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Medium-density fibreboard is an engineered wood product made from hardwood or softwood shavings turned into wood fibres. The fibres are combined with wax and resin binder and formed into panels by applying high temperature and pressure. MDF is generally denser than plywood and particleboard and is a perfect building material. It has excellent cutting and drilling qualities and a smooth surface ideal for applying paint.
The product name derives from the distinction in densities of fibreboard. Over time, the term "MDF" has become a generic name for any dry process fibreboard. It is typically composed of 82% wood fibre, 9% formaldehyde resin glue, 8% water, and 1% paraffin wax. Large-scale production of MDF began in the 1980s, in both North America and Europe. Specific applications have driven the evolution of the various types of MDF to the versatile product it is today.
Most of the MDF we sell is from Medite — one of Europe’s most recognised brands of MDF. In 1976, they were pioneers in introducing MDF to European markets and now serve as the benchmark for quality, consistency, and performance throughout the MDF market.
Usually indicated by a green core, moisture resistant MDF is often used in highly humid environments, like kitchens and bathrooms.
Made with a red core, fire retardant MDF is used for internal works where certain fire safety regulations need to be met.
MDF is no longer limited to brown; you now have access to a range of coloured MDF to suit your style.
Create spectacular designs cut into Finsa's two-tone, dense and ultra-modern MDF panel.
Your uses for MDF will vary, and you can find thicknesses from 3mm going all the way to 50mm.
We believe that your materials need to be fit for purpose, which is why we provide you a choice of different brands that produce MDF to a high standard, with each brand adding their own USP to their boards. Whether you're looking for MDF to build your furniture carcasses, require a board that will stand the test of time in the kitchen or looking for a board that has a clean finish when being routed, we make sure that we have you covered on all bases.
Thanks to its versatility, professionals across the UK's woodworking and building industries use MDF in a broad spectrum of projects. Medite's Premier MDF and moisture resistant MR MDF are, by far, the most popular products today.
Medite has an extensive range of products to suit a variety of applications. Here are some of them available to buy with us.
Finsa is another big name in MDF board manufacturing and is well-known in the UK. We don't sell many types of Finsa MDF, and among the ones we do sell are Melamine Faced MDF, Fibracolour MDF, and Iberpan — super thick MDF boards.
When in need of a more specialised type of board with a particular application, Unilin's Spanolux MDF comes in very handy. Although the Spanolux range also contains the same kind of boards as Medite or Finsa, we only sell Spanolux MDF with particular characteristics other brands don't offer.
At Cworkshop, we offer MDF cutting service for professionals and DIY enthusiasts. We use Cutting Optimisation software to map out the cutting pattern for every job to eliminate time and material wastage. Advanced industrial-grade and computer-aided cutting machines, managed by professional operators, deliver unparalleled precision and accuracy.
The machines are equipped with two saw blades, and in addition to the primary saw blade, a scoring blade is used to ensure that each cut is smooth and chip-free on both sides. We inspect MDF panel cutting quality and replace saw blades regularly to ensure a clean cut every time. Learn more about our boards cutting service here.
Since MDF's development and mass production, it is now one of the most popular wood substitute products due to its many qualities, price point and versatility.
MDF sheets are easy to cut to size and provide a smooth edge that is virtually chip-free. The unique composition is uniform through the board, which makes it possible to effortlessly create curved cuts, cut grooves, or create intricate designs with a CNC machine or handheld router.
An MDF board's surface is smooth, perfect for applying paints or covering with a veneer or melamine. The choice in size also ensures that you have MDF sheets for whatever application you need.
The different MDF boards available can be used in specific environments; for instance, moisture-resistant MDF can be used in areas of high moisture, such as bathrooms and kitchens. Sheets of MDF also come in several thicknesses, ranging from 3mm to 50mm, and regardless of the thickness, they're still easy to cut through.
MDF can be used for carcasses to support load-bearing furniture, as cabinet doors and drawer fronts, or made into fretted or reeded wall panelling.
Expertly cut to size MDF is easy to work with and a staple material for any carpenter, furniture maker or DIYer.
Here is some more information specific to our MDF cut to size service.
Select one of our MDFs for your project and start building a cutting list. Instant quotation and no account is required.
