What is BS EN 15146 – Characteristics for solid softwood paneling and cladding about?
BS EN 15146 focuses on solid softwood panelling and cladding. The aim of the BS EN 15146 is to provide manufacturers with requirements that help to provide characteristics of the solid softwood paneling and cladding to the suppliers.
BS EN 15146 specifies defines the characteristics of solid wood panelling and cladding without tongue and groove on edges, machined from the following most common European species of softwood: spruce/fir, pine, larch, European Douglas fir and maritime pine. Products are intended for interior or exterior use.
Note: Coatings and finishings are not dealt with in this BS EN 15146.
Note: BS EN 14951 does not cover characteristics of the possible coating system.
Who is BS EN 15146 - Characteristics for solid softwood paneling and cladding for?
BS EN 15146 on solid softwood paneling and cladding is useful for:
- Solid softwood paneling and cladding manufacturers
- Solid softwood paneling and cladding suppliers
- Quality control department
Why should you use BS EN 15146 - Characteristics for solid softwood paneling and cladding?
The softwood species shall be selected with regard to the appearance expected, the suitability for the intended purpose and the general characteristics of the species itself.
BS EN 15146 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 15146 helps the user in choosing the appropriate solid softwood paneling and cladding based on their requirements. BS EN 15146 also provides a basis for contracts between the sellers of these solid softwood paneling and cladding and manufacturers of the end products.
