An artificial wood product is Medium Density Fibreboard (MDF). For making the MDF board, wood residuals are used. It has a large use in the making of furniture. The Medium Density Fibreboard’s upsides and downsides are discussed below:
Upsides of Medium Density Fiberboard (MDF)
- For ordinary people, MDF has economic value because it is cheaper and cheaper. So, they’re within the reach of everyone to buy.
- MDF protects trees because of the cycle of recycling.
- It is easy to make any color in which wood takes a long time to stain various colors.
- There are no knots or kinks in MDF that disrupt the smooth surface.
- MDF is resistant to certain pests as certain chemicals are used for MDF production.
- It can be painted or stained with the same look as real wood. So, the place of wood furniture can be replaced.
- It’s easier to represent MDF than wood.
- Laminators can be easily attached to it to provide MDF with an appearance like real wood veneers.
- Solid, dense, flat, stiff MDF, instead of wood, is a good choice.
Downsides of Medium Density Fireboard (MDF)
- MDF is weaker compared to wood. MDF-composed furniture doesn’t last long. While MDF is inexpensive, it is a loss of money, on the other hand.
- Under extreme stress, MDF can crack or break.
- MDF is faster than wood to absorb water. But MDF will swell and everyone needs to be aware of using MDF.
- MDF is not quickly taking nails and screws. The fraction can appear around it during nailing. During the screwing, pilot holes should be used.
- MDF contains VOC, which contains urea-formaldehyde, which can cause the lungs and eyes to become irritated.