The main task furniture edge is the facing of the end surfaces of chipboard, but it also serves as a design element in the finished cabinet furniture. In fact, there are quite a few types of edges that differ in material, fastening method and price, and each has its own advantages and disadvantages. Let's take a closer look at all these points.

In general, the edges can be divided according to the following characteristics: Material

• Paper
• Plastic
• Metal (aluminum profile)

Width (Popular)

• 22 mm
• 28 mm
• 34 mm
• 38 mm
• Less often 45-55 mm
• Sometimes occurs up to 170 mm

Thickness (Popular)

• 0.4 mm
• 0.6 mm
• Generally there are 0.2mm to 10mm

With or without glue (if without glue, then you need a machine to apply it) By type of attachment(rigid, overhead, mortise (U-shaped, T-shaped)) By surface type(smooth, glossy, embossed, structured, colored, etc.) The most common (descending order) and used today are:

1. PVC (1 and 2 mm thick, 22 and 34 mm wide, depending on the board thickness)
2. ABS (thickness from 0.4-2 mm)
3. Melamine edging with paper backing (0.4-0.6 mm thick)

Melamine

It is a paper-based furniture edge impregnated with melamine resins. They protect the base from external influences. Hence the name of the edge - melamine. Today it is the cheapest and most affordable, therefore it is very often used in furniture production, but to be honest, the quality of such furniture leaves much to be desired.

Dignity

• A wide range of decors, which, according to colors match as much as possible with chipboard
• Does not require expensive equipment for pasting and processing
• Easy to use, even at home with an iron
• Inexpensive price

Flaws

• Very thin (0.4 mm - 0.6 mm)
• Low resistance to mechanical stress
• Poorly protects against moisture
• Drawing (structure) does not last long

You can learn more about working with melamine edging.

ABS edging - Acrylonitrile-Butadiene-Styrene

It is a durable shock-resistant thermoplastic that does not contain harmful substances, and is also very easy to use and handle.

Dignity

• Does not fade or deform
• High-quality, rich matte and glossy colors
• Has a perfect smooth surface
• Does not emit harmful substances
• Less hazardous compared to other materials when heated and processed

Flaws

• High cost (compared to the same PVC, and especially melamine)

In fact, ABS is used in different types furniture, but especially it will be relevant in the manufacture of actually high-quality furniture, which should have increased operational properties, and especially when you need increased resistance of furniture to moisture and chemical environment. ABS gluing technology.

PVC edge

Quite a popular furniture edge for facing the end surfaces of laminated chipboard. All thanks to the ideal price-quality ratio.
Due to the PVC obtained by extrusion, the plastic is able to withstand temperatures from minus 10 to plus 50 0 C.

Dignity

• Durability and wear resistance
• Reliable protection of ends from moisture and mechanical damage
• Resistant to alkalis, acids, fats and salt solutions
• Resistant to fire

Flaws

• For gluing, you need a special melt glue with a minimum threshold for the beginning of melting.
• It is impossible to achieve a perfectly glossy surface

As in the case of ABS, for a strong adhesion of the PVC edge glue to the chipboard end, it is necessary to apply a thin invisible layer of a special substance, the so-called "Primer". You can learn more about the technology for gluing PVC edges.

PVC Profile

This is another type of furniture edges for facing chipboard ends. It is made of high quality PVC plastic with a special high-strength coating.

Specifications:

• A wide range of colors (woody with structure, metallic, glossy, monochromatic)
• Applies to chipboard, 16.18 and 32 mm thick
• Material (soft and hard)

There are several types of PVC profiles

P - shaped (consignment note)

• Flexible
• Hard

T - shaped (mortise)

• With girth
• Without girth

Thanks to its "sides", it is able to perfectly hide chips and irregularities at the ends of parts, the cuts of which were made by a poor-quality or poorly sharpened saw. In some cases, when conceived by a designer, it is also an element of decor. In more detail on facing the end surfaces of the chipboard with this type of profile.

3D Edging: 3D Acrylic Edging (PMMA-3D)

Polymethyl methacrylate-based edgeband, consisting of two main layers, the lower one with decorative trim or a pattern, and the top is made of transparent plastic.

By using transparent plastic as the top layer, a three-dimensional effect can be observed, which is why it is called a 3D edge. There is always a protective film on top of the edge, which you remove after trimming. Those. first, you paste over the 3D edge of the chipboard, cut it off, and only then remove the protective layer. It is better if you remove it after installing the furniture, so as not to damage the glossy surface.

Dignity

Such a furniture edge is very rigid (thickness from 1.3 mm) and durable, due to which it has a high resistance to mechanical damage and quite successfully protects the edges of furniture from impacts and scratches throughout its entire service life.

Flaws

The disadvantage is its high cost.

Postforming and Softforming

These are very high-quality methods for edging chipboard ends, which are made on special machines. They are mainly used for cladding the end surfaces of kitchen countertops and facades, as well as window sills and bathroom furniture, since it is in this way that complete tightness of the plate can be ensured. In fact, postforming and softforming is a method of applying laminate to pre-milled chipboard ends.

They are released ready-made, have different width and sold running meters, and the edges that are cut are sealed with PVC edging, or aluminum docking strips, as is the case with the kitchen countertop. There is not much difference between postforming and softforming, and in both cases, this technology is the application of a durable polymer material on the end of the part. The only difference is that when using postforming, you can laminate a straight end with rounded edges, the radius of which is at least 3 mm. In the case of softforming, the ends with various types of relief surfaces, and even with the inner (groove for glass), lend themselves to lamination. That is, the end face of the chipboard can be milled in the same way as in MDF, and can be easily laminated with this method. For example, the front end of a 32 mm chipboard kitchen countertop was obtained by postforming, and the facade (and a laminated groove for glass) - by softforming.

Video: types of furniture edges

Chipboard is the most suitable material for the production of reliable and high-quality inexpensive furniture. In order to hide the not too aesthetically pleasing internal structure of the product, edging is performed from the end side - the installation of special decorative panels made of melamine, PVC or others available species synthetic plastics.

Why else are they edging furniture?

In addition to the most obvious goal - to provide an elegant appearance, furniture edging performs several more equally important tasks:

Where to trim

Furniture manufacturers often trim only visible parts of end surfaces. From the point of view of economy, this looks quite understandable, but taking into account the above facts, this approach can turn into certain problems - a protective edge should be present in all places where there is an open internal structure of chipboard.

If you have purchased furniture with unprotected edges, you can do their own edging at home. To do this, you do not need to have any special equipment - the edge can be glued with an ordinary iron.

Do not be lazy to spend a few minutes on this operation - you will reliably protect yourself and your furniture and significantly extend its service life. Next, we will analyze in detail how to properly glue the edge tape with your own hands.

Edging materials

Edging of open furniture surfaces can be performed using various decorative elements that differ in material quality, appearance and, accordingly, cost.

How to glue the edge with an iron

Edging in production is done with a tape with a clean base. The adhesive composition is applied to it during installation at a high temperature, which ensures the formation of a thin even layer. In order to glue the edge, several rollers are used, pressing it tightly to the base of the chipboard. Then special cutters cut the tape to the size of the part, remove the remnants of glue and base material and grind the joint until a smooth and beautiful surface is obtained.

You can also glue the edge at home. To do this, you need to use a tape with already applied adhesive. Further, the process largely repeats industrial edging, since it is performed in the same way:

You can find out more about the process of gluing the edge on chipboard in the video below:

It is somewhat easier to glue the U-shaped profile to the end of the chipboard. We have already discussed this method earlier. Such an edge is much stronger than melamine, it bends quite easily and reliably protects against damage.

The presence of micro-gaps between the edge of the U-profile and the front surface of the chipboard does not allow it to be glued in the kitchen or in the bathroom, therefore, edging with this material is mainly used for office furniture.

Chipboard edging, of course, is best done in the factory. In production, you can order a tape from any material, including plastic, PVC and other modern composite materials. Edging on the machine will provide perfect evenness and accuracy of decorative facing, but it requires certain costs. If the main task is to keep within a predetermined small budget, applying melamine tape with your own hands will allow you to combine the acceptable quality and the minimum price.

You might be interested to know

This article, most likely, will not be of interest to professional furniture makers. But for amateurs who, for some reason, do not have access to a PVC edge with applied glue, but really want to revet their furniture with a PVC sheath, it will have to be "in the cashier". Moreover, you can mold not only 2 mm, but also 0.4 mm PVC edge.

Today we will talk about the process of gluing this type of edge not to traditional hot melt glue, but to contact glue.

I use glue, but you can use the traditional moment.

We cut the edge into pieces slightly larger (about 10 mm) than the length of the part to be glued (I will glue the ends in the photo). A garden pruner is great for cutting, but you can simply scratch the edge with a sharp object - it will break exactly where the scratch was.

We apply glue to the part (some adhesives imply application to both glued surfaces - read the instructions).

Then we turn the part over and lay it on the edge, pressing it to a flat surface.

Now the part must be fixed before the glue dries.

For this, you can use specialized edge clamps. I use them - they are screwed onto regular F-shaped ones.

It is better to press through a wooden block for a more even distribution of pressure.

The second option is to use special clamps. I made one out of a couple of pieces of plywood and hairpins.

After the glue has dried, we release the parts from the clamps and cut the ends. This can be done either with the same pruning shears or again by scratching and breaking off.

In both cases, you get such a cut, which sometimes you have to finish a little with a fine sandpaper on a block.

Now let's move on to removing the overhangs from the edges.

We glue the edge on the chipboard

For a 0.4 mm edge, a knife or ruler is sufficient (similar to melamine). For a 2 mm edge, an edge router is required.

Curly () cutter, walking along the edge with a bearing, cuts off its protruding part.

The result is a slightly rough cut that needs to be polished.

To do this, we make several vigorous movements along the edge with a piece of felt. Warming up, it evens out roughness.

As a result, such an even edge turns out to be no worse than on professional equipment.

Although more expensive and longer. The technique, of course, is handicraft, but it has the right to life.

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Decoration, processing, sealing of chipboard edges. Edging, edge, butt, finishing. Close up, arrange, process, finish

How to beautifully seal the edge of the chipboard? Finishing the end face of a polished board, processing a laminated edge. Chipboard edgebanding techniques. (10+)

Chipboard end decoration

Chipboard edging is necessary in the manufacture of furniture. We bring to your attention materials for making furniture with your own hands.

Chipboard edge structure

Chipboard consists of sawdust mixed with glue and compressed. Moreover, the process of pressing and drying the glue is organized in such a way as to obtain dense surfaces and a rather rotten middle. This is done so that the chipboard is springy and does not break. If the entire array of a sheet is made dense, then the sheet will be pricked from a very slight deformation.

Usually we do not come into contact with the internal structure of the chipboard sheet. It is fenced off from us by dense surfaces and a laminated coating (if the chipboard is laminated). But the butt reveals this charm to us. Our goal is to close it from the eyes of those who will admire our product.

In addition to aesthetic, there are several more reasons why it is necessary to close the chipboard end, even in places that are inaccessible to the eye. Moisture. Particleboard is very sensitive to moisture, even to a small amount of moisture absorbed from the air. The surfaces of laminated chipboard do not allow moisture to pass through, the surface of polished chipboard is usually painted and also does not allow moisture to pass through. The edge should also be moisture-proof. Mushrooms. Microorganisms and insects that decompose wood can penetrate through the end of the slab. Harmful substances. The harmful substances contained in the glue and the sawdust themselves, from which the chipboard is made, do not penetrate the laminated or painted surface, but will enter the room through the end.

Edging options, chipboard edge decoration

The options for processing the end (edging) depend, first of all, on how the sheet itself will be finished. If the sheet is laminated, and it is planned to use its laminated surface completely, that is, not to paint or cover with anything, then on the visible edges it is necessary to glue the edge tape corresponding to the type of the laminated surface, and fill in the hidden edges and glue it with a construction bandage. If the sheet is laminated or sanded, and it is planned to paint it, then the sheet itself must be primed, its edges must be puttied, sealed with a construction bandage going into the plane of the sheet, the bandage must be putty and painted.

End face of laminated chipboard

Visible end

When cutting such a chipboard, you need to be very careful, use a sawing tool that leaves an even edge. Laminating chipboard when cutting is very fond of crumbling and chipping. If this happens, then it will not be possible to correct the situation. I don't know how to beautifully fix such a chip. We'll either have to put up with it, or saw off a new workpiece. Next, I recommend filling the edge. Many people glue the edging tape immediately to the sawn edge, but I tried this and refused it. The tape does not adhere well to such a surface. I putty the edge with acrylic universal filler. After drying, skin with medium grain sandpaper. I do this very carefully so as not to chip the laminate with chipboard. Then I stick the tape on the leveled surface.

I will dwell on the types of ribbons - edges. Usually it is paper (in the generalized sense of the word 'paper') tape and plastic. The paper tape is sold with hot melt adhesive already applied. It is glued with an iron. I will not dwell on this process in detail, there are enough materials on this topic on the Internet. You need to pay attention to the quality of the tape and glue. If the tape subsequently lags behind, then it can be glued with ordinary glue, this will not be noticeable. The plastic tape is glued with glue. The adhesive may already be applied to the plastic tape and covered with a paper backing strip. This is a bad case. Such glue adheres very poorly. Do not buy plastic edging with adhesive already applied.

What kind of glue to glue? It is better to use the adhesive recommended by the edgebanding manufacturer. But, note, it is worth making sure that there is a solvent for this glue that allows you to remove excess glue and not damage plastic border and covering the chipboard sheet itself. Then it will be convenient for you.

How to glue the edge on chipboard and PVC

According to the instructions for the glue, you will glue the edge, and remove the protruding glue with a swab moistened with the specified solvent. Difficulties can arise if the adhesive dissolves only with those solvents that dissolve the plastic. It is impossible to remove excess glue with such a solvent, such glue is not suitable for us.

Decoration of the invisible end

We put it on. Skin with medium grain size. Carefully so as not to chip, as in the previous case. In principle, we can stop at this. However, it is better to glue a strip of construction bandage to the putty end with PVA glue. It (bandage) will prevent the putty from splitting and spilling. Usually the bandage is slightly wider than the edge. We glue the bandage so that the edge is in the middle of it. When the glue dries, with a sharp knife, carefully so as not to damage the laminated chipboard, remove the excess bandage.

Chipboard end for painting

In this case, the cut can be carried out without much fear, since chips and defects can be easily corrected with a putty. If we work with laminated chipboard, but still want to paint it, then we apply primer to the entire product. Soil GF-021 or Otex from Tikkurila is suitable. If polished chipboard is used, then priming is not necessary, although it is desirable. We putty the butt. I use a fine filler acrylic filler. Skins. We should get a smooth rectangular edge. Sometimes this requires several iterations of sanding - putty. When the edge suits us, it needs to be fixed, otherwise it will break off or crack. Putty - the material is not very durable and reliable. We glue the edge with a construction bandage 4 - 5 cm wider than the butt end. We use PVA glue. We bend the bandage so that it sticks to the end of the chipboard and goes onto the upper and lower planes. See picture. After the glue has dried, putty the building bandage with a fine-dispersed acrylic filler. Usually one putty is used for all these jobs. We especially pay attention to the strip where the bandage ends and the chipboard itself begins. Here it is necessary to putty especially carefully so that after sanding and painting the transition is absolutely not noticeable. We dry the putty, skin with fine sandpaper, paint.

Despite the monstrous view on the diagram on an enlarged scale, in reality, the presence of a bandage and putty on the end of the chipboard, if everything is done correctly, is completely invisible.

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PVC furniture edge

Furniture PVC edge - a narrow strip of polyvinyl chloride, which is used for pasting laminated chipboard ends. It not only protects chipboard from damage, but is also a decorative element.

Melamine edging is also widely used in furniture production. But since it is made from paper impregnated with saline solution, it has a number of disadvantages. Among them are small thickness, fragility and susceptibility to mechanical damage. That is why many furniture and home furnishing manufacturers prefer PVC tape.

PVC edgebanding has the following advantages:

• high level of strength;
• reliable protection against chips, moisture, which allows you to increase the service life of products;
• high resistance to chemical compositions, ultraviolet radiation, ignition;
• relatively low cost.

The PVC edge is a narrow tape made of PVC. Edging tape is an elegant addition to laminated chipboard furniture structures. It protects products from physical, chemical and biological damage, while adding elegance to furniture, whether it be a tabletop, a cabinet or any other product. It is enough to paste over the ends of the furniture to make it look finished. PVC edgeband can work wonders even with ordinary furniture, endowing it with notes of sophistication and sophistication. There is a huge variety of colors, shades, decor and textures, so you can use this decorative element to any furniture. In addition, the edging material will add performance to the furniture by protecting the furniture from moisture and reducing resin evaporation.

Furniture edge is an easy-to-use and very practical decorative element that facilitates the use of laminated chipboard furniture.

High-quality edge banding gives furniture products durability, reliability and strength. The tape is easy to clean as it is moisture resistant. The PVC Facing Edge is additionally coated with acrylic resin so that it is not exposed to any stress.

In the production of furniture and components on an industrial scale, several types of tapes are used, including ABS, edging tape on adhesive base and PVC. When it comes to exclusive designer furniture or premium class furniture, original edging materials are used, including aluminum edging, high gloss, 3D edging, etc.

PVC products made in China are rightfully considered one of the best edging tapes. This edging material is distinguished by its special aesthetics and functionality, as well as a long service life.

China PVC edging is manufactured in accordance with the latest achievements and in accordance with all sanitary and hygienic standards. China furniture edgeband is considered the best option for chipboard furniture and office or home decoration.

Our company offers a wide range of PVC edgebands of different textures and colors. Based on your choice, we will offer you the glue that most reliably attaches the edging material to the furniture. Of course, the issue of the accuracy of furniture decoration will directly depend on the quality of the equipment and the qualifications of the staff. If you want to choose a unique stone surface or a classic wood texture, we will help you choose the required edge banding option.

Pasting with a plastic edge on the ends of a chipboard.

You just have to specify the texture, decor and color of the material, in accordance with your taste preferences. You can literally transform the furniture in your home with the edge banding tape. The products, as well as the technology of their production, meet the highest standards quality, safety and environmental friendliness.

We offer you a wide range of PVC edgebands at an attractive price.

Having pasted the edge of the chipboard with melamine edge, do not doubt that the processed surface will look worse than pasting the edge on a low-quality machine - if you glue the edge correctly, in accordance with the algorithm, the result is brilliant.

What is the edge glued to?

• To parts in contact with the floor.
• Elements that will be subjected to mechanical stress in the future.
• To internal parts such as parts drawers chest of drawers or bedside tables, laminated plates.

What you need for edgebanding

• Iron.
• A cutter knife or a stationery knife, a necessary thing, can be used both when collecting furniture and when collecting various elements, for example, a mosquito net.
• A piece of felt or a damp piece of cloth - a cloth.
• Sandpaper, or even better - a bar covered with sandpaper, will be more convenient to work with.
• Parts holder or vise.
• The edge itself.

How is the preparation for pasting the edge

So that the final result of your work looks impeccable and looks quite aesthetically pleasing when gluing the edge, a good iron should be used, preferably Teflon as the basis of the surface. Make sure that the ironing surface of the iron is clean - if there is any dirt, it must be removed. If you have picked up this tool, you can start pasting for example the shelves of the wardrobe.

For the most convenient work, do not use ordinary knives, a cutter is ideal. If you do not have such a knife, then you need to find an old knife blade and construct a cutter from it yourself.

You can make a block yourself - you need to take even an ordinary piece of chipboard and paste over it with sandpaper on one side.

A melamine edge with an already prepared layer of glue on it is on sale, but if you are "lucky" to purchase an edge without an adhesive coating, you need to apply glue on it yourself.

The holder can also be easily constructed independently from the remnants of chipboard, for this you need to take two small pieces of material and stuff them at a short distance from each other perpendicular to the base.

The process of pasting the edgebanding is carried out in stages.

• After unwinding the coil, attach it to the end of the part, leaving a little edge for trimming.

  How to glue PVC edge on chipboard at home

  In the standard, the width of the edge is 2.1 cm, and the chipboard, as a rule, has a width of 1.6-1.8 cm, so there will also be a margin for trimming and rubbing the edges. In order not to do unnecessary work and not to cut the edge lengthwise from two edges, it is better to align it on one side, and then cut off the excess only on the other side.

• After attaching the edge to the front, start heating and ironing it with an iron. Particular attention should be paid to the edges of the ends - there it is necessary to iron it most carefully.
• Details of small length are ironed entirely and immediately, while longer sections should be heated and ironed in parts - in sections of 40 centimeters. The end is cooled with felt or a damp cloth.
• Based on the quality of the tape used, the heating temperature of the iron is selected and regulated. If everything is set correctly, then the iron glides directly over the surface, does not cling to anything or scratch the edge. If the heating is correct, then the adhesive under the edge will spread evenly. And if you overdo it too much and overheat the edge, then bubbles will go and the edge will have to be removed and thrown away.
• If you nevertheless spoil some area, then in order to remove the spoiled material, you need to heat it up again and remove it with a knife. After cleaning the surface, you can start gluing again.
• If the edge is of high quality, then it will stick only after it has completely cooled down. Having found that the edge has completely cooled down, you can start trimming the excess. You can cut correctly by bending the edge, rubbing it with a bar until the chamfer is visible. white... Having seen the backing, you can already cut off unnecessary material.
• After trimming, all edges are carefully and thoroughly rubbed with a bar with sandpaper. At this stage, the gluing of the melamine edging is finished. And you can safely start installing the handles.

Furniture edge protects the end parts of cabinet products today. It is offered by most manufacturers, and is also divided into several types. Depending on the purpose of the furniture, a certain type is used, which qualitatively protects the edges from damage. In order to know which edging to give preference to when choosing products, it is necessary to study their variety, scope, and size.

Regardless of what type of edge is used, it is designed to protect the end parts of the product. Such a device is especially necessary in the production of inexpensive furniture from chipboard or chipboard. Since the composition of these materials contains harmful formaldehydes, which over time can evaporate their substances into the atmosphere. Edging materials allow you to close raw edges, preventing the spread of fumes.

Another undoubted plus of such a detail is protection wood materials from moisture ingress. As you know, penetrating into the pores of wood, water adversely affects it. If solid wood furniture is considered more resistant to moisture, then chipboard definitely needs an edge for furniture.

Self-production of furniture parts implies the mandatory use of edging. If this is not done, then during operation, the uncovered edges of the product will be subject to rapid wear. Possible reasons- accidental touching of the edge, scratching with a sharp object, careless closing of the doors. That is why the processing of chipboard with edging material is so important in the production of furniture. To consolidate the information provided, it is necessary to highlight a number of functions that the edge performs - a special tape made from various raw materials for processing furniture edges:

1. Beautiful appearance of the ends of the products. When shopping in a store, the customer first of all looks at the aesthetic design. It is unlikely that he wants to install a sliding wardrobe, where the internal shelves look unfinished, and their edges differ in color and structure from the facades;
2. Protection against mechanical damage. Edging materials are designed to protect fragile chipboards from moisture ingress, delamination. Chips and burrs from impacts can cause snags on clothing and scratches on skin. The laminated surface of furniture can crack even if it comes into contact with a hard object. If the edges of the parts are sealed with edging, the degree of damage and the chances of losing the attractiveness of the models are minimal;
3. Protection of human health. As already mentioned, the edge plays an important role in maintaining the health of the household. The more time the furniture is used, the higher the risks of the release of formaldehyde resins from the chipboard.

When choosing products for the home, you should pay attention to the specified subtleties. They will help to maintain the attractiveness of the furniture and prolong its safe use.

Kinds

In modern furniture production, manufacturers offer several options for edging at once. It is convenient to increase or decrease the cost of custom-made furniture. In addition, when making products on your own, the question arises of which type of furniture edge to choose. In order not to get confused, it is necessary to understand in detail the features of each, highlighting their pros and cons.

Name	Description	Dignity	Flaws
Melamine	Sold in reels, attached with glue only. Edging tape can be single-layer and double-layer, made on the basis of paper.	A wide choice of colors, the material easily repeats the outlines of the furniture, no additional equipment is required for work - everything can be glued on your own. Melamine edging is affordable.	Lack of protection against moisture ingress, has a weak level of protection against mechanical damage.
Pvc	Made from polyvinyl chloride. Available in two thicknesses to be used for different parts furniture. The cost of the material is slightly higher than the melamine analogue.	The edge will provide protection against acids, alkalis and moisture. The assortment is represented by a rich color variety. The PVC edge has a high level of protection against mechanical damage, and is also considered durable. Another undoubted plus is the incombustibility of raw materials.	The film is too stiff, which will not allow you to properly handle the bends of the product. In addition, it can only be fixed with a special machine. Self mount excluded.
ABS	Production material - acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene. This species is considered the most resistant to all types of damage.	The most durable edge on the market. It does not contain chlorine, which is safe for human health. The ABS edge has a fade-resistant surface. It is soft and easy to cut, and does not emit toxic substances.	No significant disadvantages were found for this type of edge. The only thing that can stop you from choosing is the high cost, due to which the price of furniture will rise. However, this disadvantage is compensated for by durability.
U-shaped from the overhead profile	The use of the U-shaped furniture edge finds its application on products that are constantly exposed to moisture.	The special shape more reliably protects the ends from mechanical damage. The material can be fixed by yourself using glue. Additionally, it allows you to hide existing defects in the edges of furniture. Prevents any objects from slipping off the shelves or table.	Such framing is considered bulky and does not always look appropriate on furniture.

Based on the information provided, we can conclude that the ABS furniture edge is considered the most optimal for home use - it reliably protects the edges of the products, preventing damage.

U-shaped

Melamine

Dimensions (edit)

To make the edging on the countertop or cabinet look natural and attractive, it is best to have this process done by professionals. Before choosing ready-made furniture or giving away products of our own production for edging, it is necessary not only to determine the type of edging, but also to decide which size will be most suitable.

For each type of inner filling it is necessary to use a different edge thickness. So, for visible ends, it is better to use a more reliable option.

Furniture edges are presented in the following dimensions:

1. Paper or melamine edging - options for the thickness of such a device - 0.2 or 0.4 cm. Manufacturers do not see the point in making it thicker, otherwise it will look ugly on furniture. The self-adhesive furniture edge deserves special attention. Such devices are sold per meter, as well as in reels of 200 m. Width - 26 mm;
2. PVC - product thickness 0.4, 1 and 2 mm. Manufacturers often equip front ends with thin options, and shelves and drawers with thick ones. The standard width is 26.5 mm, and bobbins are produced in 150, 200 and 300 m;
3. ABS - the width of such an edge is from 19 to 22 mm. The thickness can be 0.4, 1, 2 and 3 mm. For reliability, it is recommended to process the edges with the strongest edging of 3 mm;
4. Overhead U-shaped profile - available in widths of 16 or 18 mm for chipboard materials, thickness from 3 mm and more.

Before processing furniture, do not forget to measure the thickness of the material - for chipboard it is 16 mm, for countertops it will be 32 mm. Do not forget that the main enemies of chipboard are fungi, mold and bacteria, so high-quality edging is considered a must.

PVC dimensions

Sizes of melamine edging

Criterias of choice

The edge in furniture significantly improves the appearance of cabinets, drawers, tables, as well as any other cabinet furniture. Today it is available in various colors, and it will not be difficult to choose an option for the shade of the furniture. To make the selection process easier, and the result will please the family for many years, pay attention to the following selection criteria:

1. Material - speaking of material, edging can be divided into paper, plastic and rubber. The pros and cons of each have been described above. When choosing, you should pay attention to its compatibility with the material of production of the furniture itself;
2. Width - popular sizes vary between 22 and 38 mm, so before trimming the product, it is worth choosing the optimal width - it should completely hide the edges of the product;
3. Thickness - today manufacturers use an edge from 0.2 mm thick. It is necessary to take into account the purpose and storage conditions of furniture in order to select the required thickness parameter;
4. The presence of an adhesive layer. This criterion is important for people who want to fix the edge on the product on their own. If the device does not have an adhesive layer, then it will not work to make the edging with your own hands;
5. Fastening type - a distinction is made between rigid, overhead and cut-in edges. Depending on the purpose, one of the options is chosen. Also, the mortise type is divided into T-shaped and U-shaped;
6. Surface type - edge coating can be glossy, matte, embossed or embossed. Consider this criterion to improve performance appearance furniture.

Having studied all the indicators of furniture edges, you can safely go for a new set of furniture. When buying, please pay Special attention on the quality of processing edges and end parts. It is worth additionally asking the seller about the method of fixing the edge. By purchasing furniture products with a durable edge, you can provide them with a long service life.

Self-adhesive furniture edge - a narrow strip of melamine, PVC, ABS or other material

Furniture edge - useful element both for craftsmen who make furniture with their own hands, and for any owner. With its help you will be able to revive old utensils and protect them from rapid destruction. Perhaps not everyone understands which useful invention We talk. Then we will analyze what a furniture edge is, what types of it there are, and what it is generally used for.

Thanks to the edge, the chipboard gains protection against chips, swelling and other deformations,

If you make furniture with your own hands, you are familiar with the need to process the ends. After cutting the slab, this procedure is necessary. It will be especially useful for chipboard, since water and dirt can get into unprotected cuts.

The use of a furniture edge is a mandatory step in the production of furniture.

In this case, the product will deteriorate faster. It is for the processing of cuts that the furniture edge is used.

Postforming and Softforming are very high-quality methods for edging chipboard ends, which are made on special machines

This product is a finishing material, a narrow strip of melamine or other materials, designed to be attached to the ends of furniture. Its main functions are protective and decorative. It hides the places where the chipboard layer is visible from the inside. It is known to be a wood-based material, and it has a somewhat unaesthetic appearance. In this case, the furniture edge is simply salvation.

The PVC edge for furniture is rightfully considered to be a better, more durable protection of the end face of the part.

The second function is protective. In addition to protecting the furniture itself, it helps to avoid injuries and drags on clothes. The sawn-off edges of the chipboard slab are sharp and often damage clothes, they can also get hurt. They are especially unsafe for the kitchen and children's room. Therefore, processing the edges is a must. And the furniture edge is best suited for this purpose.

The difference between PVC coating 0.4 and 2 mm

Popular types of furniture edges

There are several types of edging. Basically, they vary depending on the composition, thickness and appearance.

Melamine edging with glue - the most budgetary, but not the highest quality look

ABS edge - durable and reliable thermal plastic, easy to use

PVC edge is very popular for facing the ends of laminated chipboard

So, we present the most popular types.

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Melamine	Most common for home use. This is a melamine tape on the reverse side of which a layer of glue is applied, activated by heat. It is inexpensive, but does not differ in quality either; it is afraid of moisture, and its service life is short, even with respect.
PVC	Most the best option in terms of price and quality ratio. Used in most modern products. Represents PVC tape in 2, or 0.4mm. The thicker one is used for processing the outer sides, and the thinner one is used for cuts on the back of the product. Processing with this type is carried out only in production, since this requires a special machine.
ABS plastic	Also a good option, similar to the previous one, only has a more environmentally friendly composition. It is extremely rare on sale. Used in the manufacture of furniture in a factory.
It is rarely used in modern production, but it is found on sale. This is a more reliable option than the previous ones. The T-profile has a stronger base and greater thickness. It is made mainly of laminated chipboard. Has a spike connection. The profile has spikes that fit into the grooves on the furniture (pre-drilled).
Cover profile C 18	It has been used for a long time. Still popular in furniture making, both in production and at home. Represents an inflexible chipboard tape, which is put on the cut part of the board and fixed with liquid nails. Quite easy to use, therefore it is common in self-production furniture. The downside is its location. The edge protrudes a few millimeters beyond the furniture, thereby increasing its size, and thus dirt is clogged under the ledge.

Cut-in T-profile - inserted into the milled groove in the end of the chipboard

Overhead U-profile C18 is a good option, you can use it for chipboard at home

Veneer is not the most popular material for edging; special skills are required to work with it

At home, melamine edging is most commonly used. It is easy to use and is available in a wide range on the construction market.

3D acrylic edging (PMMA-3D)

The most popular PVC edgeband in Russia Rehau has a wide range of colors.

We apply the edge with our own hands

It is quite possible to get such an edge at home.

It is possible to process cuts with a PVC edge exclusively in production. This procedure is not difficult to order when purchasing stoves, or as a separate service. But if you only need to mend old furniture, or there is simply no desire to go to production, you can process the cuts in this way at home.

We glue the edge with our own hands at home

To do this, you need to purchase a melamine edging. Also prepare:

• building hair dryer or old iron
• sandpaper;
• clerical or construction knife;
• rag;
• a stand with the function of fixing parts (a vise or someone's help will do).

Edging tools and materials

We will stock up on more dexterity, and we can proceed to work.

Work 30-40 centimeters in size gradually. This way there will be less damage and errors.

Thus, you can process small products, it is better to entrust larger ones to a professional.

Advantages and disadvantages of home processing

In self-processing, there are always both advantages and disadvantages. As a rule, there are more positive aspects. In this case, the undoubted advantage is the speed and cost of work. You don’t have to wait until the product comes from production, you don’t need to place an order and pick it up. Naturally, having done the work yourself, you only pay for the edge.

The downside is the limited choice, since you can independently apply only a melamine edge, overlay or cut-in profile (which are quite rare).

Treating a small surface with melamine edging is fairly straightforward and best done at home. But a large product requiring PVC edgebanding is best left to professionals.

Video: Types of chipboard end edges

The edge in the furniture industry is necessary to protect the end edges of the product from chips, cracks and other damage, and it also protects against moisture and formaldehyde vapors.

You will learn about the types of edges, as well as the methods of gluing them and how to glue the edge with an iron and a hairdryer from this article.

Types of edges - why are they needed

1. The most common type is melamine edging with paper-based glue... It is used for finishing the interior of furniture. Affordable, inexpensive, but not the most quality option... Does not tolerate moisture, wears out quickly. Easy to stick at home with a simple iron.
2. T-shaped flexible profile - is a T-shaped bar, it is inserted into the slot in the side of the chipboard or MDF. It is convenient to replace the damaged element in the future without disassembling the furniture. You will need a milling machine for installation.
3. PVC edging - reliably protects the ends of the furniture from damage, is durable, resistant to moisture. To glue the PVC piping, you will need an edging machine, so using this type of edge at home is difficult.
4. ABS plastic is an eco-friendly chlorine-free option. Prized for its resistance to high temperatures and physical damage.

All options can be divided into two subspecies - edges without glue and with glue.

Average cost of a profile for one running meter:

• PVC 0.4 mm thick - about 25 rubles,
• PVC 2 mm thick - about 40 rubles,
• Melamine material for chipboard - about 25 rubles.

In our country, products from the Rehau company are actively used, which offers a large selection color solutions, as well as different belt widths from 15 to 45 mm.

To simplify the work, you can use various specialized furniture programs that calculate how much materials are required for gluing the edges.

PVC edge - how to glue step by step at home

For work you will need:

• iron or hair dryer,
• and of course buy a PVC edge with glue
• hard roller,
• newspaper or paper sheet

The material is heated to make the glue sticky. Heating is performed with an iron in the "Synthetics" mode.

• The profile is applied to the end in such a way that it overlaps the end of the section.
• Next, the iron is again heated through the newspaper. Since the glue dissolves quickly, the process is quite active, and it is convenient to move the iron along the PVC edge.
• The edge itself must be carefully pressed and ironed until it adheres along its entire length.

1. Bonding with a hot air gun... Instead of an iron, you can use a building hair dryer. The PVC edge is heated from the glue side and when the composition becomes sticky, the material is applied to the end of the desired area, clamped and gently smoothed.
2. Bonding with Moment glue... This way will fit in the event that there is no adhesive layer on the edge. The quality of the end is checked manually, sawdust, debris, dust are removed until the surface is clean. Then glue is applied to both the material and the end and wait until it sets. After that, apply and press. Using a roller, the section is rolled so that the glue sets faster.

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How to remove excess material

If it was not possible to carefully glue the edge the first time, the procedure will have to be repeated. To do this, glue is again applied to the site and the profile is clamped using a roller or manually.

Since usually the width of PVC edges is taken with a margin, you need to carefully remove the excess at the edges. To do this, use an ordinary clerical knife or file. It is taken with both hands and pressed on the protruding fragment. As a result, the excess parts are broken off and an edge is left that coincides in width with the section.

Completion of work

After everything is stuck, it remains to process the irregularities with sandpaper.

How to glue an edge on a chipboard - description

Melamine edging is the best option for home use when old furniture needs to be refurbished with minimal cost... If the furniture is expensive, it is better to turn to professionals who use other more expensive and high quality material.

Consider how to glue the edge on a chipboard worktop at home.

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For work, you will need the following materials:

• skin,
• sharpened jamb knife,
• wallpaper roller,
• melamine edging,
• construction hair dryer or iron.

Algorithm of actions:

1. select the operating mode of the iron so that it does not get too hot and does not burn the chipboard and at the same time ensure proper melting of the glue,
2. sand the edges of the chipboard for gluing, eliminate irregularities,
3. measure the profile,
4. heat it up with an iron and press it tightly against the area with a roller (if there is no glue layer, you will need to apply glue to the edge yourself, for example, Moment glue),
5. cut off the hanging edges of the edge with a knife.

It is necessary to trim at an angle along the edge, slightly wringing the material. Then it will remain to process the edges with a sandpaper so that there are no burrs and irregularities left.

If the cut of the edge and the chipboard itself are slightly different, a stain will help to correct the difference.

In the case when the part has a complex shape, and the edge of the surface is characterized by a complex relief, it is not always possible to glue the material evenly the first time. In such a situation, it is worth contacting professionals so as not to spoil the product.

Types of edge glue

What glue to choose for the edge

Professionals furniture production actively use hot melt adhesives for edgebanding... They are convenient if the production will be delivered to the flow, and both high quality of the result and fast speed are required.

Hot melt adhesives are thermoplastics, which means they become very elastic when heated and harden quickly when cooled. Responsible for these properties is the ethylene-vinyl acetate polymer included in the adhesive. The disadvantage of using is the need to use special equipment, namely the appropriate machines or manual guns for applying glue to parts and heating it.

1. V living conditions PVC glue is often used, which adheres paper materials well to various surfaces. Homogeneous without lumps light color the mass adheres well to surfaces, but is afraid of moisture. It does not require the use of additional equipment, therefore it is convenient for use by non-professional craftsmen.
2. Universal adhesives "Moment and 88-Lux" are suitable, which will reliably glue the material to the chipboard and PVC surface. After 3-4 hours, the product can be used. Adhesives are inexpensive, safe, and affordable.
3. Among the professional furniture glue for edging, it is worth noting the products from Kleiberit. The company offers hot-melt adhesives for cladding, for soft-forming material (in case the surface is embossed), as well as for cladding.