Negative health effects caused by formaldehyde can be avoided through safe ventilation practices and detection instruments.
Formaldehyde is a chemical widely used to manufacture building materials and various household products. Formaldehyde resin is an adhesive commonly used in woodworking, especially in veneer and lamination work. It is known for open working time, rigidity and moisture resistance.
Formaldehyde resins are traditionally used in the wood panel industry. Both particleboard and medium-density fiberboard (MDF) generally use urea-formaldehyde (UF) resins. Decorative plywood and veneered composites can also use resins; these interior applications are often found in paneling, cabinets or furniture.