Julinette S. Ojacastro, Christine Marie S. Surmieda, Trina Ella S. Villanueva (January 2003)
Philippine Science High School Western Visayas Campus – Department of Science and Technology (DOST-PSHS WVC), Brgy. Bito-on, Jaro, Iloilo City 5000, Philippines
ABSTRACT
This study determined the feasibility of coconut husks in corkboard making. The corkboards were prepared in three different proportions with the beaker used as a measuring device. The proportions of animal glue, coconut coir dusts, an water are 50:200:500 mL, and 150:200:150 mL, respectively. The process involved seasoning of coconut husks, extraction of coir dust, making the corkboard, and testing. The feasibility of the product was determined in terms of its resilience, market acceptability and weather testing. Results showed that coconut husk is not a feasible substitute for cork in corkboard making due to the poor resilience, poor resistance to weather changes, and unpleasant odor of different treatments.