It means drawing up a project for the specific wishes of the client, for a specific interior (or housing in general) and the size of the room. In addition to design, the client also chooses the materials from which the kitchen will be made. The case and internal parts of the kitchen are usually made of chipboard. The front part (doors) can also be made of chipboard, but MDF is a more suitable material for this. Let's take a look at why.
chipboard– laminated chipboard (i.e. made from sawdust, and covered on both sides with plastic with a decorative layer). The advantages are low cost and good physical characteristics.
MDF- is an abbreviation from a foreign language, which stands for "medium density fibreboard". MDF is even more wear-resistant compared to chipboard, and has a number of significant advantages in terms of design.
A kitchen with laminated chipboard facades, as a rule, is cheaper (sometimes at times) than a kitchen with MDF facades. In kitchens with fronts made of chipboard, showcases with glass are very rarely made, since many manufacturers do not cut showcases in chipboard. This is due to the lack of equipment for this. And if you make a drink with an ordinary electric jigsaw, then chips will inevitably form, which is unacceptable. Facades are made from slabs by sawing. At the ends of the sawn parts, you can see the same laminated chipboard - chips. To decorate this end, an edge is glued to it: paper or plastic. Naturally, a kitchen with laminated chipboard facades is an “economy” option and will not serve you for many years, but if the budget does not allow you to buy a kitchen from MDF, then pay attention to one very important thing. The edge covering the end face of the laminated chipboard facade must be plastic. Also regarding the facades, it should be noted that they need to glue the edge with a thickness of 1 or 2 millimeters. 2 mm is preferable because the edge is thicker and more glue is applied to stick it, which means it will hold better. Subject to these rules, a kitchen with laminated chipboard facades will last you a year or two longer. Also, to increase the service life of laminated chipboard facades, they can be rolled into an aluminum U-shaped profile. It will come out a little more expensive, but it's worth it - the metal is much more durable and stable.
MDF material is environmentally friendly, has a uniform structure and is easy to process. Thanks to these properties, it has firmly gained popularity as a front part of cabinet furniture and, in particular, in the front part of the kitchen. Among the advantages of MDF is that this material is cheaper than natural wood, although it has almost the same characteristics. Milled, processed MDF can be faced with decorative PVC film, hard plastic, veneer or enamel paint.
- PVC films can imitate a wood structure, leather, stone, can have a plain decor, etc. Films can be glossy, matte or with special effects (for example, metallic or chameleon). Samples of film decors (originals) must be with the designer. Wood-like decors of PVC foils allow you to create a classic style kitchen at an affordable price. Monochromatic films fill modern and high-tech styles.
- Hard plastic has an enviable wear resistance, heat resistance and unpretentiousness. Ideal for a family with young children, or for those who do not want to waste precious time on kitchen furniture. In addition, plastic facades look quite beautiful, and are lined with an aluminum profile in standard, gold and wenge colors.
- MDF can also be coated with enamel paint on professional equipment. Painted MDF is devoid of such shortcomings as film lagging, but is afraid of aggressive detergents. Painted MDF can only be washed with a soapy raster. You can make a matte (also called semi-matte) color of the facades, you can make it glossy (shiny), or with special effects. Painted MDF is usually more expensive than film or plastic MDF, but it is also more durable.
- A veneer is a thin cut of natural wood. Veneered MDF looks very respectable, and due to the fact that it is not an array, it allows the use of rare elite wood species at an affordable price. Veneered MDF fronts are also available in matte or glossy finish.
Summing up, let's remember that a kitchen with laminated chipboard facades is an option for a austerity regime (maybe if you need a kitchen not for a long time). - This is a quality option, and the choice of material for MDF cladding depends on your needs. In any case, understanding the basics will allow you to choose the best option for materials, as well as the price / quality ratio.
With the development of technology, more and more building and finishing materials appear on the market. At the end of the last century, we got MDF. There are MDF boards that are used in construction work, there are finishing panels that can be used to decorate walls / ceilings or make furniture.
What is MDF and how is it made?
MDF appeared on our market in the last years of the last century, and it was invented in the USA in the late 60s of the 20th century. You can understand what MDF is if you translate its English name - MDF - Medium Density Fiberboard. In Russian, this translates as "medium density fiberboard." That is, a Russian-language name was formed with the help of transliteration - instead of Latin letters, they put similar Russian ones. Common, for our language, phenomenon.
MDF - Medium Density Fibreboard
Manufacturing process
MDF is made from wood, ground to a state of very small chips, almost to the state of fibers. Mostly wood waste is used, so the release of this material does not harm forests.
The ground wood is cleaned of sand and other foreign inclusions, washed, dried. The prepared mass is heated, a tape of the required width is formed from it, and then pressed. Under pressure, a natural binder, lignin, is released from heated wood fibers. It is he who is the binder in this material. The final shape of the products is given in the finishing press, which squeezes out the remaining air from the mass, forming a homogeneous MDF structure.
After pressing, the cooled material is fed to grinding, where flaws on the surface are removed from the MDF, and the material is brought to the required thickness.
Not all types of wood provide a sufficient amount of binder. Then add a similar, previously isolated, lignin or other natural binder. Of all sheet wood materials, MDF is considered the safest, since the binder is natural, and formaldehyde emission is comparable to wood (emission class F1, that is, it is allowed to use furniture for children's and medical institutions).
Fibreboards can be given special properties during production. Basically, moisture resistance additives increase moisture resistance and reduce flammability.
Appearance and release forms
In a "pure" form, the material has a grayish-brown color, a homogeneous dense mass on the saw cut. The exact shade depends on the type of ground wood and the amount of bark. In this form, the material is used as a building sheet - for the construction of light partitions, leveling walls.
The surface of MDF can be "ennobled". It can be painted, laminated with PVC film, pasted over with veneer or plastic. This gives a fairly large number of design options, which is used in the furniture industry, in the production of finishing materials.
The production technology allows to form products of various shapes, thicknesses, sizes. During finishing pressing, it is possible to form a certain relief, which is used in the manufacture of furniture and doors. Finishing materials are also made from MDF - plates, panels. They make skirting boards, platbands, and other moldings from it. All these materials can be used for interior decoration.
The structure of MDF is fine-fibered, dust is formed during milling, which makes it possible to produce carved products. This is used in the manufacture of carved decorative elements - panels, decorative grilles, figured furniture facades.
MDF or chipboard - which is better?
Having appeared on the market, MDF created competition. This was facilitated by its properties:
All this led to the growing popularity of the material. Even despite the fact that MDF is more expensive than chipboard. To some extent, MDF even competed with wood. For example, skirting boards, MDF trims, and finishing panels are increasingly being used. This is due, firstly, to lower cost, and secondly, to greater practicality. Wood requires regular maintenance - painting, varnishing. MDF does not require special care. It is simply wiped with a damp cloth, if necessary using a liquid detergent.
MDF boards
The manufacturing technology of the MDF board allows you to vary the density over a wide range: the minimum indicator is 760-780 kg / m 3, the maximum is 1100 kg / m 3 and even higher. A material with a lower density is used where the abrasion load is low: in the furniture industry, for wall and ceiling decoration.
High-density MDF boards are used for flooring. The material of this category has a high resistance to abrasion: one and a half times higher than that of oak (oak - 6.9, MDF - 10-11). If we add that the coefficient of warping along the diagonal is only 1.2 mm per meter of diagonal (for plywood 15 mm), the love of furniture makers and finishers for this material becomes clear.
Dimensions and tolerances
One of the most popular forms of release is slabs of different thicknesses and formats. They can be found with the following options:
It is convenient to work with MDF boards, since this material has very small tolerances for dimensional deviations:
- the difference in thickness cannot exceed 0.2 mm (for plywood 0.5-2.5 mm);
- length may differ by no more than 5 mm;
- the run-up in width cannot be more than 2 mm.
When joining two sheets, the difference in thickness or size is very small or not at all. Therefore, the finishing of MDF with sheets or panels is moving forward quickly.
Types of surface finishes for sheet material
MDF boards are available with different types of surface treatment:
If we talk about construction and repair, then they use polished MDF boards in them. When leveling walls or installing light partitions, when leveling floors and ceilings. Here is an example of their scope.
Frame mounting
If the surface of the walls or ceiling is uneven (deviations are more than 1 cm), the method of mounting sheet MDF is the same as that of drywall - on the frame. The frame is usually assembled from wooden bars, but no one forbids putting profiles under drywall. The cross section of the bars is selected based on the irregularities of the wall - they must compensate for all the difference in height. Most likely, you will need bars of 20 * 30 mm or something like that. They are stuffed horizontally in increments of 40 cm. With this step, the joints of the sheets (they exist if the ceiling height is higher than 280 cm) fall on the bar.
Under the installation of sheet panels from the same beam, vertical jumpers are installed. They are placed in increments:
- 54. 3 cm - for sheets 2170 mm wide;
- 42.3 cm or 63.5 cm for a width of 1270 mm.
The step of installing vertical jumpers depends on the thickness of the selected material. For thin sheets (3-4 mm) it should be smaller, for thick sheets (5-6 mm) you can do more.
MDF sheets / plates are attached to the assembled frame. The peculiarity (compared to drywall) is that for hidden fastening it is necessary to drill holes under the fasteners. Otherwise, fasteners will not go into a dense plate. To prevent the caps from sticking out above the surface, the hole is expanded under them using a larger diameter drill.
After installing the screws, holes remain on the surface. They are sealed with putty. If further puttying of the walls is supposed, they act as with - first, the holes are sealed with putty, immediately removing the excess with a spatula. After drying, putty places are passed with fine-grained sandpaper - in order to finally get rid of possible irregularities. Then, after dusting the surface, they begin to putty the walls.
Glue installation
If the walls are even, you can mount MDF boards without a frame - on glue. You can use liquid nails or a composition like SM-11. The order of work is this:
So that during the installation process the sheet does not move anywhere, you can make holes in the corners and, after leveling, fix the sheet. Even if the self-tapping screw will only stick in the plaster, this will help, as it is only required at the initial stage - until the glue begins to harden.
This method seems simpler and less expensive (due to the lack of a frame), but leveling bulky MDF boards is not at all easy. It is better to try on a small section of the wall. The point is that it is impossible to disassemble the installed. Only if the skin is completely destroyed. So it is worth considering which method is better.
Installation of sheet MDF on the floor
For laying on the floor, moisture-resistant MDF boards of high density are chosen (from 900 kg / m 3 and above). Sheet thickness - from 5 mm when laying on a subfloor and from 10 mm when mounted on logs. In this case, the installation method is similar to leveling the floor with plywood, only the gaps are smaller, since the wood board changes its parameters much less than plywood. The rest of the rules are the same:
After sanding the putty, the MDF floor surface is ready for painting. If you do everything carefully, you get a perfectly flat floor. This base can also be used as a base for flexible finishing materials or under a laminate.
Finishing panels MDF
Finely dispersed pressed boards serve as the basis for the production of decorative finishing panels. The front surface is covered with paper. This is the cheapest option. Slightly more expensive ones are laminated with PVC film. There are also panels covered with veneer. This is a more expensive material. There are also options with plastic, but very rarely.
MDF panel with 3D image - 3D
Decorative MDF panels are most often sheathed on walls, sometimes on the ceiling. This method of finishing saves time: the surface is both leveled and immediately takes on its final form, since additional finishing is not required.
Types of decorative MDF panels
It will not be about colors and shades, but about the shape of the intake and the type of decorative surface. The shape of the finishing panels made of pressed wood fibers are:
When choosing MDF panels, pay attention to the type of finish. The cheapest material is covered with paper, on top of which a thin layer of protective coating is applied. It is clear that such a surface is quickly scratched, it can only be wiped with a soft, slightly damp cloth. You can not even use a rough sponge, otherwise light spots form. Such MDF panels are good for finishing the ceiling - there is no mechanical load at all. If you install them on the walls, it is better to immediately cover with two layers of varnish. You choose the type of surface yourself - gloss, semi-gloss, matte, semi-matte ... It is important that the film is durable.
More expensive ones - with PVC and veneer - do not require additional finishing, but at a price of 2-3 times more expensive. If the budget is limited, the option described above is not bad.
Mounting methods
MDF panels are mounted either on the frame or directly on the wall using glue. The technology is described in the previous paragraph and differs only in that clamps are used for installation - special mounting plates for flush mounting. The first panel on the wall is installed in the corner. Here it is fastened through with self-tapping screws. All the rest are fixed with clasps. After the installation is completed, the corners are closed with a special corner profile. It is mounted on glue - applied in a thin layer and pressed at the installation site.
There is also a system of profiles - starting, finishing, connecting and corner (outer and inner corner). But this fastening system is more expensive, it is used with MDF panels finished with veneer, square or rectangular format.
There is another subtlety of mounting decorative MDF panels on the ceiling. If you use thin sheets / strips - 3-4 mm thick - you need to install suspensions often, otherwise the material will bend under its own weight. When using plates 6-8 mm thick, suspensions can be installed less frequently. They are more rigid and do not bend. But the weight of the finish will be greater, so you will have to use more powerful guides and suspensions themselves.
Kitchen furniture is exposed to temperature changes, high humidity, mechanical stress, household chemicals and other active reagents. To resist these negative influences and ensure a long service life, the material of execution must.
The most demanded in the manufacture of facades for kitchen furniture MDF and laminated chipboard. They have some similarities, but differ in composition, production technology, and performance characteristics. To determine which of these materials is best suited for the kitchen, you need to consider the features of each.
What is LDSP?
It is a kind of chipboard (chipboard) coated with a special film. The protective layer increases the strength and decorative qualities of the material. The manufacturing process of laminated chipboard boards is inextricably linked with the production technology of the latter.
Chipboards are obtained by pressing shavings and sawdust impregnated with formaldehyde resins. A distinction is made between E1 and E2 class products. The content of formaldehydes in the first is minimized. The attractiveness of the second lies in its cheapness, but it is not suitable for residential premises.
Moisture resistant laminated chipboard
Kitchen furniture is produced from moisture resistant material. It is obtained by adding molten paraffin or its emulsion to chips and sawdust. The top film is made from paper impregnated with melamine resin. Attach it to the plates in two ways:
- 1. Caching
It consists in gluing the film on the plate. After some time, the coating most often begins to lag behind at the edges and in the corners of the product.
- 2.Lamination
Fixing the film to the base is carried out under the influence of temperature and pressure. It is more durable, reliable, but also expensive.
Advantages of chipboard
The material is distinguished by increased resistance to harsh operating conditions that are typical for the kitchen. It tolerates humidity, mechanical stress, high temperatures well.
The top layer of the material - the film, as a rule, imitates various types of wood, including valuable ones. This allows you to achieve original color and texture solutions.
Has a low cost. A set of kitchen furniture made of laminated chipboard will cost much less than a set of MDF. The price depends on the thickness of the plates, which varies between 8-25 millimeters, and the decor.
Disadvantages of chipboard
The material has increased rigidity. This provides resistance to mechanical damage, but makes processing difficult. The inability to mill the surface significantly limits the range of products made from laminated chipboard.
The main disadvantage of laminated chipboard is not rigidity, but the presence of formaldehydes in its composition. These substances are toxic and are released into the environment during the operation of the material. To minimize the risk, you can opt for furniture made of class E1 boards.
Chipboard furniture for the kitchen
Headsets with facades made of laminated chipboard have a beautiful appearance. They can be made for any tree species. There are no restrictions in the choice of shades. The range of ready-made solutions or made to order allows you to choose a set for both classic and modern interiors.
Laminated boards are widely used not only in the production of furniture facades, but also in the production of work surfaces for the kitchen. The countertops are further protected by a high-pressure plastic (HPL) coating. Pay special attention to the seams. If they are of poor quality, moisture will begin to seep into the sawdust, and the countertop will deform.
Caring for laminated chipboard
Do not use chemically active products, which include liquids containing abrasive substances and cleaners. It is recommended to clean the surface with ordinary soapy water. To give shine to furniture facades, the use of polishes for plastic is acceptable.
To keep the product clean, cleaning is carried out at least once every two weeks. Be sure to monitor the absence of moisture accumulation at the seams. After cleaning the surface, wipe it dry with a napkin or a rag that absorbs moisture well.
What is MDF?
Fibreboard or MDF (MDF) is obtained from dried shredded shavings. Paraffin and lignin are added to it. The small size of the sawdust used in production gives the material and products made from it high strength, resistance to moisture and fire.
Advantages of MDF
The material is easy to process. Milling allows you to give products from plates a relief and patterned surface. It does not swell under the action of moisture, does not deform at high temperatures, and is fireproof.
The characteristics of MDF are closest to wood, and the cost is much lower. The ratio of strength and thickness of the plates (from 4 to 22 mm) is perfectly balanced.
A variety of applied special effects and coatings, an unlimited choice of colors open up wide possibilities in the production of original and beautiful pieces of furniture.
Disadvantages of MDF
The material is practically devoid of flaws. However, when choosing coated boards, attention should be paid to the quality of processing. If it is carried out at a low level, at a temperature of more than 75 degrees, the coating may begin to peel off.
Another downside is the cost. MDF products will cost less than solid wood, but more expensive than chipboard. The factor of underdeveloped production in the country also has an important influence on the formation of prices. The high price is easily compensated by the positive qualities of the material.
enamel coated MDF
The surface of the plates is primed, painted, dried, sanded, covered with several layers of enamel. The result is fixed with varnish. The dried slabs are polished again. The material obtained in this way of finishing is distinguished by a high decorative appearance and rich shades.
The disadvantages of MDF with enamel include high cost. Products from it are more expensive than furniture with film or plastic facades. The cover is not the most practical. On its surface, depending on the color, dust and fingerprints are noticeable, and the shade eventually loses its brightness under the influence of the sun.
MDF kitchen furniture
Facades made of MDF are refined, durable, reliable and safe. The latter is especially important for a room such as a kitchen. Carved surface, cornices, panels, pilasters can make them indistinguishable from an expensive array. Products from MDF, as a rule, are presented not in the budget, but in the elite category.
Like laminated chipboard, this tile material is used not only in the production of facades. It is widely used in surface finishing. MDF floor, ceiling and wall panels decorate both residential and commercial premises.
MDF Care
It is unacceptable to use chlorine-containing and abrasive products, hard devices, for example, sponges made of metal fibrous or plastic material, scrapers, hard brushes and others.
Glossy surfaces are best cleaned with a special polish. Otherwise, regardless of the type of plate coating, caring for it comes down to the use of any soap-based cleaners or detergents. It can also be an ordinary mild soap, which is dissolved in water.
Is there an alternative?
Manufacturers of kitchen furniture offer sets with another facade option. It's called frame. Only the frame is made of MDF, which is covered with veneer or PVC film on top. The profile is filled with various materials. These are glass, metal and chipboard.
The advantage of the frame facade is a very low price and unlimited possibilities in creating design options for kitchen furniture. The cheapness of the product is overshadowed by the complexity of care and fragility. Often the frames have a rather weak connection and are quickly loosened.
What to choose for the kitchen - MDF or chipboard?
All quality and performance characteristics speak in favor of MDF. It is safe for humans, durable, has an attractive appearance, makes it possible to give the kitchen a unique look. This material embodies practicality and quality, but it will also cost a decent amount.
Chipboard will be an ideal choice when buying expensive furniture for the kitchen is not a priority for the near future. The main thing when making a purchase is to make sure that the facades are made on the basis of chipboard with a minimum formaldehyde content.
When choosing a building material or finished furniture, we often come across the abbreviations MDF and chipboard. These are materials similar in their functions, but MDF is better and more expensive, and chipboard is worse and cheaper. But what is the difference between MDF and chipboard, and does it make sense to pay more? We will talk about the differences between MDF and chipboard today.
Fiberboard and solid wood fall out of this series a little. Fiberboard in terms of production technology is similar to MDF and chipboard, but its scope is narrow - you cannot make furniture completely from fiberboard. We seem to know everything about such material as wood. However, it is always interesting to compare wood with cheaper alternatives and understand which is better - MDF, chipboard or.
MDF: characteristics, pros and cons
-environmentally friendly material– in the production of MDF, no artificial resins (formaldehydes) are used, which could release harmful substances into the air
With special processing, MDF can be installed in rooms with humidity up to 80%, may be .
Able to remain unchanged for a long time geometric shapes- does not crack, does not bend, does not
Cons of MDF:
Relatively high cost of tiles, since in our area there are still quite a few enterprises producing MDF. In addition, additional processing from exposure to moisture and fire does not make MDF cheaper.
Enough soft material- with strong impacts, dents and depressions remain on the surface of the MDF.
Chipboard: characteristics, pros and cons
The most popular material for the production of cheap office furniture, interior decoration, interior partitions. In general, the scope of use of chipboard coincides with MDF. What is the difference between MDF and chipboard? So, to create chipboard, they do not take whole logs or woodworking waste, but chips, shavings, sawdust of low-value tree species (both coniferous and non-coniferous). These shavings and sawdust are hot pressed and bonded together using formaldehyde or other synthetic resins. These resins are a carcinogenic substance, therefore, depending on the level of their content in chipboard, their class (and cost) will be determined:
- Chipboard class E1- a lower level of formaldehyde emission, that is, carcinogens are not so actively released into the indoor air;
- Chipboard class E2– high level of emissions into the indoor air, prohibited for the production of children's furniture.
By the way, in European countries, the production of chipboard of classes E1 and E2 has recently been banned, only DPS "Super E" class is produced. As we can see, the difference between chipboard and MDF is also that carcinogenic resins are not used in the production of MDF, unlike chipboard. A very weighty argument.
Chipboard: the pros
- low cost
Not bad specifications– chipboard boards can be sawn, glued, painted
High thermal and soundproof properties
- biologically resistant material, not exposed to aggressive environments, and with the introduction of special substances it can be moisture resistant and fire resistant (but it must be admitted that chipboard is rarely supplied with such qualities, almost all chipboard produced by the industry is “ordinary”).
- very hard material. Unlike MFD, chipboard will not suffer from the fall of a heavy object - it will not leave dents
Quite worthy appearance, especially when it comes to laminated chipboard. Comparison of laminated chipboard and MDF in terms of decorative effect will be very appropriate: wood-like coating, multi-colored coatings. Chipboard is resistant to both mechanical and thermal influences. By the way, laminated and laminated chipboard look almost the same, but the first one will last much less.
Cons chipboard
The biggest difference between chipboard and MDF is health impact. Environmentally unsafe chipboard contains carcinogens that affect your health. Yes, there are boards with very low formaldehyde emission. But the phrase "this table is a little carcinogenic" in relation to your children sounds like blasphemy.
- doesn't hold fasteners well. Once a self-tapping screw has fallen out, it will fall out all the time.
- impossibility of fine processing(shaped parts, deep milling).
Fiberboard: characteristics, pros, cons
Fibreboard, or hardboard, is produced by wet pressing. In general, the fiberboard production technology can be compared with the production of MDF - wood dust is pressed, but not in dry, but in wet form. This technology is low-cost, so fiberboard is an inexpensive material. However, it does not allow the production of thick fiberboard sheets. Fiberboard is what we see when we pull out drawers or move furniture away from the walls. As a rule, one side of the fiberboard sheet is laminated, and the other side is left untouched - rough, with a "fine mesh" pattern. Comparison of fiberboard and chipboard, fiberboard or MDF will not give anything - fiberboard is used in its own narrow sphere, and in some cases plywood can replace it, but not chipboard or MDF.
Wood array: characteristics, pros, cons
The first and main disadvantage of wood is price. Basically, the characteristics of natural wood products will be determined by how high quality it is, and others. Additional processing is important for both MDF and chipboard, but much more important for wood. The fact is that even a felled tree remains a living material: it breathes, absorbs odors, moisture, reacts to high temperatures, etc. Another indisputable plus of wood as a building material is environmental friendliness. The beauty of the wood texture, without any laminates and other tricks, is also a weighty argument. And, in the end, wooden things, furniture, panels have always been a sign of prosperity. But the phrase "this door is made of natural chipboard!" do not say with pride.
At the same time, everyone chooses what is closer to his liking, affordable and functional. We hope our short review helped you decide which is better - MDF or chipboard, the differences between MDF and chipboard and clarified the question of what it is - chipboard, fiberboard and MDF.
Tatyana Kuzmenko, member of the editorial board of the Sobcorrespondent of the online publication "AtmWood. Wood-industrial bulletin"
Repair who has not encountered it? Almost everyone in his life did repairs in his own apartment or helped a friend. In the modern world, the range of building materials is diverse. Every year there are more and more improved ones.
The correct prioritization helps to choose the right one: in which room the repair is carried out, what characteristics the material should have, design solutions and of course the cost. As a result of repair and construction works, materials made from natural wood - MDF, chipboard and laminated chipboard - gained the most popularity.
Before proceeding to compare these materials, it is necessary to understand their essence.
MDF boards are the smallest sawdust glued together by dry pressing. This material is very often used for the manufacture of furniture. It has a number of positive characteristics:
- Environmental friendliness
- Homogeneous structure
- Strength
- Deformation resistance
- moisture resistance
The disadvantages include exposure to high temperatures and high cost.
For the manufacture of chipboard, wood particles and a non-mineral binder are used. Under the action of a hot press, the chips are compacted and acquire a stable structure.
The advantages of this material are low cost, strength and moisture resistance. Among the shortcomings, the negative effect of the formaldehyde resins that make up the composition on humans is usually distinguished.
At its core, it is a chipboard plate, additionally processed with melamine films. The advantages of this material are strength "due to the additional layer", low cost, a wide choice of colors, ease of processing. The disadvantages were not spared. These include the difficulty in the implementation of figured cutting, low moisture resistance.
The presented two materials have many of the same characteristics. The cost of both satisfies market demands and is available to the average buyer. Strength indicators are at a good level. So what is the difference between chipboard and chipboard, which is better?
The first difference is strength. The laminated surface of the board, when exposed to harsh and critical conditions, allows a greater degree of preservation of the original shape.
The second difference is the breadth of choice of design solutions. The laminated chipboard can have a different texture, glossy or matte, and also has a variety of colors.
The third difference is resistance to high temperatures. Chipboard does not reach the chipboard index for this property.
The fourth difference is the increased moisture resistance. Thanks to the additional coating of the laminated board with a specific varnish, the scope of use increases "it is possible to install furniture made of this material in the bathroom."
Chipboard or chipboard, which is better to say is difficult. Both options are widely used in the construction and furniture industries. If we take into account only the main characteristics, then chipboard is superior in a small part.
These two materials are leaders in use in furniture production. Each takes its own place. When comparing laminated chipboard and MDF, it is necessary to remember their characteristics. Possessing softness and ease of processing, MDF allows you to produce carved details that can decorate any interior. Facades of cabinets, headboards, carved elements - everything is made of MDF.
Chipboard is a material that has the ability to withstand high temperatures and a good indicator of moisture resistance. It is often used in the furniture industry for the manufacture of kitchen sets and bathroom furniture. The cost characteristic of this material is very attractive. A wide selection of color shades of laminated film allows you to use this material for the manufacture of various furniture. It will easily fit into any interior.
Differences between chipboard and MDF
- Material density. MDF is soft and is used in the furniture industry for the manufacture of carved elements.
- Price. Chipboard is an affordable material and allows you to make budget furniture options.
- Environmental friendliness. MDV does not contain harmful components in its composition, unlike chipboard.
- Design. Chipboard has a wide range of colors.
Bedroom furniture. The place where a person spends most of his life. Therefore, safety will be an important aspect. Based on this, chipboard is often preferred. As already mentioned, the cost solution to this issue will go beyond the average. An excellent solution can be a combination of several materials. This will save money and give the bedroom an interesting design look.
Furniture for kitchen. The second place where we spend a lot of time in the apartment is the kitchen.
The environment should be pleasing to the eye. But when choosing a material for creating a kitchen set, you need to take into account two nuances. One of the disadvantages of MDM is the instability to temperature effects. A high temperature for the kitchen is a daily manifestation. On the other hand, chipboard is afraid of moisture. In this regard, the use of this material in the manufacture of furniture under the sink becomes unacceptable.
An optimized solution and careful planning of all necessary cabinets will allow you to find the best solution in the choice of material. At present, the furniture industry has learned to adapt to the shortcomings of the material. In this regard, chipboard, which has increased moisture resistance, appeared on the building materials market. During its manufacture, a paraffin emulsion is added to the chips, thanks to which chipboard acquires an enhanced property.
Children's room furniture. For children, the safety and environmental friendliness of the material are the main properties that are absorbed when choosing furniture. If you can still be creative and combine in the bedroom, then you should not save for a child. It is preferable to choose MDF. But still, if the cost does not allow, you need to take the time to study the security certificates and choose the best option. According to environmental standards, there are two classes of chipboard:
- E1 - highly environmentally friendly. The emission rate of harmful substances of this type of chipboard is minimal. Manufacturers are trying to reduce this mark to zero every year.
- E2 - less environmentally friendly. The degree of formaldehyde emission from chipboard of this class is higher than the previous one. Elements made of this type of material are not allowed to be used for children's rooms.
Closet. This piece of furniture is used in almost every room. Furniture specialists have already found the best option. Often, curly cuts and curvilinear cuts are made of MDF, the internal filling remains behind chipboard and chipboard. Facades - preference in their manufacture, of course, with MDF. They can be ennobled with a pattern or sinuous lines.
Bathroom furniture. Based on the properties of the material, it would be preferable to use MDF. It is he who has a high degree of moisture resistance. But as mentioned above, for the manufacture of an economy option, chipboard with paraffin impregnation is suitable. If price plays an important role in choosing a material, you can consider this option.
Construction. These materials are used not only in the furniture industry.
Due to their properties, they have occupied their niche in the construction industry. With its good structure, chipboard perfectly withstands the impact of self-tapping screws, nails and bolts. Often it is used in the manufacture of partitions. The ease of processing of MDF made this material necessary for the installation of ventilation facades, roof elements.
Progress does not stand still. New technologies and materials fill the market of building and furniture materials all the time. Wood-based panels are an excellent alternative to natural wood. Their characteristics make it possible to make furniture of high quality and accessible to everyone. Undoubtedly, natural wood looks noble and expensive, but it also requires special care. Very often there is simply not enough time and money for this. A competent approach to the choice of material will allow you to stop at one that will satisfy all the required requests and will not disappoint during operation.
