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MDF

MDF available from your local Howarth for delivery and collection. Different types of MDF boards available such as moisture resistant MDF and standard MDF sheets.

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  • Timber Hardboard Standard PEFC 3.2 x 2440 x 1220mm Timber Hardboard Standard PEFC 3.2 x 2440 x 1220mm

    Timber Hardboard Standard PEFC 3.2 x 2440 x 1220mm

    Hardboard is a traditional board used for floor covering and the levelling out of old wooden floor boards. It gives a clean smooth surface which allows you to apply various floor coverings of your choice. One face is smooth while the other is coarse and...
  • MDF Board FSC 2440 x 1220mm MDF Board FSC 2440 x 1220mm

    MDF Board FSC 2440 x 1220mm

    £18.83 - £77.66 per sheet (Ex VAT)
    £22.60 - £93.19 per sheet (Inc VAT)
    Standard MDF has excellent face properties making it suitable for the thinnest laminates and surface coatings. This standard MDF board is suitable to use in internal dry conditions, offers great design freedom and retains a light tan colour.
    £18.83 - £77.66 per sheet (Ex VAT)
    £22.60 - £93.19 per sheet (Inc VAT)
  • MDF Board Trade Grade FSC 2440 x 1220mm MDF Board Trade Grade FSC 2440 x 1220mm

    MDF Board Trade Grade FSC 2440 x 1220mm

    £29.67 - £57.58 per sheet (Ex VAT)
    £35.60 - £69.10 per sheet (Inc VAT)
    MDF of the highest quality, with a consistent density throughout the board. It has the benefits of wood without the natural flaws and is suitable for simple machine and surface treatment. MDF features excellent screw and fastener gripping properties, as...
    £29.67 - £57.58 per sheet (Ex VAT)
    £35.60 - £69.10 per sheet (Inc VAT)
  • MDF Board Moisture Resistant FSC 2440 x 1220mm MDF Board Moisture Resistant FSC 2440 x 1220mm

    MDF Board Moisture Resistant FSC 2440 x 1220mm

    £26.70 - £74.42 per sheet (Ex VAT)
    £32.04 - £89.30 per sheet (Inc VAT)
    MDF moisture board with a consistent density throughout the board. It has the benefits of wood without the natural flaws and is suitable for simple machine and surface treatment. MDF features excellent screw and fastener gripping properties, as well as...
    £26.70 - £74.42 per sheet (Ex VAT)
    £32.04 - £89.30 per sheet (Inc VAT)
  • MDF Board Moisture Resistant Trade Grade FSC 2440 x 1220mm MDF Board Moisture Resistant Trade Grade FSC 2440 x 1220mm

    MDF Board Moisture Resistant Trade Grade FSC 2440 x 1220mm

    £35.66 - £58.26 per sheet (Ex VAT)
    £42.79 - £69.91 per sheet (Inc VAT)
    The Moisture Resistant MDF Board is 2440 x 1220mm in size and various thickness. The MDF is strong and resilient, and the resistance against moisture makes it an ideal board to use in areas that are prone to humidity.
    £35.66 - £58.26 per sheet (Ex VAT)
    £42.79 - £69.91 per sheet (Inc VAT)
  • Hardboard Panel White Faced PEFC 3.2 x 2440 x 1220mm Hardboard Panel White Faced PEFC 3.2 x 2440 x 1220mm

    Hardboard Panel White Faced PEFC 3.2 x 2440 x 1220mm

    With a long and proud tradition of supplying quality timber, timber products, and associated services, Howarth Timber & Building Supplies has established an enviable reputation for its versatility, reliability and expertise. Quality and range of...
  • MDF Board Oak Crown Cut 2 Sided Veneered 19 x 2440 x 1220mm MDF Board Oak Crown Cut 2 Sided Veneered 19 x 2440 x 1220mm

    MDF Board Oak Crown Cut 2 Sided Veneered 19 x 2440 x 1220mm

    No other decorative panels can compare to the beauty and charm of oak MDF sheets 19mm adhered to the wood surface. The reverse veneer on the 19mm veneered MDF is of good quality, making it suited for situations where both sides of the board are visible...
  • MDF Board Standard FSC 3 x 2440 x 1220mm MDF Board Standard FSC 3 x 2440 x 1220mm

    MDF Board Standard FSC 3 x 2440 x 1220mm

    A standard MDF board that is constructed consistently throughout the panel, making it easy to cut, machine or route, whilst reducing the burden on your tools. This makes it perfect for furniture making and other creative applications. In addition, its...
  • MDF Board White Melamine 2 Sided 18 x 2440 x 1220mm MDF Board White Melamine 2 Sided 18 x 2440 x 1220mm

    MDF Board White Melamine 2 Sided 18 x 2440 x 1220mm

    Melamine-faced MDF is made by covering an MDF core with a decorative resin-impregnated paper and is appropriate for high-end furniture and interior design projects. The material's core is made up of wood fibres, which provide a flat and smooth surface,...

MDF

What is MDF board?

MDF board, Medium Density Fibreboard is a man-made sheet material that is often chosen as an alternative to solid wood, perhaps because it is free of the natural defects of timber. It is constructed of tiny strands of hardwoods and softwoods that are mixed together with resins and wax. The size of the strands determines the type of board that is created. For example, small pieces of wood will create particleboard, whilst if larger amounts of heat and pressure are applied, a hardboard is created.

MDF board has a surface that is consistently smooth making it ideal if you are looking for something that you will be able to paint. This also makes the board easy to cut to size, as necessary, particularly if you want to create designs that are intricate.

MDF is a popular choice for creating furniture, perhaps because it won’t expand and contract like timber that would otherwise be used. MDF sheets often feature a veneer that resembles the surface of the timber, which is a popular choice, as it creates a nice finish.

It can also be used in flooring, internal wall linings, as well as general joinery projects.

Frequently Asked Questions

How is MDF made?
MDF (Medium Density Fibreboard) is traditionally made of wood fibres that have been broken down into residuals, then mixed with wax and resins and heat pressed into dense, durable sheets.
What are the advantages and disadvantages of MDF?
The advantages of MDF is that it is hard to both flex and crack. It is also affordable and easy to supply, as well as easier to paint and seal. However, a disadvantage of MDF is that engineered wood is easier to damage than solid wood, and is also a lot heavier, so can’t support too much weight.
Can you paint MDF?
Yes, you can paint MDF.