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| − | Originally a brand name for a series of hardboard products made by the Masonite Company from wood fibers without the use of a urea formaldehyde adhesive. Tempered Duron® Hardboard contains wood fibers, paraffin wax, clay, titanium dioxide, calcium carbonate and talc. The rolled board is then dipped in oil and baked at 290-340F to increase its hardness and water-resistance. The tempering process also makes the board denser, stronger and darker. Tempered hardboard is typically used in construction siding. It is unsuitable for | + | Originally a brand name for a series of hardboard products made by the Masonite Company from wood fibers without the use of a urea formaldehyde adhesive. Tempered Duron® Hardboard contains wood fibers, paraffin wax, clay, titanium dioxide, calcium carbonate and talc. The rolled board is then dipped in oil and baked at 290-340F to increase its hardness and water-resistance. The tempering process also makes the board denser, stronger and darker. It is smooth on both sides. Tempered hardboard is typically used in construction siding. It is unsuitable for painting due to the oiled surface. The Masonite company no longer makes Duron. |
See also [[Masonite|Masonite®]]. | See also [[Masonite|Masonite®]]. | ||
Revision as of 09:22, 14 April 2020
Description
Originally a brand name for a series of hardboard products made by the Masonite Company from wood fibers without the use of a urea formaldehyde adhesive. Tempered Duron® Hardboard contains wood fibers, paraffin wax, clay, titanium dioxide, calcium carbonate and talc. The rolled board is then dipped in oil and baked at 290-340F to increase its hardness and water-resistance. The tempering process also makes the board denser, stronger and darker. It is smooth on both sides. Tempered hardboard is typically used in construction siding. It is unsuitable for painting due to the oiled surface. The Masonite company no longer makes Duron.
See also Masonite®.
Hazards and Safety
Any wood product may release organic acids with time.
Additional Information
Sources Checked for Data in Record
- Pam Hatchfield, Pollutants in the Museum Environment, Archetype Press, London, 2002
- Website address 1 Comment: www.international paper.com