MDF (Medium Density Fibre) is a widely used sheet material within the building and joinery industry. Being free from defects, MDF sheets are easily cut and shaped with both hand and machine tools to provide a surface that is easily painted or otherwise decorated.

Key Features

• Easily screwed and glued
• lack of knots and grain ensures that it can be cut in all directions while maintaining its original strength
• Sands and finishes well
• Can be glued, screwed, painted and veneered to suit many end-users

Application
Standard 18mm MDF is intended for internal use only and contact with moisture will cause the board to swell. It is easily worked with hand or machine tools and will provide an excellent surface for subsequent finishing/decoration.

Environmental
MDF is manufactured from wood fibres, mixed with resin and waxes which are then hot pressed to the required thickness. These wood fibres are sourced from environmentally friendly forest thinnings, recycled wood/pallets, and sawdust.
Safety
All dust can be harmful if inhaled or ingested, MDF dust is no exception. Correct PPE such as dust masks and goggles should be worn as a matter of routine. Workshop machines should be fitted with appropriate dust extraction equipment. If not in a workshop environment then MDF should be worked in a well-ventilated area. The use of a respirator fitted with P2 filter units is highly recommended.