In presented research, we examined the mechanical properties of particleboards made from bamboo particles. The particles were obtained by processing bamboo stems in a laboratory chipper, followed by sieving to obtain suitable fractions. Subsequently, we conducted a series of experiments, exploring various combinations of spruce and bamboo made particleboards bonded together using urea-formaldehyde resin. Altogether, we manufactured five single-layer particleboards and four three-layer particleboards. We determined the flexural and tensile strengths as well as the thickness swelling of the produced boards. The obtained data indicated that the mechanical properties of particleboards made from bamboo are comparable to those made from spruce particles. Our research reveals important aspects for the industry and sustainable solutions in the production of particleboards. Bamboo serves as an excellent alternative to traditionally used materials.
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