Table 1.
Types of PBs manufactured in Europe according to EN 312 standard, as shown in [11].
| Type | PB Application | Standard |
|---|---|---|
| P1 | General-purpose boards for use in dry conditions | EN 312:2010 |
| P2 | Boards for interior fitments (including furniture) for use in dry conditions | EN 312:2010 |
| P3 | Non-load-bearing boards for use in humid conditions | EN 312:2010 |
| P4 | Load-bearing boards for use in dry conditions | EN 312:2010 |
| P5 | Load-bearing boards for use in dry conditions | EN 312:2010 |
| P6 | Heavy-duty load-bearing boards for use in dry conditions | EN 312:2010 |
| P7 | Heavy-duty load-bearing boards for use in humid conditions | EN 312:2010 |