EN 1087-1:1995

Overview

EN 1087-1:1995 (CEN) defines a standardized boil test method to assess the moisture resistance and bond quality of particleboards. The standard is intended to evaluate particleboard performance in humid conditions and is referenced for use with option 2 of prEN 312-5 and prEN 312-7. It is classified under ICS 79.060.20 (Fibre and particle boards) and has been adopted nationally (example: SIST EN 1087-1:1996).

Key topics and requirements

• Scope and purpose: Specifies a test method for determining how particleboard bond lines withstand exposure to boiling (the “boil test”) to simulate severe humid conditions.
• Test focus: Evaluation centers on the bond quality between particles and adhesives under moisture stress; the outcome informs suitability for humid-service applications.
• Standard test procedure elements (high-level): sample selection and preparation, conditioning, exposure to boiling, and post-test evaluation. (EN 1087-1 provides the procedural framework and acceptance criteria; consult the full standard for exact steps and measurement thresholds.)
• Assessment outcomes: Results are used to determine whether particleboards meet the moisture resistance level required by relevant product specifications (see prEN 312 series).
• Classification & documentation: Aligns test results with product classification for humid conditions and supports compliance documentation for manufacturers.

Practical applications

Who uses EN 1087-1:1995:

• Particleboard manufacturers - for quality control, product development, and verifying adhesive systems under humid conditions.
• Testing laboratories - to perform standardized moisture resistance testing and generate comparable data.
• Certification bodies and regulators - to assess conformity with European product requirements and national adoptions.
• Architects, specifiers and engineers - to select appropriate board types where moisture exposure is anticipated.
• R&D teams - to compare adhesives, resins, and board formulations for improved moisture performance.

Why it matters:

• Ensures consistent, repeatable evaluation of moisture resistance and bond durability.
• Supports product specification and compliance for applications in kitchens, bathrooms, exterior-protected components, and other humid environments.

Related standards

• prEN 312-5 and prEN 312-7 (referenced options for humid-use classification)
• EN 312 (general particleboard specifications) - consult for broader product requirements and classifications
• National adoptions (example: SIST EN 1087-1:1996)

For implementation or lab use, obtain the full EN 1087-1:1995 text from CEN or your national standards body to access complete test procedures and acceptance criteria.