5 Reasons You Should Consider Using MDF in Your Next Design Project

5 Reasons You Should Consider Using MDF in Your Next Design Project

Curated by Aline Chahine | 
July 10, 2020
| Est. Reading: 2 minutes

One of the biggest changes we’ve seen in the timber industry is the introduction of MDF (medium density fibreboard). But what is MDF and how can you use it in your next design project?

MDF is manufactured by breaking down softwood and hardwood fibres. These fibres are then mixed with a wax resin to create a solid, durable, and dense timber product that is extremely versatile. MDF can be machined or pressed into any moulded shape or panel, making it a brilliant choice for all building or design projects.

Unlike many other timber products, MDF can be used both indoors and outdoors as well as for specialist builds and decorative purposes. It can also have special additives added to it to make it even more durable. This makes it the perfect choice of product for exterior and interior design projects as it can withstand extreme weather conditions. Keep reading below to find out some of the top reasons why you should consider using MDF in your next design project:

  1. The Cost

MDF is much cheaper to purchase than other types of timber product, so it’s a brilliant option for people who are on a budget. If you’re looking for a supplier in Australia, then Cabinet Timbers sells MDF wood in a range of thicknesses, shapes, and sizes to suit your needs. Their MDF boards are covered with a layer of melamine to make them look even more aesthetically pleasing. 

  1. Better for the Environment

MDF is produced by recycling softwood and hardwood waste. This waste is broken down and then joined back together to create a new product. While this material still relies on the use of wood, it’s mainly produced from waste materials. This means that by using MDF in your design project, you’re helping to take care of the environment

  1. Brilliant Finish

If you want to achieve a smooth, consistent finish on your design project, then MDF is a great choice of material to use. MDF fibres are joined together using heat, bonding agents, and glue. This leaves you with a final product that is free from knots and blemishes. The surface of MDF is so smooth that it’s easy to produce precise seams and corners, making it the perfect choice of wood for finishing touches. 

  1. It’s Strong

Compared to other similar priced products like plywood or particle board, MDF is much stronger. MDF is manufactured to be extremely dense, so it can withstand a tough work environment.

  1. Easy to Work with

MDF is easy to work with, thanks to its smooth versatile surface. This makes it a good choice of material for design projects. MDF is easy to cut and screw into place, but you need to remember that because it’s so smooth, nails don’t tend to work well in it. 

If you’re looking for a cheap but strong and versatile product for your next design project, then MDF may be the right choice for you. MDF provides you with a combination of value for money and the performance you need.

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