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IS 2202:1999 Part 2 is the Indian Standard (BIS) for wooden flush door shutters (cellular and hollow core type) - specification. This standard lays down the specification for solid core wooden flush door shutters with plywood face panels, covering material requirements, dimensions, construction techniques, and acceptable tolerances.
Specifies the requirements for cellular and hollow core wooden flush door shutters, including materials, construction, finish, and performance.
Consolidated list per BIS. For the text of each amendment, refer to the BIS portal link above.
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Key Differences
≠IS 2202 is highly prescriptive, detailing minimum stile/rail widths and core construction. In contrast, BS EN 14351-2 is performance-based, allowing any construction that meets specified performance criteria (e.g., acoustics, strength).
≠The performance duty levels are vastly different. IS 2202 has basic 'Interior' and 'Exterior' types with tests like a 500-cycle slam test. WDMA I.S.1A has 'Standard,' 'Heavy,' and 'Extra Heavy' duty grades, with cycle slam tests ranging from 250,000 to 1,000,000 cycles.
≠Adhesive classification and testing differ. IS 2202 specifies BWP (Boiling Water Proof) grade using a 72-hour boiling water test. WDMA I.S.1A specifies Type I (Waterproof) or Type II (Water-resistant) adhesives based on different ASTM test procedures.
≠Fire resistance is not within the scope of IS 2202. WDMA I.S.1A directly integrates fire ratings (from 20 to 90 minutes) as a core part of its specification, often requiring mineral cores and intumescent seals.
Key Similarities
≈All standards are based on the same fundamental construction concept of a flush door: a central core, a perimeter frame of stiles and rails, and face veneers bonded to the assembly.
≈They all provide a classification system based on the intended use environment, primarily distinguishing between interior and exterior applications, which dictates material and adhesive choices.
≈All standards specify requirements for core materials, including solid timber blocks (lumber core), particleboard, and Medium Density Fibreboard (MDF).
≈The control of manufacturing quality through dimensional tolerances is a common feature. All standards set limits for warp, twist, squareness, and overall size deviations.
Parameter Comparison
Parameter
IS Value
International
Source
Thickness Tolerance
±1.2 mm
±1/16 inch (≈ ±1.6 mm)
WDMA I.S.1A-13
Squareness Tolerance (Max Diagonal Difference)
4.0 mm
1/4 inch (≈ 6.4 mm)
WDMA I.S.1A-13
Warp Tolerance (Twist/Bow)
Max 4.0 mm (measured laid flat)
Max 1/4 inch (≈ 6.4 mm) over a 42x84 inch area (measured in hung position)
WDMA I.S.1A-13
Minimum Stile Width
45 mm
Varies by core; e.g., 1-1/8 inch (≈ 28.5 mm) for Particleboard Core
WDMA I.S.1A-13
Exterior Grade Adhesive
Type BWP (Boiling Water Proof) - Phenol Formaldehyde resin
Type I (Waterproof)
WDMA I.S.1A-13
Slamming Test (Cycles for Interior Door)
200 cycles
250,000 cycles (for Standard Duty grade)
WDMA I.S.1A-13
Screw Withdrawal Resistance (Face)
Minimum 1000 N
Minimum 200 lbf (≈ 890 N) for Standard Duty
WDMA I.S.1A-13
⚠ Verify details from original standards before use
Key Values6
Quick Reference Values
tolerance on width and height± 3 mm
tolerance on thickness± 1.2 mm
minimum thickness of plywood face panel3 mm
minimum thickness of cross bands1.0 mm
moisture content of timber12 percent maximum
standard nominal thicknesses25 mm, 30 mm, 35 mm, 40 mm
Tables & Referenced Sections
Key Tables
Table 1 - Dimensions and Sizes of Wooden Flush Door Shutters