Kirei WheatBoard

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Introduction
Kirei design elements are instrumental in achieving LEED credits for environmentally friendly construction. The company offers a range of products including architectural millwork, interior design elements, wall coverings, cabinetry, retail displays, flooring, furniture, and restaurant and hotel finished products.

Kirei WheatBoard Overview
Kirei WheatBoard is a sustainable alternative to formaldehyde-emitting MDF products. It is made from renewable materials and non-toxic adhesives, offering superior working characteristics compared to traditional MDF or particleboard. It contributes to LEED credits for rapidly renewable materials, recycled content, and indoor air quality.

Specifications

Physical Properties: Modulus of Rupture - 2176 psi, Modulus of Elasticity - 311,832 psi, Internal Bond - 79.77 psi, Screw Holding Power - Perpendicular to Plane 247 lbf, Withdrawal from Edge 157 lbf, Thickness Swell - 8% (24-hour immersion), Water Absorption - 20% (24-hour immersion), Moisture Content - 8%, Fire Rating - Class C.
Dimensions: Sheet Size - 1220mm x 2440mm (48"x96"), Standard Thickness - 12.7mm (1/2") and 19.1mm (3/4"), Tolerance - +/- 0.005".
Sheet Weights: 1/2" - 54 lbs, 3/4" - 81 lbs, 11/16" - 75 lbs.
Density: 750 kg/m3 +/- 50 kg/m3.

Fabrication Guidelines
Kirei WheatBoard can be machined using standard wood-based product techniques. Recommendations include using high-quality saw blades, high-speed drills, and double-fluted router bits. Standard wood putty can be used for filling, and all fastening methods are applicable.

Finishing and Edge Treatment
The panels can be finished with commercial materials such as primers, lacquers, and synthetic base coats. Low-VOC emission finishes are recommended. Exposed edges should be finished unless sanding suffices.

Environmental Benefits
Kirei WheatBoard reduces deforestation, air pollution, and landfill use by utilizing wheat stalks, a rapidly renewable resource. It is manufactured with a no-added-urea-formaldehyde adhesive, ensuring zero VOC emissions.

Conclusion
Kirei WheatBoard is a sustainable, non-toxic alternative to traditional wood products, supporting environmentally friendly construction and contributing to LEED credits.

Catalog excerpts

Kirei WheatBoard clean green panels Kirei WheatBoard is the answer to formaldehyde-emitting wood MDF products. With working characteristics meeting and often surpassing those of commercially available MDF or particle board, plus renewable source materials and non-toxic adhesives, Kirei WheatBoard gives you a clean slate to build what your mind designs. Projects and products can receive LEED™ credit for rapidly renewable material, recycled content, and indoor air quality. Use Kirei WheatBoard in architectural, millwork and finished product applications: The Tao of Kirei: Pronounced “Key’-ray,” Kirei is the Japanese character signifying “clean” or “beautiful.” We have chosen Kirei as the name for our company to reflect our dedication to the principles of elegant, sustainable design. Architectural Millwork Wall Covering Retail Displays Furniture Finished Products Interior Design Cabinetry Flooring Restaurant Hotel Kirei and LEED Kirei design elements can help your projects gain LEED credit for environmentally friendly construction. For purchasing information: Kirei USA TEL 619-236-9924 FAX 240-220-5946 www.kireiusa.com [email protected] Beautiful : Natural : Sustainable

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Kirei WheatBoard Specifications: Use Kirei WheatBoard in millwork, cabinetry and finished product applications for a renewable, non-toxic alternative to MDF or particleboard. Kirei WheatBoard can be painted or laminated with a wide variety of surface treatments including our Kirei Bamboo Veneers. Physical Properties: Sheet Size Standard Thicknesses Modulus of Rupture Modulus of Elasticity Internal Bond Screw Holding Power Perpendicular to Plane Withdrawal from Edge Thickness Swell (24-hour immersion) Water Absorption (24-hour immersion) Moisture Content Fire Rating (Larger sizes available for...

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