Burlap is a natural fabric and can vary in shade between production runs. Prior to installation,
Burlap Panels should be positioned in place to assure that the desired appearance is obtained. |
product description
Homasote Burlap Panels are composed of an all natural, heavyweight jute fabric laminated to a
nominal 1/2" structural Homasote fiberboard, free of asbestos or formaldehyde additives.
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uses
Decorative, tackable Burlap Panels are used in both
residential and commercial construction. These versatile
panels are ideal for a range of applications from family
rooms and children's bedrooms to school rooms and
business offices-anywhere the rich look of a natural fabric
and/or a fully tackable wall would be appreciated.
advantages
Burlap Panels have the unique versatility to be used as a
finished paneling in its natural state or painted to adapt to
any color or decor necessary. In addition, it provides a
fully tackable surface that conceals tack holes and
reduces sound due to its interesting texture. |
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sizes (nominal*)
Thickness |
Width |
Length** |
Weight |
1/2" |
4' |
8' |
1.0 lb./sq. ft. |
*Actual length and width 1/8" shorter.
**Also available in lengths of 10' and 12'.
specifications(substrate)
Density, lb./ft.3 .............................................................24-26
Hardness (Janka Ball) lbs. (min.) ..................................200
Tensile Strength, psi ...............................................350-600
Mod. of Rupture, psi ...............................................650-900
Mod. of Elasticity, psi ...............................................69,000
Water absorption by vol. (max.)
(2 hr. immers.) ..............................................................5%
(24 hr. immers.) ..........................................................15%
Expansion from 50% to 90% rel. hum.
(max.) .......................................................................0.25%
Thermal Conductivity (k factor).................................... 0.42
R-value ............................................................................1.11
NRC ................................................................................0.20
Flame Spread .................................................Class III (or C)
architectural specification (short form)
All___________ as shown on drawings shall be Homasote Burlap Panels as manufactured by the
Homasote Company, West Trenton, N.J., and installed in accordance with current Homasote
installation instructions.
packaging, storage & protection
Panels should be kept in original packages, stored in a dry place indoors or on a raised platform,
protected from weather damage.
general construction data |
Illustrated installation instructions are given in
Homasote Bulletin BP-8-802-2. This bulletin
details the Homasote approved installation
requirements and step-by-step procedure. The
following information is for product evaluation
only. |
Temperature and humidity conditions closely approximating those which will exist when building is
occupied shall be maintained before, during and after the application of Burlap Panels. Installation
shall not be made when building is excessively cold, hot and/or damp.
All Burlap Panels shall be removed from protective packaging not less than 24 hours prior to
application and placed singly and vertically around walls exposed to environmental temperature and
humidity conditions.
Panels should be observed carefully at t his time to determine and insure desired effect with respect
to color, texture, panel sequence, etc. It may be found necessary to invert certain panels to alter
direction of grain, color or weave to achieve best results.
During installation, Burlap Panels must be applied leaving 1/8" expansion space between adjoining
panels. Allow 1/4" spacing at floor, ceiling and around windows and door frames, etc. Framing must
not exceed 16" o.c. Panel edges must be supported at all times. As with any natural fabric material,
care should be taken in handling panels with clean hands.
The surface and its appearance can be kept fresh and clean with negligible maintenance. Soils or
grime can be removed by brush-vacuuming, or with soap or detergent and water. Do not flood. Use
a wet (not soaked) rag, sponge or soft bristled scrub brush. Remove soap or detergent using a
clean cloth or sponge wet with clean water. Do not flood. Exposure to u/v light will cause color
shading.
materials, finishes
Burlap Panels are a prefinished paneling with a natural color jute fabric that does not require
additional finishing. If, however, an alternate color is required to fit a particular design, the jute fabric
may be painted. See installation instruction sheet #BP-8-802-2.
Also available are Homasote joint and trim moldings in low lustre black or white for a neat,
professional finish. These moldings include: cap, inside and outside corners, and "H" for butt joints. |
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CLASS "A" RATED |
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Natural, tight-weave burlap fabric that has been
chemically treated to resist fire, is factory
laminated to N.C.F.R.® Homasote to form a
Class "A" Fire Rated Interior Paneling.
Fire Resistant Burlap Panels have a Flame
Spread of 20, a Fuel Contribution of 10 and a
Smoke Development of 0. They are a tackable,
structurally strong panel that qualifies for use in
educational, institutional, museum or publicly
attended facility-anywhere a Class A Fire Hazard
rating is required. |
availability
Homasote building products are available throughout the United States and Canada from local
building material dealers. Dealers should have samples and literature describing all Homasote
products. If not, write directly to Homasote Company.
