Maximize The Value of Your Furniture Using Melamine Edge Banding!
Edge Banding is the name of both a process and an associated narrow strip of material used to create durable and aesthetically pleasing trim edges during finish carpentry. Melamine edge banding is used to cover the exposed sides of materials such as plywood , particle board or MDF , increasing durability and giving the appearance of a solid or more valuable material. Common substitutes for edge banding include face frames or molding . Advantages of using melamine: Melamine is a plastic coating applied to sheet goods, such as particle board, MDF or plywood. It is used in cabinet making and provides a clean, stain resistant and durable surface. Covering the raw edges of melamine is the key to giving it a finished appearance. Like veneer edging, melamine edging requires heat to activate the adhesive on its backing; your household clothes iron is a good tool for heating up your edge banding. Besides an iron, you will need a smooth block of wood and a sharp chisel