Definition of Finger Joint Wood
Finger joint, also known as finger-jointed lumber or finger-joined wood, is an engineered wood product manufactured by joining small pieces of natural wood together using adhesive. These pieces are then pressed and bonded under specified temperature and pressure to create larger wood panels. The individual wood pieces are connected using finger joints, which resemble interlocking fingers, hence the name “finger joint.” The process of joining the wood pieces together creates large panels with strong bonds and high durability. Finger joint wood is often confused with box joints used in box or crate construction.
History of Formation and Development
Finger joint wood has been in existence for a long time, but its significant development occurred after 1970. Europe has the largest production of finger joint wood, followed by North and South America, and Asia. In Asia, Japan is the leading producer of finger joint wood, followed by South Korea and Indonesia.