For over 52 years, DMK Forest Products has proudly supplied high-quality building materials across Australia. Our extensive MDF board range caters to all your design and construction projects, from intricate furniture to stunning wall panelling. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or working on your first DIY project, DMK’s knowledgeable staff are here to assist you.
Browse our comprehensive selection below and explore our MDF options under the Formica-Laminex, EGR, and Mela-Max ranges. Let us know if you have any questions.
MDF Raw STD
MDF Raw STD is recommended for interior applications: such as detailed joinery, lacquered furniture, furniture mouldings, built-in furniture, shelving, wall linings and partitions.
Moisture-Resistant E0 MDF Board
MDF Raw MR is a highly moisture-resistant MDF, ideal for high-humidity areas or moisture-prone areas. Other sizes are available upon request.
Raw Fireguard MR MDF GROUP 2
Raw Fireguard MR MDF is designed for fire-resistant performance, making it popular in shop fitting and commercial fit-outs. Available in Grey.
LDF MR E0 Ultralight Thick Board
Australian Made MR E0 Ultralight MDF is extensively used in the partitioning and commercial door markets and is valued for its lightweight, high-quality, and eco-friendly properties.
Craftform Flexible MDF
Craftform® E0 MR is an innovative MDF with specially machined V-grooves for enhanced flexibility, allowing it to be bent into various shapes. Available in Cross Cut & Long Cut.
HPF E0 Underlay
MR E0 HPF is an Australian-made product designed for use over particleboard, strip timber, plywood, and concrete flooring, providing a strong, uniform base for resilient timber floors.
White Backing Material
An economical choice for cupboard backs and drawer bottoms. Also available in 2440 x 1220 x 3mm White Polyester Plywood, commonly used in the RV industry.
White Satin MR E0 Melamine MDF
This product is ideal for polyurethane painting. Other sheet sizes, single-sided white, machine grade, and satin select options are also available.
Black Melamine MRMDF
Black Melamine MR MDF offers a sleek black, moisture-resistant finish ideal for high-traffic areas. Perfect for cabinetry, shelving, and more.
XP Primed MDF Exterior Door Skins
Pre-primed door skins ensure a consistent paint finish, making them ideal for any project requiring a professional look. Available exclusively in packs.
What is MDF?
MDF stands for Medium-Density Fibreboard. It’s a popular engineered wood product made by breaking down hardwood scraps or softwood residuals into fibres and bonding them with resin and wax under high pressure. This creates a smooth, dense board that’s a versatile alternative to solid wood.
Key Features of MDF
Uniform Density and Smooth Surface
MDF has a smooth surface and uniform-density core ideal for painting, veneering, laminating, and other finishing techniques. Unlike solid wood, MDF is free from knots and grain variations, resulting in a flawless aesthetic finish.
Stability and Strength
The uniform density of MDF also contributes to its dimensional stability. MDF is less prone to warping, shrinking, or swelling compared to solid wood, especially in fluctuating humidity conditions. This makes it a reliable choice for applications where dimensional accuracy is crucial. Additionally, the strong resin bonds in MDF provide good overall strength, great for use in load-bearing structures.
Workability
MDF's smooth texture allows it to be easily painted and cleanly drilled, cut, routed and shaped using standard woodworking tools. You can easily achieve clean and precise cuts due to the absence of knots and grain variations. This characteristic makes MDF ideal for intricate designs and detailed carpentry work.
Versatility
MDF's workability, smooth surface, and good strength make it ideal for an extensive range of applications. It's commonly used in furniture (cabinetry, shelves, doors), picture frames, interior mouldings and trim, wall panelling, built-in shelving and storage solutions, and even some types of flooring underlayment.
Cost-Effective
Compared to solid wood, MDF sheets or boards offer a more economical option. This makes it an attractive choice for budget-conscious projects that don't compromise good quality and durability.
Environmentally Friendly Considerations
Many MDF varieties are now manufactured using recycled wood fibres, promoting sustainability by utilising waste wood materials and contributing to eco-friendly practices.
Getting ready for your next project?
MDF boards from DMK empower you to bring your design visions to life. MDF’s versatility, affordability, and flawless finish make it the perfect choice.
Browse DMK’s extensive MDF collection and discover a world of possibilities. Our knowledgeable staff is here to assist you in selecting the ideal MDF board for your specific needs. Contact us today and let’s transform your design dreams into reality.
