MDF Board

Medium density fiberboard, or MDF, is a premier substrate for wood veneer. MDF's workability, good dimensional stability, flatness, close tolerances, dent-resistance, and lack of grain-telegraphing have contributed to its wide acceptance. Good bond strength, screw-holding, and resistance to compression and warp make MDF an ideal substrate.

MDF is made in much the same manner as particleboard except that the wood is "cooked" prior to refining. During this step the wood becomes less susceptible to the influences of moisture and less brittle. During the refining step, the wood is "rubbed" apart into fiber bundles instead of being mechanically "broken" apart as in particle separators. After a binder is added, usually urea formaldehyde, the material is hot pressed, sanded, and sawed.

Architechural Panel Product Spec sheet

Features and Benefits

• A flatter panel, in most cases, than veneer core plywood
• Warp is seldom a problem
• Sheet sizes are 4'x8', 4'x10', 4'x12', 5'x8', 5'x10' and 5'x12'
• Pre-sanded
• Over 100 wood species and cuts, including many exotics, are ready for quick lamination
• Ships easily by LTL or dedicated carrier

Technical Specifications

MDF Core Availability