What is PD CEN/TS 16818 – Moisture dynamics of wood-based products about?
PD CEN/TS 16818 is one of a series of European standards that discusses the durability of wood and wood-based products.
PD CEN/TS 16818 details a method for determining the water uptake and the effectiveness of the drying process on solid wood, wood-based materials or coated wood by means of water absorption and water vapour desorption.
Who is PD CEN/TS 16818 – Moisture dynamics of wood-based products for?
PD CEN/TS 16818 on moisture dynamics of wood-based products is useful for the woodworking sector and construction sector, specific users of PD CEN/TS 16818 can be the following:
- Wood flooring/ laminates companies
- Carpenters
- Sawmills
- Architects
Why should you use PD CEN/TS 16818 – Moisture dynamics of wood-based products?
Moisture has a significant influence on the mechanical and physical properties and on the biological durability of wood and wood-based materials.
PD CEN/TS 16818 provides a basis for the assessment of moisture dynamics of wood and wood-based materials in service. The method permits the determination of the water uptake and moisture release which gives an idea of the susceptibility to the onset of fungal attack in certain end uses.
Overall, PD CEN/TS 16818 helps you to identify the most suitable and durable wood-based products for your projects by determining the moisture content in them.