What is BS EN 14951 – Characteristics for solid hardwood paneling and cladding about?
BS EN 14951 focuses on timber blanks and semi-finished profiles. The aim of the BS EN 14951 is to provide manufacturers with requirements that help to provide characteristics of the solid hardwood paneling and cladding to the suppliers.
BS EN 14951 specifies the characteristics of solid hardwood panelling and cladding elements with or without grooves and/or tongues, for interior or exterior use.
Note: BS EN 14951 does not cover characteristics of the possible coating system.
Who is BS EN 14951 - Characteristics for solid hardwood paneling and cladding for?
BS EN 14951 on solid hardwood paneling and cladding is useful for:
- Solid hardwood paneling and cladding manufacturers
- Solid hardwood paneling and cladding suppliers
- Quality control department
Why should you use BS EN 14951 - Characteristics for solid hardwood paneling and cladding?
A large amount of knowledge exists about solid hardwood panelling and cladding elements and values for product characteristics are attested by long use and experience. The appearance of the hardwood panelling and cladding is mainly influenced by species, classification and the pattern (e.g. the profile and system of assembly).
BS EN 14951 provides features, and their limits, that shall be considered with regard to the appearance, use, and general characteristics of the species where assigned to each grade. BS EN 14951 helps the user in choosing the appropriate solid hardwood paneling and cladding based on their requirements. BS EN 14951 provides a basis for contracts between the sellers of these solid hardwood paneling and cladding and manufacturers of the end products.
