Finger joint solid hardwood panels are made by joining small pieces of solid hardwood through a finger jointing technique. The short lamellas are glued to each other by 4 sides. With the technique, the fingers or tabs will be machine interlocking into the ends of the wood pieces. Later on, they will be glued together to create longer boards or panels.
Thanks to our precision-driven finger-jointing process, we obtain longer and wider solid hardwood panels from small pieces of wood. We maximize the use of available resources and reduce waste. Finger jointed panels are used in a great variety of woodworking applications such as flooring, cabinetry, furniture making, and interior trim.
We are detail-oriented professionals and follow specific steps to make high-quality finger joint panels. The steps are:
Only high-quality hardwood boards are used for the finger jointing process. We use oak and beech wood from sustainable resources.
We use the WEINIG Variorip 310 Rip Saw to precisely cut the planks of wood into lamellae. The pieces will be of similar width and length. The specific dimensions will vary on the requirements of the final product.
We use Weinig Opticut 260 to remove the knots or the imperfections.
The small pieces will go to the planing machine Profimat 50.
Every end of the hardwood pieces will be milled to obtain the interlocking fingers or tabs that will create the joints. We use a WEINIG Profijoint finger jointer machine that cuts various vertical and horizontal finger joint profiles. The state-of-the-art machine can process hardwood of sizes:
widths up to 150 (170) mm, wood thicknesses up to 50 (80) mm and wood entry lengths between 150 and 700 mm.
The longue lamellas and the rough lamellas will go into the Powermat 700 machine. The machinery will perform the final planing before glueing.
The milled hardwood pieces will be assembled so that the fingers of one piece interlock with the fingers of the adjacent piece. We apply glue to the mating surfaces to obtain a strong bond between the pieces.
Once assembled, we clamp together the jointed wood pieces to apply pressure and make sure that the glue bonds correctly. One technician will operate the Profipress L II 2500 glueing press that automatically feeds lamella, glues and presses. The glueing press machine works for both single-layer and multi-layer solid hardwood panels.
To heat the glue lines and speed up curing, the press machine uses high radio frequency. It protects the hardwood from heating as it only heats the glue. After 4 minutes inside, the lamellas will be pushed outside.
There's minimal waste of glue and the gluing is highly precise. We leave the clamps in place for some time so that the glue cures completely.
We will trim all the excess material or irregularities in the jointed panels after the glue has cured. Our technicians have access to high-tech precision machinery for trimming. We sand the surface so that it's smooth and uniform.
We run in-detail quality control checks to make sure that the finished pales meet the high standards for appearance, quality, and structural integrity.
Finger joint solid hardwood panels are strong and the interlocking joints improve the structural integrity of the panels. The panels present a low risk of warping, twisting, or splitting, especially when compared to solid wood panels with no finger joints.
Since we join small pieces together, we maximize the use of available hardwood. There are significant cost savings compared to when using large, solid hardwood panels. Thanks to our precision-driven process, the finger joints generate panels of uniform size and shape.
Versatility is present and finger joint solid hardwood panels can be used in various woodworking applications, such as furniture making, interior trim, flooring, and cabinetry. The panels will be easy to use for woodworking projects as the panels are smaller than solid wood panels.
Finger jointing promotes sustainable forestry practices as small pieces of wood are used. The environmental impact is low. Also, we can use renewable and responsibly sourced hardwood (oak and beech) to make the finger joint solid hardwood panels.
Last, but not least, finger joint solid wood panels can be finished in numerous ways, such as staining, painting, and applying a clear coat. The panels will have the desired appearance and will be protected against moisture and wear.
Finger joint hardwood panels can be used in various woodworking projects as they are strong, versatile, and cost-efficient. The most common applications are:
Furniture making
Finger joint solid hardwood panels can be used for making furniture pieces such as dressers, chairs, tables, and bed frames. The structural integrity and uniform appearance recommend them for functional and decorative furniture components.
Cabinetry
Professionals can use the finger joint panels to make bathroom vanities, kitchen cabinets, and storage units. The panels support significant loads and withstand frequent use as they are strong and stable.
Flooring
Finger solid wood panels can be used as flooring material in both commercial and residential spaces. They ensure a long-lasting and attractive surface that can resist intense foot traffic and everyday wear and tear.
Interior trim and moulding
The finger joint panels can be used for interior trim elements such as door frames, crown molding, and window casings. Thanks to their uniformity and easy machining, the panels are adequate for intricate profiles and details.
Wall paneling
Professionals can use finger joint solid hardwood panels to make decorative wall paneling in houses, offices, and retail buildings. They give warmth and texture to interior walls and provide a long-lasting surface that can be finished in many ways.
Architectural applications
Finger joint solid hardwood panels can be used for architectural features such as railings, staircases, and columns. As they are solid, the panels will withstand heavy structural loads and add visual interest to the space, both interior and exterior.
Crafts and woodworking projects
Woodworkers and craftsmen use finger-joint solid wood panels in various small-scale projects, such as shelving, box making, picture frames, and decorative accents. Easy to use and versatile, the panels are useful in various creative projects.
