Assessment of Wooden School Furniture Defects When Exposed to Flood Simulation

Abstract

Flood is one natural disaster that can occur yearly in Malaysia, usually from November to January. Unexpected floods due to climate change, unexpected heavy rainfall, and lack of drainage systems can have a tremendous effect. The affected has many impacts, such as damage to property like household and institutional furniture. Based on the institution/school information, the furniture submerged during the flooding was 90% damaged. The objectives of this study are to determine the durability of the school furniture and to evaluate the defects when the products are exposed to flood (simulation).