Many a times we have been hit, with, "we need to construct something" ama "hii nyumba imekua ndogo sana, we need to expand." As a matter of fact, five out of ten buildings that you meet on the road are under construction. Construction has engulfed the nation to its proximities to a point that, we even have affordable housing as a project
On all these projects, sometimes if you are curious enough you may have encountered these types of boards that come with numerous writings which are yellow in nature, black in color and with a rectangle like shape and have asked yourself, what are these?
Ok hizi ni nini? a curious me
A construction worker would just blatantly tell you or reply "hizo ni marine" without even looking back
Now you are left to wonder what the construction worker meant by "hizo ni marine" and to add salt to injury, He did not even look back to confirm, So you are left with a big question now, What are marine boards?
A Marine Board is a type of plywood manufactured using moisture-resistant bonding and durable veneers, making it suitable for applications where ordinary plywood may not perform as well in humid or damp conditions. However, the term marine board is sometimes used loosely in the market, so its actual water resistance depends on its grade, adhesive, and manufacturing quality.
Forgive the too much english there, what it simply means is, "It is made by joining thin layers of wood together and then sealing them with a binder. hope this is more understandable"
Now we have know what is marine board, next is where they are used
WHERE ARE MARINE BOARDS USED
Marine boards are not only used in hard construction alone, though construction makes at least 75% of its work, they have other usages, Today, we are going to discuss where they are used
Kitchen and bathroom cabinetry
Used to make cabinets, shelves, and storage units in areas exposed to humidity and occasional splashes.
2. Boat and marine construction
Suitable for boat interiors and selected marine structures when the correct marine-grade plywood and protective finish are used.
3. Furniture manufacturing
Used for wardrobes, cabinets, tables, drawers, and other furniture requiring a strong, stable panel.
4. Interior wall panelling
Provides a solid base for decorative wall finishes, partitions, and interior design installations.
5. Construction and formwork
Certain grades are used in concrete shuttering, flooring substrates, and other building applications where strength and moisture resistance are important.
So now you have understood that, not every time, marine boards are used for construction purposes.
Now another question would always be what differentiates marine boards, from other boards why not other types of boards for these kinds of work, mbona marine board wakuu?
" There are two differences however between marine boards and normal boards. First, they have twice as many layers of wood as normal boards to ensure strength and reduced deformities. Secondly, the binder used in marine boards is waterproof and formulated for submersion. "
Like, for us to understand this,
1. you take either MDF boards or block boards (two of each one of them) and pressurize them until they become of the same thickness as before, only now the density is difference,
2. To the added difference, the edges are filled with a special resin or adhesive which makes it waterproof
This ensures longetivitiy in its usage( most of the time, you see people recycling the marine boards)
Marine boards are designed with waterproof technology that enables them to be used in wet conditions. Their uses therefore are wide and include;
- Marine boards are used for boat and ship making.
- Marine boards are used for outdoor furniture like park benches and many others. They can withstand the weather elements and last for long.
- They are used for lake or ocean platforms and rails. These platforms are great for spending above a lake and just enjoying the view or fish.
- Do you want to build an outdoor wooden deck? Well the answer for you is marine boards. They are strong to carry heavy people and can withstand the elements giving you a beautiful deck for long.
Generally, marine boards are best suited for external use and for internal uses where the board are exposed to lots of moisture or wetness like in the kitchen or bathrooms.
How to get them
It is very simple to purchase marine boards from us, for beginners, you can register or sign up with us using this link https://buildexinteriors.co.ke/web/signup-mobile after that you can buy directly via the shop menu
For our customers it is simple, just search for marine boards and you will get them directly
