Kitchens, wardrobes, TV cabinets and wall panels are built from engineered boards, and the board you choose decides how the furniture looks, how long it lasts and how it copes with water.
Here is a practical comparison of the furniture and interior boards Polad Trading supplies.
MDF boards
MDF is smooth, stable and easy to machine, which makes it a good choice for painted furniture and shaped panels. It needs a finish, and should be kept away from water.
Super gloss board
Super gloss board has a high-shine finish that makes kitchens and wardrobes look modern and bright, and it wipes clean easily. Handle it with care during fitting to avoid scratches.
Marine and block boards
Marine board is made to cope with moisture better than standard boards, so it suits sink cabinets, vanities and other damp spots. Block board has a solid core, which makes it strong and good at holding screws for long shelves and heavy doors.
PVC foam board, PVC marble board and marble sheet
PVC boards do not absorb water, which makes them practical for wet areas. PVC foam board is used for cabinets and panels in damp spaces, while PVC marble boards and marble sheets give walls a marble look without the weight of stone.
Matching the board to the job
Good kitchens often combine several boards rather than using one everywhere.
Sink and vanity units: marine or PVC foam board
Doors and fronts: super gloss board for a high-shine look
Long shelves and heavy doors: block board
Painted or shaped pieces: MDF
Feature walls: PVC marble boards or marble sheet
