NEXAPLY
IS 1659
Block board
Block board has a core of solid wood strips (battens) glued edge to edge and faced with veneers on both sides. It is lighter than plywood of the same thickness, does not sag on long spans, and holds screws well, which makes it the usual choice for long shelves, tabletops and doors.
Specifications
| Standard | IS 1659, ISI-marked |
|---|---|
| Core | Rubberwood or pine battens, kiln-dried and treated |
| Faces | Cross-band and face veneers on both sides |
| Bonding | MR (UF resin) or BWP (PF resin) |
| Thickness | 19 and 25 mm (16 and 30 mm on order) |
| Moisture content | 5–15% at dispatch |
Sheet sizes
| Size | In feet | Availability |
|---|---|---|
| 2440 × 1220 mm | 8 × 4 ft | Standard; most stock |
| 2135 × 1220 mm | 7 × 4 ft | Common for furniture |
| 1830 × 1220 mm | 6 × 4 ft | Furniture, packing |
| 2440 × 915 mm | 8 × 3 ft | On order |
| 2135 × 915 mm | 7 × 3 ft | On order |
| 1830 × 915 mm | 6 × 3 ft | On order |
Thickness and truckload
| Thickness | Sheets per 22 ft truck, approx. | Square feet |
|---|---|---|
| 19 mm | 620 | 19,840 |
| 25 mm | 470 | 15,040 |
Counts are for 8 × 4 ft sheets of one thickness; a 32 ft multi-axle truck carries about double. Mixed loads are planned to the truck's weight limit.
Questions buyers ask
Block board or plywood for a 6 ft shelf?
Block board. Its solid battens resist sagging over long spans better than plywood of the same thickness.
Can block board take laminate?
Yes, both faces are veneered and sanded for laminate or veneer.
Need a full or mixed truckload?
Send grade, thickness, quantity and delivery town. We reply with an ex-works quote, valid for 3 days.