More than 5000 N/mm²
06	Modulus of rupture	More than 40 N/mm²
07	Screw holding strength	More than 100 kg
08	Nail holding strength	More than 50 kg
09	Water absorption	Less than 5%
10	Adhesion of plies	Excellent

FAQ

BWR Block Board FAQ

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What is a block board?

A block board has a core of wooden batons placed edge to edge between hardwood veneers. KDC BWR block board uses preservative-treated New Zealand pine batons with hardwood core and panels, which makes it stiff over long spans.

Which thicknesses does KDC BWR block board come in?

19 mm and 25 mm.

Should I use block board or plywood?

Block board is stiffer over long spans, so it suits long shelves, table tops, wardrobes, door panels and partitions. Plywood is the usual choice for carcasses, shutters and most furniture.

Is KDC block board termite proof?

Yes. The batons are individually treated with preservative, the board is seasoned against insects, worms and fungus, and GLP technology protects it from the outside.