Is the smell of board material = toxic? This is the biggest misconception about environmental protection in home decoration!

Don't let your nose deceive you

When decorating a new house, if you open the cabinet door and smell a "wood board smell", do you immediately feel alarmed?   

This faint and elusive scent has become a constant worry for countless property owners

Is it a hidden killer of health after all?  

Today, we will thoroughly reveal the truth about the smell of board materials!

一、 Source tracing of board odor: comprehensive analysis of the three major "odor sources"

▶ Natural marks of wood

The scent of pine resin from pine, the earthy aroma of fir, the woody fragrance of camphor wood... These scents, imprinted with the life of natural resins and aromatic oils, remain even after processing and are harmless to the human body.

▶ The technological flair of adhesives

The trace volatile organic compounds (VOCs) in auxiliary materials such as edge banding adhesives and flame retardants are the main source of the odor of new boards. Products that meet national standards are safe and there is no need for anxiety.

▶ Technological taste of surface treatment

The odor caused by coating processes such as UV paint and laminating will generally dissipate after 2-4 weeks of ventilation. Choosing water-based paint can significantly reduce the odor.

二. Key science popularization: having a smell ≠ being toxic!

Misconception: "Smelling a certain odor means formaldehyde levels are excessive!"

truth:

1. Natural musk is a gift from the forest, unrelated to pollution

2. The odor produced by auxiliary materials such as adhesives and edge banding adhesives is mainly due to the presence of a small amount of VOCs. We need to check whether they meet the national standard requirement of formaldehyde concentration in the air being ≤0.08mg/m³,

3. The odor of the paint film decays rapidly with ventilation, and keeping the windows open can effectively dispel it

三. Guide to Selecting Eco-friendly Board Materials: Focus on Hard Indicators, Not Just Smell

1. Test reports are hard currency

Don't rely on verbal promises from merchants! Instead, ask for a nationally certified test report, paying particular attention to the formaldehyde emission and organic volatile matter data. Only written evidence in black and white can guarantee quality.

2. Look for environmentally friendly adhesives

Preferably, MDI, a formaldehyde-free adhesive technology, is used to reduce the release of harmful substances from the source.

3. Lock the ENF-level ceiling standard

The most stringent ENF-grade board currently available has a formaldehyde emission level of ≤0.025mg/m³, making it a safe choice for families with infants and young children, as well as individuals prone to allergies.

Professional advice:

Instead of obsessing over the smell, it's better to rely on data:

❶ Require the merchant to provide a testing report bearing the CMA logo

❷ Focus on verifying the formaldehyde emission and volatile organic compound (VOC) values

❸ Choose board brands with reliable quality and after-sales service

True environmental protection lies in the meticulous attention to details

When children crawl on the floor, when the elderly rest by the cabinet

Every inspection report you have reviewed, every eco-friendly board you have selected

They are all building an invisible protective barrier for this family.

When making a purchase, be sure to check such formal inspection documents

Tracing the Odor Source of Board Materials: A Comprehensive Analysis of the Three Major "Odor Sources"

▶ Natural marks of wood

▶ The technological flavor of adhesives

▶ Technological taste of surface treatment

Having a smell does not necessarily mean it is toxic!

Misconception: "Smelling a certain odor means formaldehyde levels are excessive!"

truth:

1. Natural moxa is a gift from the forest, unrelated to pollution

2. The odor produced by auxiliary materials such as adhesives and edge banding adhesives is mainly due to the presence of a small amount of VOCs. We need to check whether it meets the national standard requirement of formaldehyde concentration in the air being ≤0.08mg/m³,

3. The odor of the paint film decays rapidly with ventilation, and keeping the windows open can effectively eliminate it