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Batten doors are almost exclusively made out of wooden panels. The majority of batten doors will be made from an inexpensive softwood, but higher quality woods can be used, and they can also be made from engineered woods. |
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Natural woods are popular choices for batten doors. They are usually attractive and can easily be finished with paint, stain or varnish when being used for internal doors. Natural woods will last a very long time, but only if they are finished and maintained properly. If they are exposed to excessive moisture they can warp and rot. |
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SoftwoodSoftwood is the term used for the wood gathered from fast-growing trees. It is typically softer and lighter in colour than hardwood. Softwood usually the cheapest because of the speed of its growth. Check the individual features of different species to decide which wood will be the best choice. |
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HardwoodHardwoods come from slower growing trees. This makes them more expensive as they take longer to replenish. They are usually harder than softwoods, but this is not always the case. Different species will have different features. Hardwoods usually have a little more fire resistance than softwoods. |
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Engineered woods are produced as cheaper alternatives to natural woods. They have some enhanced features compared to natural wood but are usually as attractive. Engineered woods can have natural wooden veneers added to improve their look. |
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PlywoodPlywood uses thin layers of natural wood bound together to increase its strength and help the boards resist warping. It can typically be treated in a similar way to natural wood, but it will need to be a special grade for use as an external door. It is not considered to be as attractive as natural wood and can be heavy, making it more difficult to work with. |
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