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MDF (Medium Density Fibreboard)

Uniform sheet made from wood fibre bonded with resin. No grain, so it routes and machines identically in every direction and takes paint without a grain raise.

Properties

Family
Wood
Category
engineered
Density
0.75 g/cm³ · 750 kg/m³

Applicationswhere mdf (medium density fibreboard) is normally specified

CabinetryPainted furnitureMouldingsWorktops

Practical notes

  • Density varies with board thickness and manufacturer
  • Swells permanently if it takes on water — not for wet areas
  • Fine dust; extract at the tool

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