4 Simple Steps to Build Your Custom Project
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Choose Board Style
Find patterns & finishes you love
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Select Dimensions
Choose sizes that fit your idea
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Estimate Quantity
Calculate boards you’ll need
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Finalize Design
Combine styles into a plan
🪵 Know Your Panels | Choose the Right Material for Your DIY Project
1️⃣ Melamine Board
Key Features:
Smooth, scratch-resistant surface
Moisture and fire resistant
Available in various colors and patterns
Best For:
✅ Wardrobes, cabinets, bookshelves
✅ Modern custom furniture finishes
DIY Tip:
Great for beginners looking for a clean finish with minimal effort.
2️⃣ Plywood
Key Features:
High strength and stability
Less prone to warping
Easy to cut and shape
Best For:
✅ Flooring base, wall framing
✅ Furniture structures, kids’ DIY projects
DIY Tip:
Ideal for medium to large projects requiring strong, structural support.
3️⃣ MDF (Medium Density Fiberboard)
Key Features:
Smooth surface perfect for painting
Easy to machine and shape
Cost-effective
Best For:
✅ Wall panels, cabinet doors
✅ Decorative molding, feature walls
DIY Tip:
Perfect for detailed or painted projects that require a refined finish.
4️⃣ Particle Board
Key Features:
Lightweight and budget-friendly
Typically laminated or melamine-coated
Less durable under heavy loads
Best For:
✅ Budget furniture, temporary builds
✅ Rental home upgrades, display stands
DIY Tip:
Use for simple, low-cost builds without heavy load requirements.
5️⃣ Solid Wood Board
Key Features:
Natural wood grain and eco-friendly
Durable and long-lasting
Requires sealing and maintenance
Best For:
✅ Table tops, cabinet doors, shelves
✅ Premium furniture and rustic designs
DIY Tip:
Best for experienced DIYers aiming for a high-end, timeless result.
6️⃣ Honeycomb Panel
Key Features:
Lightweight with high strength-to-weight ratio
Excellent flatness and dimensional stability
Often made with aluminum or kraft paper core sandwiched between surface boards
Best For:
✅ Interior doors, partitions, furniture panels
✅ Large-format wall panels or displays
DIY Tip:
Ideal for projects where you need strength without the weight—great for movable partitions, folding tables, or large but lightweight furniture panels.
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