Question 1

What is MDF?

Accepted Answer

Medium-density fibreboard is an engineered wood product made by breaking down hardwood or softwood residuals into wood fibres and combining it with wax and a resin binder, and forming it into panels by applying high temperature and pressure. MDF is generally denser than plywood. It is made up of separated fibres, but can be used as a building material similar in application to plywood. It is stronger and much denser than particle board.

Question 2

Which is better, MDF or Plywood?

Accepted Answer

For most of the applications MDF is better than Plywood as it has homogenous surface and is denser and economical than plywood. Also you can finish MDF the way you want it. You can use MDF like natural wood whereas Plywood has limitations due to it its structure.

Question 3

Why MDF is better than other boards?

Accepted Answer

MDF is homogenous, stronger, durable and economical then other brands. It is also eco-friendly and hence works better than other products.

Question 4

What is the difference between plain and Pre laminated MDF boards?

Accepted Answer

Plain is a non-coated raw MDF product, whereas pre laminated MDF has a laminated sheet pasted on either one of the side or both.

Question 5

What are particle boards?

Accepted Answer

Particle boards are boards that are made up of chipping raw materials into small pieces. It’s also known as chipping board. But commonly known as Particle Boards

Question 6

Can I use MDF in kitchen as water proof boards?

Accepted Answer

Yes you can. Because century MDF is water resistant. No MDF is water-proof.

Question 7

Is there any termite polish required on MDF boards?

Accepted Answer

Not required as Century MDF boards are Termite and borer resistant.

Question 8

How is MDF different from usual boards?

Accepted Answer

MDF are different because it’s homogenous, stronger, durable and economical then other brands. It’s also eco-friendly.

Question 9

Why choose Century prowud boards?

Accepted Answer

Century Prowud boards are eco-friendly, stronger and durable than any other boards. It also termite free with 5 year of warranty of its durability.

Question 10

Is MDF board water resistant?

Accepted Answer

Yes Century MDF is water resistant but not water-proof as no MDF is water proof.

Question 11

Which is better, MDF or Plywood?

Accepted Answer

For most of the applications MDF is better than Plywood as it has homogenous surface and is denser and economical than plywood. Also you can finish MDF the way you want it. You can use MDF like natural wood whereas Plywood has limitations due to it its structure.

Question 12

Can we use MDF in Bathroom?

Accepted Answer

Yes we can use pre-laminated MDF in bathroom for bathroom furniture but avoiding direct contact with wet areas.

Question 13

How do you tell difference between wood and MDF?

Accepted Answer

Wood is natural whereas MDF is made with fibre.

Question 14

Is MDF stronger than Plywood?

Accepted Answer

MDF is homogenous, denser and stronger.

Question 15

What are advantages of MDF?

Accepted Answer

It is homogenous, stronger, durable and economical than other brands. It’s also eco-friendly.

Question 16

Does MDF has Formaldehyde?

Accepted Answer

There are different kinds of MDF available in the market. Century MDF is made with minimum use of formaldehyde for resins which is used as a glue for bonding fibres.

Question 17

Is particle board as strong as plywood?

Accepted Answer

Depends on the applications in the market.

Question 18

Where does one uses particle board?

Accepted Answer

Multiple uses like, furniture, beds, kitchen etc.

Question 19

What are advantages of particle board?

Accepted Answer

It is Cheaper than MDF and ply boards and is used to make cheap furniture.

Question 20

Do termite eat particle board?

Accepted Answer

Yes if it is not termite resistant.

Question 21

What if particle board gets wet?

Accepted Answer

Chances of getting loose after a while.

Question 22

What DIR and DWR?

Accepted Answer

The quality and specifications of MDF in India is defined as per Indian standards and is divided into two grades, Grade I and Grade II. Grade I material has more density and better water resistant properties than Grade II. DIR means Densified Interior Range which conforms to IS Grade-II whereas DWR means Densified Water Resistant conforms to IS Grade-I specifications