Canite, also known as caneboard, pinboard or softboard, is a low-density fibreboard panel made from
sugar cane fibres. It is easy to handle, lightweight and relatively durable. Because of its low environmental footprint it is considered a sustainable building product. It can be used without finish, painted, or rendered with natural lime-based products.
It is commonly used for
* Interior wall and ceiling lining
* Pin boards and
bulletin board
A bulletin board (pinboard, pin board, noticeboard, or notice board in British English) is a surface intended for the posting of public messages, for example, to advertise items wanted or for sale, announce events, or provide information. B ...
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Office partitions
* Protective covering boards
* Sound insulation and reflected sound reduction
* Door fillings
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Stucco
Stucco or render is a construction material made of aggregates, a binder, and water. Stucco is applied wet and hardens to a very dense solid. It is used as a decorative coating for walls and ceilings, exterior walls, and as a sculptural and a ...
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Soundproofing under floorboards
* Fire lighter (when saturated with
kerosene)
In Australia, canite is commonly sold in 2400 x 1200 mm panels. They are typically 10–13 mm thick, with a density of 350 kg/m
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