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MDF - Medium Density Fibreboard

What is MDF?

 

MDF is an engineered/manmade material made from wood fibres (recycled wood) glued under heat and pressure to produce dense, stable sheets.

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MDF Advantages

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  • inexpensive (can be bought for a fraction of the cost of real wood).

  • can be painted, stained or veneered.

  • very smooth surface (don't have to worry about knots on the surface).

  • provides much flexibility when it comes to the budget of your project.

  • has no grain so it can be cut, drilled, machined and filed easily.

  • shapes well.

  • stable dimensions (won't expand or contract like wood).

MDF Disadvantages

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  • doesn't hold screws or nails very well as it splits easily.

  • weaker compared to real wood.

  • may warp or expand if not sealed.

  • may swell and break when saturated with water.

Applications

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  • MDF is primarily used for internal applications due to its poor resistance to moisture.

  • MDF is often used in school projects because of its flexibility.

  • MDF panels are often used in the shop fitting industry.

  • MDF is usable for furniture such as cabinets because of its strong surface.

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