10.2. Particle Board

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is particle board usually made of?

   Hint

   Think about the materials used in furniture production.

2. 2.

   Name one advantage of using particle board.

   Hint

   Consider the overall price compared to solid wood.

3. 3.

   What materials are primarily used to create particle board?

   • Wood chips and resin
   • Solid wood
   • Plastic and metal

   Hint

   Think about the components that are typically found in engineered wood.

4. 4.

   True or False: Particle board is more expensive than solid wood.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider the cost aspect of different materials.

5. 5.

   Evaluate the environmental impact of using particle board compared to solid wood, considering resource extraction and waste.

   Hint

   Think about the resource utilization involved in producing both types of materials.

6. 6.

   Design a piece of furniture using particle board, specifying dimensions and materials, while considering cost and durability.

   Hint

   Consider how dimensions affect the structural integrity of the piece.