IS 2191 (Part 2): 2022
Wood - Wooden flush door shutters (cellular and hollow core type) – Particle board and hardboard face panels
summary
Wooden flush door shutters are doors with cellular or hollow core construction, faced with particle board or hardboard panels. They are lightweight, durable, and provide smooth surfaces for painting or laminating. Widely used in residential, commercial, and institutional buildings, they offer structural stability, sound insulation, and aesthetic appeal.
Why BIS Certificate is Mandatory for Wooden flush door shutters (cellular and hollow core type) – Particle board and hardboard face panels
BIS certification is mandatory to ensure safety, durability, and quality of wooden flush door shutters. Certification ensures compliance with Indian Standards regarding dimensional stability, moisture resistance, core bonding, surface finish, and fire safety, preventing defective doors, hazards, and consumer complaints while maintaining uniformity and reliability in the construction industry.
What is BIS Certified for Wooden flush door shutters (cellular and hollow core type) – Particle board and hardboard face panels
The BIS certified specification defines standards for wooden flush door shutters with cellular and hollow cores. It covers material composition, core construction, face panels, adhesives, dimensional tolerances, mechanical strength, surface finish, moisture resistance, and fire performance, ensuring doors are safe, durable, high quality, and suitable for residential and commercial applications.
Test required for Wooden flush door shutters (cellular and hollow core type) – Particle board and hardboard face panels
| Title | Mandatory/Optional |
|---|---|
| Timber | Required |
| Alternative Materials (LVL VLL MDF HDF Plywood) | Optional |
| Face Panels: Particle Board MDF/ HDF Fibre Hardboard | Optional |
| Adhesive | Optional |
| Swelling in thickness of the particle board, MDF and HDF board | Required |
| Construction | Required |
| Fittings | Required |
| Workmanship and finish | Required |
| Dimensions and Squareness test | Required |
| General flatness test | Required |
| Local planeness test | Required |
| Slamming test | Required |
| End immersion test | Required |
| Glue adhesion test | Required |
| Impact indentationtes | Optional |
| Screw withdrawal resistance test | Optional |
| Flexure test | Optional |
| Edge loading test | Optional |
| Shock resistance test | Optional |
| Buckling test | Optional |
| Misuse test | Optional |
| Varying humiditytest | Optional |
Benefits of BIS Certification for Wooden flush door shutters (cellular and hollow core type) – Particle board and hardboard face panels
1. Assured Quality and Durability
BIS certification ensures wooden flush door shutters meet strength, core bonding, and surface finish standards, preventing warping, delamination, or premature damage.
2. Safety and Fire Resistance
Certified doors comply with fire safety and structural integrity requirements, reducing risks in residential and commercial buildings.
3. Moisture and Termite Protection
BIS standards ensure proper adhesives, core quality, and panel treatment, providing resistance against moisture, swelling, and termite attacks.
4. Legal Market Access
BIS certification is mandatory for sale in India, enabling manufacturers and importers to supply doors legally, avoiding penalties or rejection in the market.
5. Consumer Trust and Market Acceptance
BIS-marked door shutters gain higher acceptance among builders, architects, and homeowners, enhancing brand credibility and ensuring long-term satisfaction.