Types and process of gluing furniture edges made of PVC and melamine onto chipboard. Options for furniture edges, materials and installation features Types of furniture edges

Furniture edge is facing material in the form of a strip, intended for finishing and decorating cuts and ends of furniture parts. Selected based on width Chipboard boards s, to match the color and texture of the facade, furniture body or fittings.

Edge functions

Furniture edges can be used for products for various purposes, including when used in rooms with a damp and aggressive environment. In this case, the edge for chipboard boards performs the following functions:

decorates the facade or body parts, covering the raw cut of the slab;
protects chipboard cut or MDF from contact with moisture and swelling;
thanks to the strength of the adhesive base, the edges are protected from chips and cracks in places where the slabs are cut;
protects a person from scratches and splinters by covering the cut with edging material.

Due to their strength and durability, PVC and ABS edgebands are the most popular. Another variety - U-shaped end edge made of PVC (furniture edging) - can be either overhead or mortise. The most affordable is self-adhesive edging material based on paper impregnated with melamine resins. Melamine edging tape for furniture, which can be purchased most cheaply, is available with and without adhesive.

MDM offers to buy furniture edges in Moscow and Moscow Region, also in regions around favorable price. Our online store offers wide choice edge materials from well-known manufacturers, including metallized, 3-D acrylic, aluminum edges for furniture.

Today we’ll look at a more professional technique for gluing end decorative edges. This is edging with hot glue using a hair dryer. Naturally, without having professional equipment, we will disassemble it in an amateur manner, accessible to any garage technician.

To work, we will need a 2 mm PVC edge with hot-melt adhesive applied to it - it is applied with a special roller in the form of a mesh.

It can be purchased at furniture stores by the meter. If the store does not sell edges with an applied adhesive layer, then it can be applied in furniture shops for a fee (as a rule, it does not exceed 5 rubles per linear meter).

In addition to the edge itself, we will need a heat gun (aka industrial hair dryer),
and also edge router, with a molding cutter with a ball bearing installed in it.
Additional elements are a fabric glove (one is enough) and a felt block.

Let's move on to consider the methodology itself. It is better to set the hairdryer to medium values (about 300-400 degrees Celsius).

We fix the workpiece on the workbench (horizontally if it is large and vertically in a clamp if it is small). First, we warm up the tip of the edge tape - it should soften a little and become elastic.

While the glue has not hardened, apply the heated edge to the end of the workpiece. Using a felt block, press the attached edge tightly against the part for 10-20 seconds until the glue cools.

Then, directing a stream of hot air into the gap between the part and the edge tape, we warm up the latter, 10-15 centimeters in length,

after which we put the hair dryer aside, take a block and roll the heated tape with sliding movements.

This manipulation is repeated again and again. At the same time, you should not overheat the edge (it should not acquire pronounced plastic properties). If only to a minimal extent - the edge seems to begin to stretch towards the workpiece - then stop heating, you need to press. This moment comes with experience.

It is important not only not to overheat, but also not to underheat. In the first case, the edge will acquire excessive plasticity and may become wavy. In the second case, it simply won’t stick.

Now we move on to the next stage, which is quite difficult at first - this is processing or gluing the corner radius (and it is easier to glue the outer one than the inner one). I described >>.

In this case, the edge must be just overheated so that it can easily be molded onto the profile being glued.

After warming up, when the edge has softened, we quickly press the edge to the surface, trying to move along the entire corner.

At first it may not work out, that is, you need to practice first.

After we have glued all the edge tape, we move on to removing the excess, that is, overhangs. You can cut the ends with pruning shears or simply break them off after scratching them with a sharp object (I usually use method 1).

Overhangs on the edges are removed with a special edge router.

Doing this manually is quite problematic due to the large thickness of the edge. The cutter cuts off the excess while rounding off the remaining edge.

Excess glue, which is often not removed with a cutter, can be scraped off with a simple metal ruler.

Often, after removing the overhangs, visible areas are not glued together.

Personally, I usually get them at the corners. What to do with them? We take the hairdryer again and heat up the un-glued area from the outside, trying to get a stream of air to blow into the gap.

After warming up for 5-6 seconds, put the hair dryer aside and firmly press the area with a felt block to the surface of the part for 20-30 seconds.

As a rule, this is enough to glue the edge and remove the gap.

Now all that remains is to polish the milled edge, which has a rough structure.

To do this, we make several vigorous movements along the cut edge of the edge.

At the same time, the felt warms up a little, melts the PVC, which smoothes out all the unevenness.

And a photo of the finished work (it will be a tabletop with a rounded corner).

This technique is used even in small professional workshops when processing radius parts because large stationary automatic edgers, as a rule, do not have the ability to apply edges to curves, and not everyone considers it cost-effective to purchase small specialized units (at least in a furniture workshop, with with whom I collaborate, this is exactly the case).

Today, furniture edges serve as protection for the end parts of cabinet products. It is offered by most manufacturers, and is also divided into several types. Depending on the purpose of the furniture, it is used certain type, 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 of application, as well as sizes.

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 when producing inexpensive furniture from chipboard or laminated chipboard. Since these materials contain harmful formaldehydes, which over time can evaporate their substances into the atmosphere. Edge materials allow you to cover raw edges, preventing the spread of fumes.

Another undoubted advantage of such a detail is protection. wood materials from moisture getting inside. As you know, water penetrating into the pores of wood has a detrimental effect on it. If solid wood furniture is considered more resistant to moisture, then chipboard definitely needs an edge for the furniture.

Independent 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's why chipboard processing edging material is so important in furniture production. To consolidate the information provided, it is necessary to highlight a number of functions performed by the edge - a special tape made from various raw materials for processing the edges of furniture:

Beautiful appearance of the ends of the products. When shopping in a store, the buyer first of all looks at the aesthetic design. It is unlikely that he will want to install a wardrobe where the internal shelves look unfinished, and their edges differ in color and structure from the facades;
Protection from mechanical damage. Edge materials are designed to protect fragile chipboards from moisture and delamination. Chips and burrs caused by impacts can cause snags on clothing and scratches on the skin. The laminated surface of furniture can crack even when in contact with a hard object. If the edges of the parts are sealed with edging, the degree of damage and the chances of loss of attractiveness of the models are minimal;
Protecting human health. As already mentioned, the edge plays an important role in maintaining the health of household members. The longer the furniture is used, the higher the risk of formaldehyde resins escaping from the chipboard.

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

Species

IN modern production Furniture manufacturers offer several edging options. This is convenient for increasing or decreasing the cost of custom-made furniture. In addition, when making products yourself, the question arises of what 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	Advantages	Flaws
Melamine	Sold in reels, attached only with glue. The edging tape can be single-layer or double-layer, and is made on the basis of paper.	Large selection of colors, the material easily follows the contours of the furniture, no need for work additional equipment- You can glue everything yourself. Melamine furniture edging is affordable.	Lack of protection against moisture, has a weak level of protection against mechanical damage.
PVC	Made from polyvinyl chloride. Available in two thicknesses to suit different parts furniture. The cost of the material is slightly more than its melamine counterpart.	The edge will provide protection from acids, alkalis and moisture. The assortment is represented by a rich color variety. The PVC edge has high level protection from mechanical damage and is also considered durable. Another undoubted advantage is the non-flammability of raw materials.	The film is too rigid, which will not allow for quality processing of the product’s curves. In addition, it can only be fixed using a special machine. Self-attachment is excluded.
ABS	Manufacturing material: acrylonitrile butadiene styrene. This type is considered the most resistant to all types of damage.	The most durable edge of all presented. It does not contain chlorine, which is safe for human health. The ABS edge has a fade-resistant finish. 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 increase. However, this disadvantage is compensated by durability.
U-shaped from an overlay profile	The use of U-shaped furniture edges is used on products that are constantly exposed to moisture.	The special shape more reliably protects the ends from mechanical damage. The material can be fixed independently using glue. Additionally, it allows you to hide existing defects in the edges of furniture. Prevents any objects from sliding 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 most optimal for home use ABS furniture edge is considered - it reliably protects the edges of products, preventing damage.

U-shaped

Melamine

Dimensions

To make edging on a countertop or cabinet look natural and attractive, it is best to have this process performed by professionals. Before you choose ready-made furniture or give the product for edging own production, it is necessary not only to decide on the type of edge, but also to decide which size will be most suitable.

For every type internal filling It is necessary to use edges of different thicknesses. So, for visible ends it is better to use a more reliable option.

Furniture edges are available in the following sizes:

Paper or melamine edge - the thickness options for such a device are 0.2 or 0.4 cm. Manufacturers see no point in making it thicker, otherwise it will look ugly on the furniture. Self-adhesive furniture edges deserve special attention. Such devices are sold by the meter, as well as in reels of 200 m. Width - 26 mm;
PVC – product thickness 0.4, 1 and 2 mm. Manufacturers often equip the front ends with thin options, and shelves and drawers with thick ones. Standard width– 26.5 mm, and reels are produced in 150, 200 and 300 m;
ABS - the width of such an edge is from 19 to 22 mm. Thickness can be 0.4, 1, 2 and 3 mm. For reliability, it is recommended to treat the edges with the strongest edging of 3 mm;
Overhead U-shaped profile– available in widths of 16 or 18 mm under chipboard materials, thickness from 3 mm and above.

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. Don’t forget that the main enemies of chipboard are fungus, mold and bacteria, so high-quality edging is considered a mandatory step.

PVC sizes

Melamine Edge Sizes

Selection criteria

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

Material – speaking of material, edgings can be divided into paper, plastic and rubber. The pros and cons of each of them have been described above. When choosing, you should pay attention to its compatibility with the material of production of the furniture itself;
Width – popular sizes vary between 22 and 38 mm, so before cutting the product, it’s worth choosing optimal width– it should completely hide the edges of the product;
Thickness – today manufacturers use edges from 0.2 mm thick. It is necessary to take into account the purpose and storage conditions of the furniture in order to select the required thickness parameter;
Presence of an adhesive layer. This criterion is important for people who want to secure the edge to the product themselves. If the device does not have an adhesive layer, then you will not be able to make the edging yourself;
Type of fastening - there are rigid, overhead and mortise edges. Depending on the purpose, choose one of the options. The mortise type is also divided into T-shaped and U-shaped;
Surface type - edge coating can be glossy, matte, embossed or embossed. Take this criterion into account to improve performance appearance furniture.

Having studied all the indicators of furniture edges, you can safely go for a new set of furniture. Please note when purchasing special attention on the quality of processing of edges and end parts. It is worth additionally asking the seller about the method of fixing the edge. By purchasing furniture products with a strong edge, you can provide it long term services.

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

In general, 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 found up to 170 mm

Thickness (Popular)

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

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

PVC (1 and 2 mm thick, 22 and 34 mm wide, depending on the thickness of the slab)
ABS (thickness from 0.4-2 mm)
Melamine edge with paper backing (0.4-0.6 mm thick)

Melamine

This is a furniture edge made on paper based and 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 accessible, therefore it is very often used in furniture production, but to be honest, the quality of such furniture leaves much to be desired.

Advantages

A large assortment of decors that, according to color scheme match as much as possible with chipboard
Does not require expensive equipment for pasting and processing
Easy to use, even at home using an iron
Inexpensive price

Flaws

Very thin (0.4 mm – 0.6 mm)
Low resistance to mechanical stress
Poor protection against moisture
The pattern (structure) does not last long

You can find out more about working with melamine edges.

ABS edge (ABS) - Acrylonitrile-Butadiene-Styrene

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

Advantages

Does not lose color or deform
High-quality, rich matte and glossy colors
Has a perfect smooth surface
Does not emit harmful substances
Less dangerous than other materials when heated and processed

Flaws

High cost (compared to PVC, and especially melamine)

In fact, ABS is used in different types furniture, but it will be especially relevant when actually making quality furniture, which should have increased operational properties, and especially when increased resistance of furniture to moisture and chemical environments is needed. ABS gluing technology.

PVC edge

Quite a popular furniture edge for cladding the end surfaces of laminated chipboards. 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.

Advantages

Durability and wear resistance
Reliable protection of the ends from moisture and mechanical damage
Resistance to alkalis, acids, fats and salt solutions
Fire resistant

Flaws

For gluing you need a special hot melt adhesive with a minimum melting threshold
It is impossible to achieve a perfectly glossy surface

As with ABS, for strong grip PVC glue edges with a 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 of gluing PVC edges.

PVC Profile

This is another type of furniture edges for cladding chipboard ends. Made from high-quality PVC plastic with a special high-strength coating.

Specifications:

Large range of colors (wood with structure, metal, glossy, plain)
Applicable to chipboard thicknesses 16,18 and 32mm
Material (soft and hard)

There are several types of PVC profiles

U-shaped (invoice)

Flexible
Hard

T-shaped (mortise)

With girth
No girth

Thanks to its “sides”, it is able to ideally hide chips and irregularities at the ends of parts, the cuts of which were made with a low-quality or poorly sharpened saw. In some cases, when conceived by the designer, it is also an element of decor. More details on lining the end surfaces of chipboard with this type of profile.

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

Polymethylmethacrylate-based edge, consisting of two main layers, the bottom one with decorative finishing or a pattern, and the top one 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 3D edge. Always goes on top of the edge protective film, which you remove after trimming. Those. first you paste over the 3D edge of the chipboard, cut it, and only after that remove it protective layer. It is better if you remove it after installing the furniture, so as not to damage the glossy surface.

Advantages

This furniture edge is very rigid (thickness from 1.3 mm) and durable, due to which it is highly resistant 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 the ends of chipboard, 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 the stove can be completely sealed. In essence, postforming and softforming is a method of applying chipboard or laminate to pre-milled ends.

They are sold ready-made and have different widths and are sold linear meters, and the edges that are cut are sealed with PVC edges or aluminum joining strips, as is the case with a kitchen countertop. There is not much difference between postforming and softforming, and in both cases this technology involves the application of durable polymer material to 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 kinds relief surface, and even with an internal surface (groove for glass). That is, the end of the chipboard can be milled in the same way as in MDF, and easily laminated using this method. For example, the front end of a kitchen chipboard table tops 32 mm was obtained by the postforming method, and the facade (and the laminated groove for glass) was obtained by the softforming method.

Video: types of furniture edges

Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) edging is a narrow strip that is intended for finishing the corners of furniture. Using an edge, you can protect and decorate cut areas. And even more so, if you use cheap chipboard furniture, then you need it more than anyone else, since it protects against the influence of harmful toxins such as formaldehyde. Edging also protects the material from moisture penetration and makes the material durable.

Advantages of furniture edging:

Damage, chips, dirt and moisture will not get inside.
Preventing formaldehyde evaporation and increasing the service life of laminated chipboards.
Decorates furniture and hides imperfections.

Basically, PVC edges are 0.4 and 2 mm.

Features of 0.4mm thick edge

This material is elastic and durable. With our equipment you can achieve maximum strength using a special glue heated to 190 degrees using a straight edge banding machine. Interesting feature The 0.4 mm PVC edge means that it does not protrude beyond the laminated chipboard.

By using such an edge, you will reduce the possibility of damage and increase the time of use of the furniture several times. Thanks to its use, you will be able to use furniture in places with different temperatures and air humidity. This option is mainly used in inconspicuous places.

Using 2mm edge

This is the most common edge. It is used on those ends that fall into the field of view. Furniture with this type of edge looks neat and aesthetically pleasing, and can also serve you for many years. Edging is performed on specially equipped machines.

The most ideal option there will be an edge measuring 2 and 0.4 mm. It is the most stable and durable option. Tape with a thickness of 0.4 mm is mainly used in closed places, and strips with a thickness of 2 mm are applied to open, visible places. But this requires a specialized machine, so it can only be ordered. In order to glue the edge, we use a special glue in granules. We heat it to a liquid state, then apply it to the edge and glue it. Our products are high quality and durable.

You can order this service from us, and we will complete your order as quickly as possible. Of course, you decide for yourself which type of edging to choose, but we can help you with this.