What is eco-veneer: worthy candidates for interior doors

How is the film material attached?

To reliably connect the synthetic material to the door surface, special equipment is used. Its task is to fix the film over the structure at a minimum distance from the surface (up to 5 mm). The cloth is thoroughly cleaned before the operation - blown with a stream of air, then degreased and apply a liquid adhesive.

Then the method of thermal vacuum pressing is applied. The door structure with a fixed eco-veneer is sent to the oven chamber. After exposure to high temperatures, the film becomes very plastic. The air underneath it burns out, and an environment close to vacuum is created in this space. Due to external pressure, the eco-veneer sticks tightly to the surface of the door structure. This technology guarantees high-quality fixation of polypropylene and PVC films.

Colors

Eco-veneer is made in a variety of shades: from natural woody to unusual colors. The structure of any tree can be transferred to the door leaf.

The most popular are shades of the brown spectrum with a distinct wood grain pattern.

In addition to natural tones, colors can be used for coloring eco-veneer: white, gray, pearl, any pastel, beige.

Eco-veneer door, Cappuccino Oak

Door Eco-veneer, Cappuccino Veralinga

For each interior, you can choose the desired shade.

Classic style, as well as Provence, prefer classic wooden doors. It can be any wood veneer, depending on consumer preferences: bleached oak, ash, mahogany, etc.

Door Eco-veneer, dark oak

Interior door, Wenge Veralinga

The Scandinavian style, popular in recent years, is characterized by a white base, so doors in white or smoky gray would be a suitable option.

What is the difference between chipboard and MDF: features of production and processing

Budget materials for the kitchen facade - wood shavings and fiber boards. Commercial markings - chipboard and MDF. Despite the fact that both types of boards are made from shredded wood, their characteristics and performance are different.

Kitchen: MDF facades with foil

The difference in structure is visible to the naked eye

What is a chipboard plate: characteristics ↑

Choosing which facade is better to choose for the kitchen, buyers, focusing on low cost, prefer chipboard. Particle board is made from waste from the woodworking industry.

Wood shavings, specially crushed, are filled with glue. Among the ingredients are synthetic resins, which, when exposed to high temperatures, melt and glue the chips together. The resin-embedded material is pressed under high pressure.

Internal structure of the slab: inhomogeneity of particles and cavities

As a result, a sufficiently strong board is obtained from a mixture of wood chips and glue. Slabs of different thickness are formed depending on the purpose - from 5-6 mm to 5 cm. Finished slabs must be sanded until the surface is completely smooth.

The budget is the main advantage of the material. There are many more disadvantages:

The internal structure of the slab is heterogeneous.

It is impossible to form a textured surface, the slabs are only smooth.

The complexity of processing, the material is easily cleaved.

Finished chipboard

The main disadvantage is the release of formaldehyde compounds into the air. The material does not tolerate moisture well, swells when wet. The surface and edges must be covered with a film or laminated - this way the risk of harmful substances entering the air is reduced.

MDF: how and from what facades are made ↑

MDF facades - what is it? MDF is a wood fiber board. Instead of shavings from production waste, finely dispersed wood fibers are used for manufacturing. Fibers also adhere under pressure when exposed to high temperatures.

MDF slab section

The fundamental difference is in the production process. In the manufacture of MDF boards, synthetic resins are not used. When the fiber mass is heated, natural resins are released, sticking the particles together. Paraffin or lignin is used as an additional adhesive composition. These substances melt and fix the fibers in the internal structure. This method of production makes it possible to obtain a material that is not a source of vapors of harmful substances.

Advantages:

Affordable price.

Ease of processing.

Curved MDF kitchen cabinet doors

Possibility of making bent shapes, fine milling.

Fine workmanship: framed fronts, milling and texture

Environmental friendliness.

What material is better for a kitchen facade: advantages and disadvantages of plates

The answer to the question of which cuisine is better to choose is unambiguous. If you have to choose between budget chipboard and MDF boards, give preference to MDF. The difference in price is small, but such a facade will last much longer.

Chipboard facades with foil

An exception can be made only for laminated chipboard boards, which are used as inserts in an aluminum profile. It is the edge parts of the slabs that are most vulnerable to water ingress.

MDF options with film

Do not use standard chipboard coated with paper foil for countertop installation. In places where the sink is embedded, in a couple of years not aesthetic waves will appear, but the upper decorative layer will simply peel off from the base.

Chipboard can be used for the manufacture of the frame of the headset, side parts of cabinets, shelves.

Advantages and disadvantages of eco-veneer

The term "eco-veneer" appeared relatively recently. It means a material obtained as a result of the fusion of woodworking industry waste (natural material) with polypropylene. As a result of mixing and pressing the layers, a film is obtained that imitates the color and texture of wood. A base made of solid wood or laminated veneer lumber, upholstered with MDF panels, is pasted over with a decorative film. The result is a product with good consumer qualities. When choosing a PVC material or an eco-veneer, one should take into account the strengths of each. The advantages of eco-veneer models include:

1. Resistant to wear and tear. Wood fiber, glued with a polymer composition, is resistant to stress and damage, withstands a long service life.
2. Available in a wide range. You can choose a product of any color, texture, design.
3. A light weight. Can be installed on thin interior partitions.
4. Resistant to UV radiation, to the effects of chemically aggressive substances. Eco-veneer under the influence of sunlight does not fade, does not deform and does not emit toxic compounds.
5. Aesthetic and respectable appearance, repeating the unique structure of valuable wood species.
6. Affordable price with a spectacular appearance and good consumer qualities.
7. Resistance to changes in ambient temperature and humidity.
8. Security. There are no toxic compounds hazardous to health in the structure of the material.
9. Practicality. The product is easy to care for with water and detergents. The structure of the material does not absorb dirt.
10. Versatility. Eco-veneer doors fit perfectly into any interior.

• are lightweight, which reduces impact resistance;
• there is no possibility of repairing a damaged product;
• poor insulation.

In terms of their consumer qualities, interior doors made of eco-veneer are inferior only to products from a solid array. In the segment of the mass market for interroom products, they occupy a leading position.Models can be blind paneling, trimmed with metal moldings or glass inserts.

Let's compare doors made of solid pine and eco-veneer

We have already written that interior doors are not made from a single piece of wood. Any, even the most expensive model, is a multi-layer structure covered on top with protective and decorative materials. Which is better - a door made of solid pine or eco-veneer - just depends on the internal structure of the products, which in turn affects the performance and cost.

When they talk about choosing a door from an inexpensive solid wood or with an eco-veneer coating, they do not mean that one is better than the other. They just have a slightly different purpose and purpose, which means a different approach to design and materials.

What is a solid pine door? - Option 2:

• Actually, a canvas made of re-glued coniferous wood in its natural form, with a preserved natural pattern;
• The basis for interior doors with film coatings, including eco-veneer.

That is, doors made of eco-veneer (for the most part) inside consist of the same solid pine. The film is not glued directly onto the pine canvas. First, it is sheathed with MDF panels, and already covered with polymer on top.

It turns out that you will have to choose in accordance with the set goals:

As a summary ...

The above recommendations work only under one condition - that for comparison, high quality doors are taken, produced taking into account the developed technological standards. Due to the irresponsibility of some suppliers, an incorrect opinion is born about some models and materials in general.

The main thing to remember is that all doors have certain quality standards. You can't just say that the eco-veneer model is fragile and won't last long. Such a statement makes sense if pronounced in comparison with another construction, for example, made of natural veneer

Consider what matters to you - price, glamor, strength or silence, and choose from those items that meet the requirements

We hope that we have clearly stated all the nuances of the choice, but if you still have questions, please contact us, the experts of the door store "Into the House" site will try to find a solution to your problem.

Film, enamel or plastic - which is better?

Along with the film finish, enamel, acrylic or plastic coating is popular. At first glance, it is difficult for an uninformed buyer to determine the material used for the manufacture of furniture facades. How is the film different from plastic and enamel? What is the best choice? To answer these questions, you need to know the main features of these materials.

Plastic facades of MDF. Plastic facades have a bright glossy surface. Such facades are resistant to mechanical damage, do not deform from exposure to moisture or high temperature, do not fade in the sun. The colors are varied, but the palette is not as wide as that of the film. Plastic facades are perfect for kitchens, bathrooms or hallways. The disadvantages include a higher cost compared to film facades, as well as the fact that handprints are clearly visible on plastic. Restoration, as in the case of the film, is not possible.

Acrylic facades. Coating furniture facades with acrylic is a new technology for us. This process is quite complicated, therefore, furniture with acrylic facades cannot be called cheap. Acrylic has an even smoother and more glossy surface than plastic.This can be considered both an advantage and a disadvantage: the excessive shine of the furniture, although beautiful, can be very tiring, besides, fingerprints will also have to be eliminated. Acrylic is environmentally friendly, does not contain harmful impurities. It is much more resistant to mechanical damage than plastic or film. Bright, saturated color does not fade over time, does not fade in the sun. But acrylic facades cannot boast of a variety of forms: they are only deaf and even. If you need furniture of more complex shapes, you will have to make a choice in favor of film or painted facades.

MDF facades covered with enamel. Painted facades (enamel) can cause bewilderment among uninformed buyers: they are simply painted, why are they so expensive? The fact is that coating MDF with enamel is a technologically complex, multi-stage process. First, the surface of the slab is primed, then enamel is applied in several layers, carefully drying each of them. After that, the paint layer is sanded, varnished and polished. The result is an environmentally friendly product that is resistant to light and minor mechanical damage. The main advantages of enamel facades are the possibility of restoring a scratched surface (and this is a big plus compared to the film!), A huge variety of color palette (more than 700 colors!) And special effects (metallic, chameleon, mother of pearl, galaxy, pearls, etc.). There are four main textures: high gloss, gloss, matte, abrasive surfaces. Among the shortcomings can be called a high price and, again, handprints.

Film, plastic or painting: which is better? What kind of furniture to choose depends on the priorities of the buyer. If you need special strength, brightness and durability and there is no need to strictly save when ordering, plastic or acrylic will do. Enamel facades are chosen by those for whom the price is not important, but requires, for example, unusual colors or special resistance to sunlight

With a small budget, you should pay attention to high-quality, fairly durable and easy-care furniture with film facades. The difference in price between enamel and film can be very significant, amounting to tens of thousands of rubles, if you order, for example, furniture for a large kitchen

How to choose the right material for facades

Kitchen sets made of MDF and plastic have their pros and cons, but the final choice of facade finishing will depend on the quality of the material used.

Here are the basic rules for the selection of facades for the kitchen:

The emission class of MDF is important as it determines the effects of formaldehyde resins on the body. E1 class material is more environmentally friendly and of higher quality, while E2 class MDF emits formaldehyde, therefore it is prohibited in the production of children's furniture. This indicator is necessarily indicated by the manufacturer in the quality certificate.

A set with convex or concave facades costs 10-15% more than a regular set.

Veneered MDF facades are considered an analogue of wooden furniture

This option is optimal in terms of quality and price.

If the budget for the purchase is limited, then you should pay attention to the kitchen facades, covered with paper-resin film. They are of low quality and low price.

The weak point of the ends of the doors is their finish

For this reason, choose 1.2-1.5mm thick aluminum or ABS-branded edgebands and avoid melamine finishes. Veneered or wood edging is more expensive compared to recent models.

The best option for all characteristics is facades with a glossy finish with several layers of enamel painting. Sometimes the formed gloss is covered with acrylic. It has both positive and negative sides. Minus - acrylic facades deteriorate with any mechanical action. Plus - they are easily repaired. Gloss is also covered with PVC film. Such facades for the kitchen have more disadvantages than advantages. Therefore, this type of finish belongs to the budget options.

Custom kitchen headsets are in demand, but such furniture is 30% more expensive than standard ones.

Brand choice is another important criterion. High-quality facades of Russian production are offered by well-known companies: "Maria", "Kitchen Dvor", "Call", Elt and "Atlas-Lux". Facades of European production are significantly more expensive, including due to their popularity and high quality. Check out the following cuisines: Italian Aster Cucine, Scavolini, Pedini, Snaidero, Czech Hanak, German ALNO and Nolte Kuchen.

Inspect the specimen before purchasing to select the ideal panels. It should not contain bubbles, scratches or dents, coating peeling, chips, waviness on the edge, etc.

Some nuances related to the choice of plastic facades:

• choose plastic for cladding kitchen facades if the interior is decorated in a modern style;
• it is better to place the facades with drawings on the upper cabinets - this way the interior of the kitchen will look more interesting;
• the combination of matte and glossy surfaces will give the room a cosiness and visual expansion of the space, since the gloss reflects objects and makes the room wider. And the matte sheen of the facades creates comfort;
• a reliable option for protecting the ends - edge-postforming;
• a practical solution that will add a touch of flavor to the interior is the use of frame facades with an aluminum profile or MDF frame.

There is no single answer to the question of which is better for the kitchen: MDF or plastic. The choice of kitchen finishing material largely depends on objective factors: the budget, the interior of the room, the quality characteristics of the coating, etc.

Facades for the kitchen from MDF with a film

This type of material is often confused with the plastic version, but there will be a number of differences as well.

Features of film facades

1. Despite the relatively thin layer, the film coating provides a stronger adhesion, and accordingly the surface gains additional strength.
2. It is impossible to make a relief pattern on plastic, while for MDF film curly milling is almost a mandatory attribute.
3. Compared to other materials, this option has a lower resistance to high humidity and temperature. Under significant thermal effects, the film can peel off, therefore, the location of MDF facades with a film in the kitchen near the stove is not welcome.
4. MDF boards made on outdated equipment or handicraft methods are not of high quality, so it is advisable to choose products from more or less trusted companies.
5. Improper use or storage conditions can cause irreparable damage to the boards.

Which of the proposed options to choose for the kitchen: plastic facades or MDF, on the surface of which a film is applied, it is better for you to decide. The strength indicators for both materials are quite good, as are the performance characteristics. Additional advantages of plastic will be a wide range of colors and the ability to apply images to order.

An important advantage of film facades is the affordable cost and the ability to make furniture with your own hands. Plastic options are more practical and resistant to extreme kitchen conditions.