ARCHITECTS · IN PREPARATION

Plywood vs MDF vs HDHMR: Where Should You Use Each?

How the boards are made, where each performs well, and what to specify in interior drawings.

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This guide is being written and reviewed. Here is what it will cover:

How plywood, MDF and HDHMR are made
Moisture resistance and where it matters
Screw holding and edge finishing
Surface finishing: laminate, veneer, paint
Typical applications by room
What to write in the specification

Until then, the related tools below can help with the numbers.

General guidance for planning and learning. Quantities and costs vary by site, material and specification; confirm with a qualified engineer, architect or your chartered accountant where it matters.

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