Canite (also known as caneboard, pinboard, softboard) is a low density fibreboard panel made from sugar cane fibres. It is easy to handle, light weight and durable. Due to its low environmental footprint it is considered a sustainable building product. It may be used without finish, painted or rendered with natural lime-based products. It is commonly used for Interior wall and ceiling lining Pin boards, bulletin board Office partitions Protective covering boards Sound isolation and reflected sound reduction Door fillings Stucco background Soundproofing under floorboards Fire lighter (saturated with paraffin) In Australia, canite is commonly sold in 2400 x 1200 mm panels. Typical thickness is 10–13 mm. Typical density is 350 kg/m3. References Building materials