BS EN 15197 focuses on wood-based panels. The aim of the BS EN 15197 is to provide manufacturers with test methods to ensure that the flaxboards are durable and conform to the technical specification.
BS EN 15197 specifies the requirements for flaxboards for general purposes, non-load bearing
applications and interior fitments in dry conditions and for flaxboards for non-load bearing applications for use in humid conditions.
BS EN 15197 on flaxboard is useful for:
Flaxboards are manufactured under pressure and heat from flax shives, with the addition of an adhesive that contains at least 70 % flax and which can also contain other raw materials such as particles of wood (wood flakes, chips, shavings, saw dust and similar materials).
BS EN 15197 provides the classification of flaxboard based on temperature where it can be used and its usage. BS EN 15197 helps the user in choosing the appropriate flaxboard based on their requirements.
BS EN 15197 provides a test method to check the bending strength (also known as the modulus of rupture) showing the load the wood can withstand perpendicular to the grain. This will help to check the durability of the flooring that can last longer and can prevent the waste of money and time in repair.
BS EN 15197 provides test methods for factory production control that helps you to check the performance declarations of your product based on initial type testing so that the results remain valid for subsequent products. In addition, BS EN 15197 helps the suppliers to ensure that the performances declared by different manufacturers for a certain characteristic are reliable and truly comparable.
EN 15197:2007